Become Your Own English Teacher

A free course that teaches you how to learn English. Download only the files you need. Most learners choose one level. Then they study the skills they need at that level. Each file is small (less than 200 KB).

Start Here

• Introduction

Part 1 — Learning How to Learn

• Module 1: Understanding the CEFR and Becoming an Independent Language Learner-75KB
• Module 2: Knowing Your Starting Point
• Module 3: Learning with the ELP: Processes, Strategies, and Study Skills
• Module 4: Beginning Your JBK Personal Learning Program

Part 2 — A2 Chapters (written in very easy English)

• Listening A2
• Reading A2
• Speaking A2
• Writing A2
• Vocabulary A2
• Grammar A2
• Pronunciation A2

Part 2 — B1 Chapters (written in A2 English)

• Listening B1
• Reading B1
• Speaking B1
• Writing B1
• Vocabulary B1
• Grammar B1
• Pronunciation B1

Part 2 — B2 Chapters (written in B1 English)

• Listening B2
• Reading B2
• Speaking B2
• Writing B2
• Vocabulary B2
• Grammar B2
• Pronunciation B2

Part 3 — The Resource Library

• Low-Data Edition (start here if you pay for data)
• Master Index

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