At Derby Language School, we offer both face to face and online classes. Learning online is becoming an increasingly popular choice for students who want to learn English where they want, when they want.  But is it really as good as face-to-face classroom teaching?  Colin, one of our online teachers, explains.

“Studying English online has many advantages.  Perhaps the most obvious one is that you can take part in classes from anywhere that has an internet connection instead of having to travel to a classroom, but the use of technology can enhance the learning experience in many other ways.  Using online platforms such as Google Documents and Google Classroom enables teachers to give feedback that is more tailored and detailed.  The technology is easy to use, and online learning may make it easier to integrate what you are learning into the rest of your life because this is the setting you are in when you take the classes.”

“Learning in a classroom can sometimes suit students better if the buzz of face-to-face contact or moving as you learn is important to you.  However, many classroom activities can be replicated online and the substance of what is learned and communicated is exactly the same.  Many of my online students have achieved excellent results and we’ve had fun, too!”