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Progress is...

9/26/2018

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How many ways can you say "...ough"?

9/25/2018

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Do You Believe There's Intelligent Life Out There?

9/23/2018

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Reading: the key to unlock your (English) mind

9/19/2018

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You KNOW that reading has a host of benefits, here are a few -

Mental Stimulation; Stress Reduction; Knowledge building; Vocabulary Expansion; Memory Improvement; Stronger Analytical Thinking Skills; Improved Focus and Concentration; Better Writing Skills.
HERE is the link to my Library of English Books featuring a variety of topics - feel free to read as many as you want - You'll go places!

Listen to, Watch, Read, Speak and Learn "A little bit of English...EVERY DAY!"

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What would happen if every human suddenly disappeared?

9/18/2018

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Human beings are everywhere. With settlements on every continent, we can be found in the most isolated corners of Earth’s jungles, oceans and tundras. Our impact is so profound, most scientists believe humanity has left a permanent mark on Earth’s geological record. So what would happen if suddenly, every human on Earth disappeared?

Relax and watch this TEDEd lesson. Don't stress if you can't catch every word, just try to get the gist (general idea).

Next, read the 8 questions HERE - watch the video again to find the answers.

Lastly, prepare some questions for me (using the question grid) and let's talk about it next class.

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Why should you read Edgar Allan Poe?

9/18/2018

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What do you know about Edgar Allan Poe?

The prisoner strapped under a descending pendulum blade. A raven who refuses to leave the narrator’s chamber. A beating heart buried under the floorboards. Poe’s macabre and innovative stories of gothic horror have left a timeless mark on literature. But just what is it that makes Edgar Allan Poe one of the greatest American authors?

Relax and watch this TEDEd lesson. Don't stress if you can't catch every word, just try to get the gist (general idea).

Next, read the 8 questions HERE - watch the video again to find the answers.

Lastly, prepare some questions for me (using the question grid) and let's talk about it next class.

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The Equal Earth map projection

9/6/2018

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Are you fascinated by our planet?
Check out this new, more accurate, more aesthetically pleasing map - The Equal Earth map projection.
Notice how 'relatively' small, Europe, India and South America are;
and how 'relatively' big, Africa, Canada and even New Zealand are...
What surprises you most about this map?

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Developers - does this strike a chord?

9/6/2018

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CAUTION: There's a little bit of bad language - can you catch it?

Listen to, Watch, Read, Speak and Learn "A little bit of English...EVERY DAY!"

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Coffee or Tea? We Have Expressions For Both!

9/2/2018

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Don't say it's not your cup of tea - You need to wake up and smell the coffee!
Listen to this chat about some interesting expressions related to Coffee and Tea - and have fun ;)
...and after you've finished listening, take the quiz

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I'm a Kiwi living in Colombia, a Qualified, Experienced and Passionate Online English Language Coach.
I specialise in Business and Academic English for Computer Programmers and Software Developers.

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