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In the business of your language learning schedule, have you ever stopped to ask yourself the important question: "Am I actually learning what I need?"

As I observe students of Chinese, I notice that they use different learning strategies, some which are more effective than others. What are some of their good strategies which will help you acquire Chinese faster than the average student?

For the language learner, motivation is an important topic for the vital reason that the motivated learner will always surpass the unmotivated learner in performance and outcome.

How to Study
Suggestions on how to prepare for class, making the most of classtime, and reviewing lessons.

Where and How to Practice
Gives suggestions for places to practice and how to make the most of the opportunities.

Memorizing Vocabulary
A simple method for getting vocabulary into your long-term memory.

What the Good Language Learner Can Teach Us
A look at the good language learner's learning strategies.

Some Good Language Learners
A look at 3 good language learners and 3 poor language learners.

Are You an Optimal Monitor User?
Getting the balance between gaining in accuracy and gaining in fluency.

Measuring Progress (Where am I Going? How am I Doing?)
Sets out 5 levels of proficiency, as well as showing a way of how to measure your present proficiency level in Chinese.

Learning Styles I
Learning Styles II 

Some Good Textbooks, Websites, etc.
A list of good textbooks, websites, dictionaries and grammar reference books.

Anxiety in Language Learning
A look at how anxiety can affect language learning progress and how to handle it.

Where am I Aiming For?
Post full-time language study goal setting.

Who are the High Achievers?
What are the characteristics of those who do well in Chinese?