**Language Learning in Adulthood**

**Hello everyone!**

We are excited to share the latest discoveries in the field of language learning for adults. Whether you’re a language enthusiast or a teacher, these insights can provide valuable tips to enhance your learning and teaching strategies!

### 🧠 1. The Importance of Self-Efficacy
Recent studies have shown how the perception of one’s ability to learn a language significantly impacts the learning process. Adults who develop high self-efficacy tend to persevere more, stay more motivated, and achieve better results. This means that building confidence in your language skills is essential!

### 📱 2. Digital Learning and Technologies
New technologies are transforming the way we learn languages. AI-based learning apps and interactive platforms offer personalized experiences that adapt to our learning styles. Integrating these resources into your learning routine can lead to significant progress! But remember, to truly speak a foreign language, you need to communicate—and doing it with a real person is definitely more motivating than using an app.

### 🎓 3. The Experiential Approach
Several studies suggest that experiential learning, such as language trips or cultural exchanges—along with a drink and some laughs during class—stimulates language acquisition more effectively than traditional lessons alone. Total immersion in the language and culture can make learning more engaging and lasting. However, beware of the psychological barrier known as the AFFECTIVE FILTER. We’ll talk about this in our next newsletter.

### 🤝 4. The Importance of Community
Learning a language in a social context enhances the effectiveness of learning. Regular interactions with speakers or other learners create opportunities for authentic practice, increasing fluency and confidence. Join conversation groups or language events to enhance your experience!

### 📅 5. Innovative Courses at Lingua Più
At our center, we are implementing these discoveries in our courses. More and more, our programs focus on the spoken aspect of the language while still covering its structure. Our adult programs include:
– Practical sessions in real-life contexts
– Use of apps and digital resources
– Collaborative activities to build a learning community

### 🌍 Stay Connected!
We are always looking for new approaches to improve the learning experience. If you have any questions or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Thank you for being part of our language community. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming courses and events!

Best regards from the Lingua Più team!