No commuting. Access to specialist teachers regardless of location. The technology is now reliable enough that lesson quality is comparable to in-person teaching for most purposes.
Test your technology before your first lesson
Test your camera, microphone and internet connection in advance. Use a wired connection if possible.
Use headphones
Headphones dramatically improve audio quality in both directions and reduce echo.
Have a consistent lesson space
A quiet space with your face well-lit helps your teacher see your mouth movements — important for pronunciation feedback.
Take notes and send a summary after each lesson
Writing a short summary of what you learned and sending it to your teacher doubles retention.
Come with something specific to work on
Do not rely on your teacher to always set the agenda. A grammar question, a piece of writing for feedback, a speaking topic you want to practise.
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