How to start with Tandem Language Learning
In the beginning of a language tandem partnership it might be useful to clarify expectations and availabilities in order to make the experience a pleasant and enriching one.
Answer the questions below and bring this form to the first meeting with your partner. Discussing the answers will help you to get started and to develop a successful learning partnership.
What is your motivation for tandem learning?
How long do you want the tandem partnership to last?
Which of the following language skills do you want to improve? What are your priorities?
- Oral communication
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Special vocabulary (give examples)
- Other
When do you want to meet? For how many hours?
How do you want to contact each other?
- Telephone
- Chat
- SMS
What means of contact do you want to use preferably?
- Personal meetings
- Telephone
- Letters
Where do you want to meet each other?
- At NHTV
- In a café, bar or restaurant
- At home
- Somewhere else
What kind of topics do you like talking about? Make a personal list.
What way do you learn best? (e.g. by talking/ writing/ listening/ watching TV)
How do you want to be corrected?
