Phonology, Syntax, Semantics or pragmatics

What's the most challenging aspect of English is the most challenging to teach and is underrated? 

In my opinion, idioms are very important, but not many teachers are introducing it 

Syntax. It is more complicated than it seems at surface level

phonology is some how challenging because English is considered a non-phonemic language 

Phonology can be confusing because of the fact that English language is highly nonphonemic, which makes it quite difficult for beginners to predict accurately of the right word one is talking about, especially during spellings.

You will find me do something musical like composing a song. I have lived most part of my years in Ghana where I was born and schooled with strictly English language. I possess a bachelor's degree in the Arts (University of Cape Coast), International Post Graduate Certificate in Education (University of Derby), UK and TEFL certificate (University of Toronto). I am 33 years of age, and I am a male.

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Stephen Fosu

I have been an educator for almost a decade (10 years) and had the opportunity to work with the University of Cape Coast for an academic year.
Afterwards, I have been with Ghana International School where I teach music and other core subjects to students using the Cambridge curriculum.

Expect to have your needs fulfilled to the maximum through collaborative work and a friendly learning environment. There will be a lot conversations and lively activities.

Certified TEFL (Kids and adults)
Teaching English to Arabic Speakers and Test Preparation Courses

I am originally from Ukraine, but the greatest part of my life lived abroad. I enjoy traveling, meeting new people and learning new cultures. At the moment, I live in Italy and learning Italian.

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Lafesta

I am a TESOL certified teacher

with more than 10 years of

teaching experience. I have

tutored English in Ukraine,

Russia, Kenya, Italy and on-line. I

have experience instructing

young learners, teenagers and

adults of all levels from

beginners to advanced.

My goal is to help students cultivate the love for
 learning. I often take some time to motivate English
 learners, especially beginners and children, to keep

in mind the benefits of acquiring a second

language. My motto is “Teaching does much,
 encouragement does everything.” I provide students
 with a clear guidance, models and techniques of
 how to master language. I employ

a number of methods to instruct
 my students depending on their
 proficiency and immediate
 needs. For instance, I use props

to make lessons more enjoyable

for young learners. I am a kind

and patient instructor.

TESOL certified English teacher. 
I have experience teaching Russian and Ukrainian languages.

Hello my name is Roxy I am an English native speaker from Cameroon and a certified TEFL teacher for over a year. 

My goal is to help tens of people to master the queen’s language - English. 
With the rapid rate of globalization and its urgent need of a global or common language. Mastering and speaking English fluently is a must in today’s world.

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Noubeyi

I’ve been working as a conversational tutor for over a year now where I’ve been able to help non native English speakers gain fluency through interactive conversation sessions and develop the confidence they need to speak fluently in English.

My methodology will focus on using interactive and the communicative learning approach. 
This methodology aims at teaching a language by communicating it.

Certified TEFL teacher with masters degree in mechanical engineering.

I am an Algerian PhD student studying and living in Ireland. I can speak and write in 4 languages (Arabic, English, French and Spanish).

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Hanane Habbouchi

I worked as a home school teacher for two years. I can work with students from all levels.
I have:
A Bachelor's degree in Arts Languages, Literature and Civilization 
A Master's degree in Didactics of Foreign Languages/Education 
Currently doing my PhD (Educational psychology related studies)

Teaching style and lessons can be tailored based on students' needs and expectations.

Educational psychologist/
EFL prospective teacher/
Researcher

My friends call me "Sha". I am 29, and I enjoy teaching, learning and getting to know my students. I like to sleep in isolated areas in a park.

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Sharmaine Ardina

I have been teaching English for 9 years. 
Training English teachers for 7 years. 
Writing ESL curriculum for about 6 years.

My lessons are flexible depending on my student's goal. 
The first step of my class is setting goals with a specific timeframe.

Certified TESOL | Ph.D and M.Ed ESL
Licensed Teacher

I'm from Islamabad Pakistan. I'm 20 years old . My hobby is teaching

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AFSHAN AHMED

I've been teaching English from last 3 years in a primary school. I describe myself as a friendly, enthusiastic and respectful teacher

Excellent English pronunciation,vocabulary and grammar skills

Kate

I'm 55 years of age. Born in Liverpool, lived in London for 30 years and now live in a small town in Dorset, Southern England in a house over 200 years old. I've been self employed my whole life as a music producer, musician, photographer, animator, graphic designer, film maker, editor.
I enjoy walking, cycling, music, film, reading,  travelling, photography, Art, growing my own fruit and veg, cooking... and a bit of football... you may also know it as soccer.
In the morning I like a nice cup of English Tea.

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Gary North

I've taught photography, music lessons, music production and film making. Through this and my job as a music producer/film director,  I've developed excellent communication skills and can help a new person feel relaxed quickly.
I've travelled a lot and can speak some Spanish and French ( both to O level ), a little Greek and Latin too !

Informal conversational English . 
Each person is an individual with individual needs which we would establish at our first meeting.
It could be anything from talking about dally life to reading a book, discussing a film, history, food ... anything.

Experienced and easy going Conversational English Teacher

melli

Hi, I am Fatima, a mastered professional English teacher with 10 years of teaching experience and a TESOL certification.

Intro Fatimazabihi

I've taught students of different levels from beginner to advance, kids to adults.. I've been teaching at schools and language institutes for about 10 years.

my teaching styles are always based on the level and interest of my students. I hate boring classes and want my students to be truly interested in learning English, so I do my best to make my students feel that ease and confident to participate in our lesson and enjoy every moment of learning English. I would like to invite you to join me in experiencing the fun in English. Just book a lesson with me and let me help you in improving your communication skills in English. you'll be surprised how fluent you'll be in speaking, understanding, and reading it. Hope to see you in my classes.

I'm Wajiha, from Pakistan, a native Urdu speaker but also fluent in English. I like to spend extra time in learning new languages, baking and reading books. I'm also writing my own novel.

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I'm experienced in teaching students from scratch, to make them proficient in the language. Either its about grammar, vocabulary or the accent you want to work on, we can schedule or devise a plan depending upon your focus, either its on accent, vocabulary or (you'll get to know all the options in trial lesson.)

We will schedule the proper plan according to your goals for the course so without wasting your money and time you can be proficient in the language. I'll provide you with variety of options to add  up in the lessons, also we'll do activities and some creative works to enhance and polish your language.

3 Years Experienced Teacher, Bachelors in English Linguistics,

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