Question 1

Which course suits me best?

Accepted Answer

That depends on how much personal guidance and flexibility you want.E-learning is suitable if you prefer to learn independently and want to work at your own pace. You practice vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing online and receive personal feedback on your writing assignments.Effective combines e-learning with a weekly 30-minute individual speaking lesson. This course is suitable if you not only want to practice independently but also want to actively work on speaking, listening, and pronunciation.Flexible offers the same personal guidance as Effective, but with more flexibility. The course can be cancelled monthly, making it suitable if you do not want to commit for a longer period.Are you unsure which course suits you best?Sign up for free and without obligation. We will contact you personally and together we will determine which course suits your level, goals, and situation.

Question 2

Are the lessons individual or in a group?

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Our speaking lessons are always one-on-one . This means you receive personal guidance and the undivided attention of your teacher. As a result, the lessons are tailored to your level, learning goals, and progress . Furthermore, you get plenty of speaking time during the lesson and can work specifically on topics you find difficult.

Question 3

How long does a course last?

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All courses last 20 weeks . Every week, you work independently with the online e-learning and, depending on your course, take an individual speaking lesson.How fast you progress depends on your starting level, learning goals, and how much time you spend on the language .Are you taking the Flexible Course ? Then you are not tied to the full course duration and can cancel monthly.

Question 4

How much time do I need to spend on the course per week?

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We recommend spending approximately 3 hours per week on the course. You will work independently with the e-learning on vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing.Are you taking the Effective Course or Flexible Course ? Then you also have a 30-minute individual speaking lesson every week.You largely decide for yourself when you work on the e-learning, so that you can easily combine the course with work, studies, or other obligations.

Question 5

How does an online course at Talenschool Nick Daniels work?

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You take the course via our online learning platform . Every week, you work independently on vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing. You receive both automatic and personal feedback, so you know where you stand and what you can improve.Are you taking the Effective Course or Flexible Course ? Then you combine the e-learning with a weekly 30-minute 1-on-1 speaking lesson . During these lessons, you apply what you have learned and work specifically on speaking, listening, and pronunciation.This is how you combine the freedom of online learning with personal guidance .

Question 6

What is the difference between e-learning and a course with personal guidance?

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With E-learning , you follow the course independently via our online learning platform. You practice vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing, and receive personal feedback on your writing assignments.With the Effective Course and Flexible Course, you also receive a 30-minute individual speaking lesson every week. During these lessons, you actively work on speaking, listening, and pronunciation, and receive personal feedback from your teacher.Do you prefer to learn independently? Then E-learning is a good fit for you. Do you also want to practice speaking regularly and receive personal guidance? Then choose Effective or Flexible .

Question 7

What do I do during the 1-on-1 speaking lessons?

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Speaking is the central focus during the 1-on-1 speaking lessons . You practice situations and topics that align with what you have learned in the e-learning and with your personal learning goals.Your teacher helps you with pronunciation, vocabulary, and speaking more fluently , and provides immediate personal feedback . Because the lesson is completely individual , you get plenty of speaking time , and we can pay extra attention to what you find difficult.This way, you learn not only to understand the language, but above all to use it confidently in practice .

Question 8

How much does a course cost?

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E-learningEffective CourseFlexible CoursePrice€15/week€29.95/week€34.95/weekE-learning✓✓✓± 3 hours of e-learning per week✓✓✓Personal feedback✓✓✓30 min. 1-on-1 lesson per week—✓✓Focus on speaking & pronunciation—✓✓Book extra grammar lessons✓✓✓Schedule lessons flexibly——✓Cancellable monthly——✓Ideal forIndependent studentsFaster resultsMaximum flexibility

Question 9

Can I cancel my course midway?

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That depends on the course you choose.The E-learning Course and Effective Course have a fixed duration of 20 weeks . You register for the entire course period.The Flexible Course can be cancelled monthly . This course is therefore suitable if you would like more freedom and do not want to commit for 20 weeks.This way, you can choose in advance which form best suits your situation.

Question 10

What happens if I have to cancel a lesson?

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Unable to attend your scheduled 1-on-1 lesson? Please let us know at least 72 hours in advance . You can then reschedule the lesson.If you cancel less than 72 hours in advance, the lesson will be forfeited. An exception applies in case of illness: report your illness in writing before 10:00 AM Dutch time.View our general terms and conditions for the full agreements regarding cancellation and attendance.

Question 11

Can I schedule my lessons myself?

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That depends on the course you choose.With the Effective Course, you schedule a fixed weekly time for your 1-on-1 speaking lesson together with your instructor.With the Flexible Course , you have more freedom and can schedule your lessons flexibly based on available times.You can take the e-learning for all courses wherever and whenever it suits you .

Question 12

Can I have an introductory meeting before choosing a course?

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Yes. You can sign up for a free, no-obligation introductory meeting.During this conversation, we discuss your current level, learning goals, and wishes . We explain how our courses work and look together at which course suits you best.After the conversation, you decide for yourself whether you want to start. So you are not committed to anything .

Question 13

Is registration free and without obligation?

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Yes. Registration is completely free and without obligation. After you register, we will contact you personally to discuss your wishes, learning goals, and current language level.Based on that, we advise which course suits you best. You only pay when you decide to actually start a course.Signing up therefore does not obligate you to anything.

Question 14

What happens after I sign up?

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After you register, we will contact you personally . We will discuss your learning goals, current language level, and which course suits you best.After that, you will receive all the information you need to get started. Do you choose to continue?Then we will arrange your registration and you will get access to the online learning environment .Your registration itself is free and without obligation .

Question 15

For which levels are the courses suitable?

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Our courses align with the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR): A1, A2, B1, and B2 .A1 – BeginnerYou learn the basics of the language and can hold simple conversations about, for example, yourself, your living situation, work, and everyday situations.A2 – Basic levelYou can communicate in common situations and learn to talk in more detail about, for example, your work, free time, experiences, and plans.B1 – Advanced basic levelYou are becoming increasingly independent in the language. You learn to hold longer conversations, express your opinion, and explain experiences, plans, and events more clearly.B2 – Independent language userYou can communicate extensively and spontaneously about a wide range of topics. You learn to speak and write with more nuance and understand more complex texts and conversations.Not sure which level suits you? During the introductory meeting, we discuss your current language level and advise you on the best place to start .