Skype English lessons

Skype English classes are similar to in-person one-on-one lessons in many ways. They offer personalized instruction tailored to the learner's needs, enabling direct real-time interaction with your teacher. Like in-person lessons, virtual English classes create an immersive environment where students can learn and practice new vocabulary, build confidence in speaking aloud and receive immediate feedback from their teacher.

Additionally, the visual and auditory aspect of web based classes closely mimics the interaction you get from face-to-face in person lessons, fostering a productive learning environment and personal connection to your tutor that helps you quickly build confidence and fluency in speaking English.

With features like screen sharing, instant messaging, and the ability to record sessions, learners can practice pronunciation, improve grammar, build vocabulary, and gain cultural insights. This interactive approach makes it a really effective tool to learn English from the comfort of your home or work.

One of the big advantages of our classes is that you save on travel costs and can access a wide range of teachers from all over the world.

This means that our English classes can often be more affordable than comparable in-person lessons. Typically virtual English lessons will cost between $20 USD to $40 USD per session. Many of our teachers also offer discounts and free trials for new students and we have a great loyalty discount plan, allowing you to learn English with a tutor that fits your budget.

You don't need much to learn English with Skype, but you will need the following before you can start your classes:

• Hardware:
  • A computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with a reliable processor and sufficient RAM (at least 4GB recommended).
  • A webcam for video calls, either built-in or external.
  • A microphone, either built-in, in a headset, or an external one, for clear audio communication.
  • Speakers or headphones to hear the tutor clearly.
• Software:
  • The latest version of Skype installed on your device - it's easy to use and free to setup an account.
  • A compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, or Linux).
  • Optional: Additional software for screen sharing or document collaboration if needed for lessons.

Regarding connection speed, we recommend a minimum internet speed of 1.5 Mbps for both download and upload for high-quality video classes. However, a faster connection (3 Mbps or higher) is ideal to ensure smooth and uninterrupted sessions, especially for high-definition video quality.

We've been at the front of helping people to learn a foreign language over the internet since 2006. All our tutors are specialists in enhancing fluency, building speaking confidence, and ensuring an efficient and effective path to becoming fluent in English.

We are rated as Excellent on Trustpilot and have been featured in the WebUser Language Awards and the Times Online.

Additionally, our friendly customer service team is available to address any questions and concerns. We also offer an extra trial lesson if you're not completely satisfied with your English tutor after your first class.

One of the main advantages of our English lessons is that you can discuss the format and content of your lessons with your teacher so you can focus on your individual areas of weakness or work towards a specific goal, such as passing official proficiency tests.

Normally you will do most of the talking and the session will typically involve interactive activities such as guided conversations, role-playing scenarios, and spontaneous dialogue on various topics. This format is beneficial because it maximizes speaking practice, allowing learners to really focus on using their English conversational skills in real-time, improving fluency, and building confidence.

Using this approach, students can better internalize vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, and receive immediate feedback and corrections from the tutor, making the whole experience more dynamic and effective.

Our teachers can provide high quality English language training to help with all major English language proficiency exams. Whether you’re aiming for the TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge English exams, or any other certification, our expert tutors are here to guide you on the content and requirements of each test. For the TOEFL, you can focus on academic English and integrated tasks. For IELTS, your can practice Academic and General Training modules, emphasizing essay writing, graph description, and conversational skills. With Cambridge English exams, we ensure you excel in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

We offer a variety of payment options for your lessons, including credit/debit cards and PayPal.

All prices displayed represent the total cost before any applicable discounts or promotions and you can choose to pay in your local currency.

We know that becoming fluent in English takes time, so unlike other platforms we have a great discount scheme which is based on your booking history rather than how many lessons you can afford to purchase in one go. This means that English classes on Skype with Verbalplanet become progressively cheaper whether you book one lesson at a time or twenty.

If you want to be a Skype English tutor and help people learn your native language please sign up for fee and submit your tutor profile. Click here to find out more about teaching English with us.