However, for Muslims who have no knowledge of Arabic it seems prudent to give priority to learning Classical Arabic. If you must use transliteration always keep it your goal to eventually learn the Arabic script. Be clear about your purpose in studying the language. If you want to learn to read the Qur an, make the appropriate goals. If you want to be able to read and understand the Qur an, you must expand those goals.
Some objectives require a lifetime of learning.
You can decide for yourself what you want to achieve. Always seek Allah s help by supplicating Him to make the learning process easy for you. Many Muslims who attempt to memorize the Qur an find that with each verse the work becomes easier. At one time or another we all encounter challenges while learning.