The Moment of Truth!!!
I have done two tests today to check my progress.
The first test comes from Centro Virtual Cervantes http://ave.cervantes.es/prueba_nivel/default.htm
I realy liked it, because it doesn't only check grammar and constructions knowledge, but also reading and listening comprehension.
I got B1!!!!!!!!!
Then I did the same test as in Day 1. http://www.spanish-test.net
It's dedicated completely to grammar and some vocabulary. There were a lot of improvements, but I reached only A2.
I have done two tests today to check my progress.
The first test comes from Centro Virtual Cervantes http://ave.cervantes.es/prueba_nivel/default.htm
I realy liked it, because it doesn't only check grammar and constructions knowledge, but also reading and listening comprehension.
I got B1!!!!!!!!!
Then I did the same test as in Day 1. http://www.spanish-test.net
It's dedicated completely to grammar and some vocabulary. There were a lot of improvements, but I reached only A2.
That was something objective, some established way to measure progress. Now about subjective feelings.
I definitely undertand spoken spanish and written spanish much, much better. Speaking metaphorically, it seems that 10 days ago I was in a fog, now it has cleared out and I see a lot around me and more importantly, I know where to go further. I realize there's a lot to learn, but I know that it's possible and it's really enjoyable.
From now on I'm sure
- I can watch TV in spanish
- I can read blogs in spanish
- I can watch tutorials
- I can read simple fiction in the original
From this time on, I'll take a much slower pace, as a typical student would do, the one who has work and family commitments. But I 'd like to recommend to all language learners and my english students in particular to try a similar 10 days maraphons, when you commit yourself totally just to one cause, that is studying a language. It's a curious journey where you might rediscover your passion for your language, you may find new ways to improve your skills and even jump to a much higher level.
I'd also recommend to write a blog about your studies. It keeps you motivated and committed! And it can be interesting and helpful to other people like you.