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Online Dutch lessons tailored to you
Your lessons are tailored to your level, your needs and what you want to achieve in Dutch. I look at what you already know, where there are gaps in your knowledge and what you need to improve.
For complete beginners, we will first build a strong basic foundation. Once you have enough basic Dutch, I introduce a course book when it is useful for your learning. At A1 and A2 level, a course book can provide structure, while I continue to adapt the lessons to your individual needs.
From around A2+, the lessons can become much more personal. We can work with the things that are happening in your life, the topics that interest you and the conversations you want to be able to have in Dutch.
So you won't simply work your way through a fixed programme. I use your level, your needs, your interests and the gaps in your knowledge to decide what we work on and which materials will help you move forward.
Your lessons are built around you
From A2+, a lesson can start with something that is happening in your life. You might tell me about your children, something that happened at work, a conversation you had in Dutch, a problem you are dealing with or simply something you find interesting.
We talk about it in Dutch. I listen, ask questions and introduce new words and expressions that help you talk about the subject. Sometimes, if you have a lot to say, we might spend most of the lesson simply having a conversation.
At the same time, I keep track of the grammar you still need to work on. I note the grammar you need to practise and give you a short explanation video to work on before the next lesson.
In the next lesson, we can use what you have learned in speaking exercises and, when it fits the situation, a role-play. This way, new language doesn't just stay in your notes - you get to use it yourself.
Personalised homework
Your homework is closely connected to what we have worked on in your lesson. You don't get the same standard exercises as every other student.
After each lesson, I create a personalised set of flashcards with the new words and phrases from your lesson. You can use them to study, review and practise pronunciation between lessons.
Your other homework is also based on what we worked on. This can include a video explaining a new grammar point, speaking practice or a short video to watch.
For example, if we have talked about your child starting primary school, you might watch a video about starting school and answer questions about it. If we have discovered that you need more practice with a particular grammar point, I will give you a short explanation video and exercises to practise it.
You can find all your lesson materials in your personal learning environment. Your homework, vocabulary, lesson materials and other useful resources are all kept in one place, so you don't have to search through emails to find what you learned or what you need to do for homework.
This way, your homework helps you review what you have learned, fill gaps in your knowledge and prepare for the next lesson.
Curious about my learning materials?Have a look at one of my vocabulary sets: Afspreken / een afspraak maken. It contains useful Dutch words and phrases for everyday life.
Learn Dutch through real-life topics
Learning Dutch becomes much more useful when you can talk about things that actually matter to you.
That might be a difficult situation with a neighbour, a conversation with your child's teacher, a Dutch news story, something that happened at work, looking for a new school or a Dutch tradition such as King's Day.
We use these topics to build your vocabulary, practise grammar and improve your speaking skills. You learn the language you need to understand what is happening around you - and to take part in it yourself.
A teacher who knows your Dutch
Because I work closely with you, I get to know your Dutch really well. I notice the things you already do confidently, the mistakes you keep making and the words or grammar you still need to practise.
I also remember what we have worked on before, so we can keep building on it instead of starting from scratch every lesson.
And while learning Dutch is serious business, our lessons don't have to be serious all the time. I like a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of interaction and a good pinch of humour along the way.
Ready to get started?
Would you like to find out if BetterDutch is a good fit for you?
Schedule a free 20-minute 1-on-1 introduction call. We can talk about your current level, your goals and what you would like to improve in Dutch. You can also ask any questions you have about the lessons.
It's a relaxed first conversation, with no obligation to book lessons.
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