Past the beginner stage: how to keep progressing in language learning

Webinar overview
Past the beginner stage, language learning can start to feel less clear: progress slows down, speaking feels harder than it should, and the words you understand don’t always come out when you need them. In this webinar, our host Valentina (Content Manager at Lingoda) is joined by language content creator Iclal (@iclaliano) to break down what really happens after the basics — and how to keep moving forward. Drawing on Iclal’s experience of learning languages for over 10 years, you’ll learn how to overcome the intermediate plateau, turn passive knowledge into active use, and build speaking confidence without waiting until you feel “ready.” Through practical strategies, real-life examples, and an open live Q&A, you’ll leave with clear steps to keep progressing.
Topics covered
- Meet the intermediate plateau
- Turn passive knowledge into active use
- Redefine fluency
- Systems for consistent progress
- Live Q&A
Featured Speakers

Valentina Rampazzo
Valentina is an Italian writer and content manager based in Berlin. Having mastered multiple languages herself to integrate into life abroad, she understands the challenges of staying consistent. Valentina will be your host for the session, guiding the conversation and moderating the live Q&A.

Jessica Schnase
Jessica is a Senior Content Manager at Lingoda. She will stay in the background during the webinar, moderating the room and answering your questions live in the chat.

Iclal Dagci
Iclal Dagci is a language content creator from Turkey. Having learned languages for over 10 years and progressed through multiple languages herself, she understands what it feels like to move past the beginner stage and hit a plateau. Iclal will share practical insights on turning knowledge into active usage, redefining fluency, and building systems for consistent progress.






