Today I tested 12 IELTS candidates, three were native speakers and others ranged from 1 to 8. One point that was very obvious between the native and non-native speakers was the way they told stories. The native testers always included the listener, which created interest and excitement. Native speakers use phrases like, "You know what… Continue reading IELTS 2-Minute Tip
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Improve your English – one more step
Have you asked yourself or others any of these questions: "Is my English getting better?", "Why isn’t my English getting better?", or, "How can I improve my English?"? You have probably got many answers, right? Before giving you yet another answer, I first have to give you a bit of learning theory; Bloom’s Taxonomy (pyramid below)shows… Continue reading Improve your English – one more step
Persuasive Writing and Speaking
Do you have good communication skills? Do you want to have great communication skills? What makes these skills great? Persuasion. Knowing what to say and how to say it can turn a “no” or “maybe” into a “sure” or “certainly”. You can also improve employee motivation with a persuasive writing / speaking style. An example… Continue reading Persuasive Writing and Speaking
Test Prep and Confidence
Some of my students are practicing their English skills to take the IELTS exam and lack confidence. These same students are getting more anxious every day. My students and I look at test preparation differently: I view every class, every sentence, and every new word as an improvement; improvement for the test and for daily… Continue reading Test Prep and Confidence
ESL Inspiration in Kawasaki
Shy? Don't want to make a mistake in English? Afraid to do things because of you English level? Here is an excellent example of how to improve your English: Munenori Kawasaki ALDS 2015 Post Game Interview Toronto Blue Jays Still don't think YOU can do it too? Watch more Munenori Kawasaki videos and you will… Continue reading ESL Inspiration in Kawasaki
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