The Internet offers thousands of free language tools including podcasts. Podcasts are free digital media files of music or speech that are available for download. These free downloads are useful when you are learning another language. They allow you to listen, repeat and replay audio files to help you perfect your pronunciation and diction. Apple iTunes has a large selection of podcasts available to choose by topic. You can access most of these resources free of charge if you have an Internet connection.
Get a library card at your public library and you will have access to all of their language tools for free. Libraries have a wide variety of language media resources like educational DVDs. DVDs can help you learn language through audio-visual connections. They are especially effective in teaching vocabulary. An educational DVD shows you images and simulated situations. From these you will be able to associate events with words. You can create mental connections through watching and participating in the action on the screen, building your vocabulary and comprehension.
Gather a group of people who speak the language you want to learn and start a language group. Other people are a valuable resource when learning to speak a new language. Speaking to others is the best way to improve conversation skills free of charge. Make a list of topics to talk about. A language group will allow you to practice phrasing, pronunciation and syntax. Groups inspire dialogue and questions about grammar and definitions. Conversing in a language study group will not only improve your language skills but also your comprehension ability.