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每天完成一個英語課程
聽起來不大可能嗎？
如果你在思考除了傳統教室裡學習外，可以藉由每天的線上學習資源來練習。Englishtown提供的每日免費課程裡的對話確實可以改善你的英語。

閱讀課外讀物
不論是ㄧ部小說，戲劇，或者是ㄧ首詩，閱讀英文版是最佳的自我學習方式。要記住的是，當你閱讀ㄧ些你會感興趣的東西時，對於你閱讀英文的機會將會增加。因此選擇一本你感興趣閱讀的書吧！

每周至少參加一個會話課程
學習一種語言不能只靠聽力及閱讀。你需要打開你的金口。試ㄧ試線上會話課程。在Englishtown裡，所有註冊後的學生都可以在每月上30堂的會話課程！

保持用英語紀錄日誌
用英文記錄下一年你生活中的點點滴滴！保持每天記錄你的想法及活動記事將增強你的字彙量，改善你的寫作，還有提供繁忙的ㄧ天後ㄧ個安靜的時間來回顧發生的所有事情。

成為頭號第一的歌迷
挑選ㄧ位你喜愛的英文歌手然後爲他瘋狂！買一片CD然後在車裡或工作中裡放來聽。嘗試隨著歌來記住或唸著歌詞。學習英文歌曲會加強字彙及聽力技巧。

結交一個筆友
結交筆友不是孩子們的專利。當你在學習對方的生活及文化的同時，這是ㄧ種最好的方式來練習你的寫作。與其他說英語的學生成為同伴將激發你繼續學習。今天就註冊Englishtown，然後結交一些筆友吧！

觀賞晚間新聞
獲得一些有關全世界各地的英語資訊。即使你都不了解裡面在講些什麼，爲自己下一個承諾每晚聽一些英語報導的新聞。找一個報導英語新聞的電視頻道或英語廣播電台。你將發現你所理解的資訊每週都不斷地在進步

根據中國的傳統，這金雞年出生的人是勤奮並且有明確的決心。所以，訂定你的英語學習計畫來歡慶這一 吧，最重要的是，立刻開始行動！

Bridget Lee

Rise and shine! According to Chinese tradition, the year of the rooster is fast approaching. Like the proverbial early riser, take advantage of the wee hours of 2005 and begin your quest for English fluency right away. Here is a list of easy New Year's resolutions that you can start today!

Complete an English lesson every day

Sound impossible? If you think beyond a conventional classroom and turn to Internet learning materials, you can study every day. Englishtown offers a free Daily Lesson dialogue that is sure to improve your English. 

Read beyond your textbook

Whether it's a novel, play, or poem, reading in English is a great way to study on your own. And remember, the chances of retaining the English you read increase when you read something that interests you. So grab a book that grabs your attention!

Attend at least one conversation class per week

You cannot learn a language only by listening and reading. You need to open your mouth to speak. Try an online conversation class. At Englishtown, all registered students can attend up to 30 one-hour conversations classes per month!

Keep an English journal

Record the next year of your life in English! Keeping a daily account of your thoughts and activities will reinforce your vocabulary, improve your writing, and provide a quiet time for reflection after each busy day.

Become a number one fan

Pick your favorite English-speaking singer and get obsessed! Buy a CD and listen in the car or at work. Try memorizing the lines or reading the lyrics along with the song. Learning English songs strengthens vocabulary and listening skills.

Get a pen pal

Pen pals aren't just for kids. They are a great way to practice your writing while learning about another person's life and culture. Partnering up with another English student will also inspire you to continue your studies. Sign up with Englishtown today, and access their pen pal service!

Watch the nightly news

Get informed about the world around you in English. Even if you don't understand everything, commit to listening to the news in English every night. Find an English TV channel or an English radio station that broadcasts the news. You'll find your comprehension grow week by week. 

According to Chinese tradition, those born in the year of the rooster are hard-working and definite about their decisions. So, celebrate this year by being firm in your English resolutions and, most importantly, by starting right away!

By Bridget Lee

資料來源：台灣英語網