Innovative solution a pathway to language learning and cultural immersion
BRISBANE, Australia – 8 September 2021: MyStay International (MSI), through its Australian Homestay Network, is connecting the world through a new One-on-One online conversational English program.
Virtual Homestay ENGLISH is a convenient, affordable and effective way for international students and other learners to fast-track their English skills and develop the confidence to become more fluent speakers.
Participants are matched with a specially trained Australian-based host mentor who will conduct virtual face-to-face sessions designed to improve participants' English and provide cultural immersion.
MSI Founder and Director, David Bycroft, said the program makes learning English accessible despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty over the safety of international travel.
"Virtual Homestay ENGLISH removes a number of barriers for people wanting to improve their English, particularly international students aiming to study overseas and business professionals wanting to enhance their communication skills.
"It's cost-effective at just A$25 per hour, participants can join from anywhere in the world, and it's an opportunity to interact and learn real English with an Australian host mentor," he said.
The initiative combines the experience of the successful Australian Homestay Network (AHN) program with certified English learning content to deliver a quality 'in-home' study package.
Australian hosts also have the opportunity to "get back to work", allowing them to contribute to the global community even while traditional homestay hosting placements are limited.
"Virtual Homestay ENGLISH encompasses the spirit of the AHN homestay program through the personal and cultural exchanges participants and their host mentors share.
"Our hosts across Australia offer the real-life experience of sharing their home with participants, providing a safe and supportive environment for them to learn and allowing participants to gain valuable insight into the local culture," Mr Bycroft said.
MSI has partnered with Reallyenglish to provide an unparalleled range of English language learning content for Virtual Homestay ENGLISH participants.
"At Reallyenglish we are committed to working with people worldwide to teach English efficiently and affordably, enriching lives by helping learners communicate with greater confidence," said Reallyenglish CEO, and Founder Nigel Killick.
Apply for Virtual Homestay ENGLISH at mystayenglish.com/.
