A comparative analysis of Self-study and Formal language courses in English language acquisition

In this article, the benefits and drawbacks of traditional language instructionversus self-study are discussed. The study employs a mixed-method approach to assesslearning outcomes, motivation, cost-effectiveness, and skill acquisition. Althoughconventional courses provide professional supervision and structured learning, researchindicates that self-study promotes flexibility and autonomy. For learners who want tobecome proficient in English, a blended strategy that incorporates aspects of bothapproaches may produce the best outcomes