Ahnii, Joni maaba. I just want to explain to participants on how this class operates.... First of all, there is no real structure like modules, sections, parts etc... don't feel bad for missing out on a class or coming in late. That's ok! Your not a paying student, nor as we paid staff...so nothing is mandatory! Heck, there just might be days when WE miss class too. Not that we ever did, I am just saying..... On that note, if there ever comes a time when Isadore cannot instruct we will put a call out to students who was interested in gaining some teaching experience.... there will be opportunity for participants to be teaching (if the need rises).
So a big thing about learning language, as Isadore says....is REPETITION & REVIEW. So if you missed a class, no worries there will be a review in the next class.....
Over the next few weeks, I will create some screen casts on the BASICS of the language...like vowel chart or something.... I will also be sharing links to other language resources. Another important message that Isadore emphasizes on is....don't get hung up on Dialect. Every community, every region has different ways of saying certain words....and thats ok. Just as long as you can understand what you are saying and know how to say it....the others will get what your trying to say. There is not a huge difference in the dialects.....it could be a difference between K/G or E/II. The word may look differently but the sound is similar. So don't worry about that....
Don't feel that this class is repetitive and always the same...cause in the long run...thats how your going to learn! Now, if there are some stuff we can help with...you have suggestions for class lessons please share your comments in the >>>>>> Box on the Right Side.
I must stress though...we are not paid staff members, we are volunteers and dedicate our time to this 1 hour class + promotion times.....so pleassssse try not to ask for recordings of missed lectures or material.....cause we won't post it. If you are serious about learning the language please take the time to make to the free class.......You cannot expect alot from those who are volunteering their time the best they can...........
Now, if you have ideas on how we can generate funds to extend our subscription services to record classes....we'd be happy to consider some upgrades!!!!! once again, please share information in the comment box on the right side >>>>>>>>>>>>>
Miiwech,
- JONI :)
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