Language Institute of Georgia

I enrolled in this class as a parallel to a class I’m taking with LAA because the approach the instructor (Mr. Rashid) uses makes so much sense to me. The class is based on a «graded reader» method, which is very similar to the method they use for teaching children to read. Rather than being elementary, however, the stories are interesting and challenging, and they build vocabulary by putting the words in front of you again and again in different tenses and different contexts. It’s the next best thing to total immersion, and I am finding it really helpful for developing a working knowledge of the structure and flow of the language. Without understanding the structure of the language, you’re sunk if you want to sustain a meaningful conversation. The classes are small and focused, and the instructor is patient and skilled at explaining the rules and concepts so that they make the most sense. I would definitely recommend this class if you’re a serious language student and are willing to put in the time and dedication it takes to learn another language.

Not a good place to learn Spanish. They focus on reading and writing rather than speaking and pronunciation. Don’t waste your money.