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The coronavirus pandemic is unfortunately keeping, many English learners around the world at home. So let’s try to turn this into a positive for us all! We’d like to share some ideas with you on how you can keep making progress and improve your skills by immersing yourself in the English language and culture. Embrace […]
When you’re learning English in a classroom, it’s easy to forget that there’s not just one universal English language. Just cross the Atlantic and you’ll probably get confused! Firstly, there are some words that are exclusively British or American, even though people from both countries understand them. Some words even have different meanings! Londoners live […]
When you read a description that something is ‘seriously funny’, you don’t think twice; you just assume that it is really funny. But isn’t it interesting that, in everyday contexts, the notions of seriousness and being funny are mutually exclusive? Welcome to the world of oxymorons… Have a good read and get ready for some […]
What did you write today? Did you send any emails? Maybe you wrote a note to a classmate or a colleague. Or you completed a written assignment, an essay or a report. And did you just leave a message on a friend’s Facebook wall? Even if you’re not taking exams, there’s just no getting away […]
Do you feel guilty about your binge-watching weekends? Let’s be honest; we’ve all been there! We don’t have time to do our English homework… but we do find time to watch countless TV shows and films on Netflix! Come on, admit it; after all, this TV and movie streaming service may be the sole reason […]
Learning a foreign language is often easier when there aren’t any barriers hindering your progress. Many language learners struggle daily with the same issues; don’t be one of them! Read on to find out what you should try to avoid when learning English! The Fear of Making Mistakes Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; fear […]
Your heart is racing and your palms feel sweaty. If this is you as you anxiously wait to walk into a job interview in English, then we have some tips for you. English is the global language for business, so let’s get down to the nuts and bolts of acing a foreign language interview! Practise […]
A Guide to Increase your Chances of Success Finally, it’s the day before your big exam. The hard work is done and now is the perfect time to make sure that you are ready to enter that exam hall… With the clock ticking down and the final countdown looming, what should you be doing? Well, […]
Have you ever marvelled at people who can speak a second language as fluently as their mother tongue? Are you wondering if there is a specific time in life when a foreign language can be absorbed and developed more easily? Linguists, psychologists and teachers have been struggling for years to answer this question. Let’s shed […]
Are you wondering how you can become the enthusiastic, inspirational and successful educator you’ve always wanted to be? We’ve got you covered! Read on to find out what it takes to become a great teacher… 1. Make Learning Fun Shake things up! Teaching doesn’t always mean that you have to explain vocabulary or grammatical concepts. […]