Limited access to English media in childhood sparked Dorita's passion for the language.
Emphasizing continuous improvement and genuine connections with native speakers for mastering a language.
Deep dives
Missed Opportunities to Learn Abroad
The discussion starts with Dorita sharing her desire to live in the US or England, lamenting that she couldn't move abroad due to family ties. Despite living in Poland, she expresses a strong connection to English culture.
Hobby Reading and Language Attraction
Dorita attributes her love for English to limited access during her childhood in a communist country. Her exposure to English TV series like Dynasty and music videos sparked a fascination with the language, leading her to seek the original versions of books to further immerse herself in the English-speaking world.
Struggles with English Language Classes
Dorita recalls tedious English lessons in Polish schools, highlighting a lack of engaging materials and limited emphasis on speaking practice. Her interest and fluency in English improved in secondary school and later propelled her to pursue higher English proficiency exams and academic studies in English philology.
Personal English Language Growth and Teaching Philosophy
Through consistent learning and teaching, Dorita emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in mastering a language. She values interactions with native speakers and cherishes the natural evolution of language skills over time, emphasizing the significance of genuine connections rather than rapid progress.
Learn more about Dorota's English journey and how she became a proficient speaker who is about to run her own English School called "Dragon Dorota Słomiana". Thank you so much Dorota for shareing your experience with us! The langage community can be glad to have you! Get inspired and listen to ep. 112.