Student Guide: Your Learning Plan

Overview

Your Learning Plan is a personalized roadmap created specifically for you based on your assessment results, goals, and learning preferences. It guides you step-by-step toward language fluency.

Getting Started

Accessing Your Learning Plan

Log in to your student account
In the sidebar, go to Learning → Learning Plan
View your personalized plan

Understanding Your Learning Plan

What's Included

Your plan contains:

Your Current Level: Where you are now
Your Strengths: What you're good at
Areas to Improve: What needs work
Recommended Courses: What to study
Learning Phases: Step-by-step progression
Study Schedule: How much to study
Specific Tips: Personalized advice

How It's Created

Your plan is generated based on:

Level assessment results
Questionnaire responses
Your stated goals
Available study time
Learning preferences
Topic interests

Your Current Level

Level Explanation

Your plan shows:

Proficiency level: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, or C2
Why this level: Explanation of the determination
What it means: What you can do at this level
Next milestone: What level you're working toward

Understanding Levels

A1-A2: Beginner - Learning basics
B1-B2: Intermediate - Building fluency
C1-C2: Advanced - Mastering the language

Your Strengths

What They Are

Skills you already have:

Strong vocabulary
Good pronunciation
Reading comprehension
Grammar understanding
Cultural knowledge

How to Use Them

Build on these strengths
Help other learners
Maintain these skills
Use them as confidence boosters

Areas for Improvement

What They Are

Skills that need more work:

Speaking confidence
Writing accuracy
Listening comprehension
Grammar gaps
Vocabulary expansion

How to Address Them

Focus study time here
Take recommended courses
Practice regularly
Ask for help when needed
Track improvement

Recommended Courses

Course List

Your plan suggests specific courses:

Priority order: Most important first
Level-appropriate: Matched to your ability
Goal-aligned: Support your objectives
Interest-based: Topics you care about

Following Recommendations

Start with the first course
Complete before moving on
Or study 2-3 simultaneously
Follow the suggested sequence
Trust the plan

Why These Courses?

Each course is chosen because it:

Matches your current level
Addresses your weak areas
Builds on your strengths
Aligns with your goals
Fits your interests

Learning Phases

Phase Structure

Your plan is divided into phases:

Phase 1: Foundation

Duration: 4-8 weeks
Focus: Building basics
Activities: Core lessons, basic practice
Goal: Solid foundation

Phase 2: Development

Duration: 8-12 weeks
Focus: Expanding skills
Activities: Intermediate practice, conversation
Goal: Functional ability

Phase 3: Mastery

Duration: 12+ weeks
Focus: Advanced skills
Activities: Complex tasks, real-world use
Goal: Fluency and confidence

Progressing Through Phases

Complete phase activities
Take progress assessments
Move to next phase when ready
Don't rush
Celebrate each phase completion

Your Study Schedule

Recommended Time

Your plan suggests:

Hours per week: Based on your availability
Session length: Optimal study duration
Frequency: How often to study
Best times: When you learn best

Example Schedules

Intensive (10+ hours/week)

Daily study sessions
1-2 hours per session
Faster progress
Requires commitment

Regular (5-7 hours/week)

5 days per week
45-60 minutes per session
Steady progress
Balanced approach

Casual (2-4 hours/week)

3-4 days per week
30-45 minutes per session
Slower but sustainable
Good for busy schedules

Adjusting Your Schedule

Start with recommendations
Adjust based on results
Be realistic
Consistency matters more than intensity

Specific Recommendations

Personalized Tips

Your plan includes advice like:

"Practice speaking with language partners 2x/week"
"Watch Spanish news daily for 15 minutes"
"Write one journal entry per week"
"Use flashcards for vocabulary"
"Join conversation groups"

Why They Matter

These tips are:

Tailored to your needs
Based on your goals
Proven effective
Practical and doable
Designed to accelerate learning

Following Through

Try each recommendation
Give it time to work
Track what helps most
Adjust as needed
Stay committed

Tracking Your Progress

Progress Indicators

Monitor your advancement:

Courses completed
Skills improved
Time studied
Assessments passed
Goals achieved

Regular Check-ins

Review plan weekly
Assess progress monthly
Adjust as needed
Celebrate wins
Stay motivated

When to Update

Your plan updates when:

You complete a phase
You take new assessments
Your goals change
You request changes
Your teacher adjusts it

Working with Your Teacher

Teacher's Role

Your teacher can:

Explain your plan
Answer questions
Adjust recommendations
Provide additional support
Track your progress

When to Reach Out

Contact your teacher if:

Plan seems too hard/easy
You're not progressing
Goals have changed
You need clarification
You want modifications

Staying on Track

Set Milestones

Break plan into smaller goals
Celebrate each achievement
Track completion
Reward yourself
Stay motivated

Build Habits

Study at same times
Create a routine
Make it automatic
Remove barriers
Stay consistent

Overcome Obstacles

Identify challenges
Find solutions
Ask for help
Adjust plan if needed
Don't give up

Common Questions

Q: What if the plan seems too difficult? A: Talk to your teacher. Plans can be adjusted to better match your pace and ability.

Q: Can I skip courses in my plan? A: It's not recommended. Each course builds on previous ones. Skipping may create gaps.

Q: How long until I'm fluent? A: It depends on your starting level, study time, and definition of fluency. Most plans span 6-24 months.

Q: What if I fall behind schedule? A: That's okay! Life happens. Just pick up where you left off. Consistency matters more than speed.

Q: Can I change my learning plan? A: Yes, especially if your goals or circumstances change. Discuss with your teacher.

Q: Do I have to follow the plan exactly? A: The plan is a guide, not a rule. Use it as a framework but adapt to what works for you.

Tips for Success

Follow the Plan

Trust the process
Complete recommended courses
Follow the sequence
Give it time
Stay committed

Be Flexible

Adjust when needed
Listen to your needs
Take breaks
Modify pace
Stay realistic

Stay Motivated

Remember your goals
Track progress
Celebrate wins
Join communities
Enjoy the journey

Practice Regularly

Consistency is key
Daily practice beats cramming
Use the language
Make it fun
Never stop learning

Sample Learning Plan

Student: Maria

Current Level: A2 (Elementary) Goal: Travel to Spain in 6 months

Strengths:

Good basic vocabulary
Enthusiastic learner
Consistent study habits

Areas to Improve:

Speaking confidence
Listening comprehension
Travel-specific vocabulary

Recommended Courses:

Spanish Intermediate Conversation
Travel Spanish Essentials
Spanish Listening Practice

Learning Phases:

Phase 1 (Weeks 1-6): Foundation

Complete Intermediate Conversation course
Practice speaking 3x/week
Learn 20 new words/week

Phase 2 (Weeks 7-14): Travel Prep

Complete Travel Essentials course
Watch Spanish travel videos
Practice common travel scenarios

Phase 3 (Weeks 15-20): Mastery

Complete Listening Practice course
Have conversations with native speakers
Plan trip using Spanish

Study Schedule:

6 hours per week
45-minute sessions
5 days per week

Specific Recommendations:

Join Spanish conversation group
Watch Spanish travel vlogs
Practice ordering in Spanish restaurants
Use language exchange app
Create travel phrase cards

Remember

Your plan is personal: Created just for you
It's a guide: Not a rigid rule
Progress takes time: Be patient
You can succeed: With effort and consistency
Help is available: Ask when you need it

Need Help?

If you encounter any issues or have questions:

Visit the Help Center
Create a Support Ticket
Ask your teacher
Contact support at support@bestlanguagelearning.com