Une entrevue avec :

Ana Frisholm

Professeur de : Espagnol

What do you like the most about teaching Spanish?

The best of teaching is meeting people and learning a lot from other cultures. Teaching is receiving a lot more than what you give.

When did you start teaching Spanish?

I moved to London in 2001 and started to meet people interested in learning about my language and my culture.

In your experience, what are the most common reasons for wanting to learn Spanish?

I don't have a straight answer. The reasons are personal and different but what I can feel is the attraction for the hispanic culture.

How difficult is it to learn Spanish, compared to other languages?

Spanish is very very very very easy to learn. You just need the right teacher.

How is Colombian Spanish different from that of other countries?

The Spanish language is only one. It is like English when spoken in different countries. Colombian Spanish has its own singing/accent and a few variations in the use of some expressions but it is the same language spoken in the rest of the hispanic countries.

What aspects of Colombian culture are your students usually interested in?

Colombia is a beautiful country to explore. It has all climates, variety of landscapes and the most diversity of birds in the world. But if I had to choose one special thing,I would choose the people. They are genuinely the nicest people you can meet.

What's the hardest part of teaching Spanish?

The Subjunctive. Many languages don't have it.

What makes a good Spanish student?

all students are good when they have the right tutor. But in general, the ones that do homework learn faster.

What's the hardest part of learning Spanish?

Again, the Subjunctive. It can be difficult if their mother tongue the students don't have it.

What is your advice for students who are struggling?

there is not a bad student but a bad teacher. The advice is to call me. I will find the way to help the person learn fast and effectively. The personal connection is very important