Okay, so, I’ve been wanting to brush up on my English skills for a while now. It’s not that I’m terrible, but you know, there’s always room for improvement, right? So, I decided to dive into this whole “Harris English” thing. It sounded interesting, and I figured, why not give it a shot?
First, I started by just looking up what “Harris English” actually is. I mean, I had heard the name thrown around, but I didn’t really know what it was all about. Turns out, it’s associated with some English learning resources and even a public policy school. Interesting mix, huh? But I was more interested in the language learning part, obviously.
I found a bunch of flashcards online, on Quizlet I think, with terms like “simile” and “metaphor.” So, I spent some time going through those, trying to refresh my memory on some basic grammar stuff. It was a bit tedious, but hey, gotta start somewhere.
- Started with some online flashcards
- Refreshed my memory on grammar terms
Then I stumbled upon this list of, like, 18 books for learning English through self-study. 18! That’s a lot. I didn’t even know there were that many ways to learn English. I skimmed through the list, but honestly, it was a bit overwhelming. I’m not sure I have the time or patience to read through 18 different books. But I did bookmark a couple that seemed promising.
Next, I found an article on how to improve English “effectively.” It had some decent tips, nothing groundbreaking, but it was a good reminder of some basic strategies. You know, things like reading regularly, listening to podcasts, and practicing speaking.
- Found an article on improving English effectively
- Reminded myself of basic learning strategies
Speaking of podcasts, I discovered this “Harris Language Learning Podcast.” It’s specifically for intermediate to advanced learners, which is perfect for me. I listened to a few episodes, and it’s pretty good! They talk about all sorts of things, not just grammar rules, which is a nice change of pace. The one I listened is talking about what drive them to learn English, which is quite interesting. I think I’ll keep listening to this one. It gave me a lot of fun.
- Started listening to the Harris Language Learning Podcast
- Enjoyed the variety of topics discussed
Then I found another podcast, I think it’s from the “Harris Federation,” and it’s more focused on specific literary works, like poetry and Shakespeare. I listened to a bit of the one on Macbeth. It’s okay, but maybe a bit too academic for my taste right now. Maybe I’ll come back to it later.
Oh, and then there’s this whole thing about Harris English being a professional golfer. Apparently, he’s made a ton of money playing golf. Good for him, but that’s not really relevant to my English learning journey, haha.
So, yeah, that’s pretty much where I’m at with this whole “Harris English” adventure. I’ve explored some different resources, listened to a few podcasts, and learned a bit more about the man, the myth, the legend, Harris English. Not sure if he knew that he made so much influence on English learning. Anyway, I’m feeling pretty good about my progress so far. It’s been a bit of a mixed bag, but I’m definitely learning some new things and feeling more motivated to improve my English skills.
Summary of My Process
- Started by researching what “Harris English” is.
- Used online flashcards to review grammar.
- Explored a list of books for self-study.
- Read an article on effective English learning strategies.
- Started listening to the Harris Language Learning Podcast.
- Checked out a podcast on literature.
- Learned about Harris English, the golfer.
- Felt motivated and made progress in improving my English.
I’ll probably keep listening to that language learning podcast and maybe check out a couple of those books I bookmarked. We’ll see how it goes. I mean that is what I tried today and I will keep doing this. Hopefully, I can speak English as native speakers in the near future. Wish me good luck then!
