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Icelandic3167 questions about English
- How many books have you read in 2022? And what is your favourite genre?
for me young adult romance and thriller
Best answer
Wow, I'm amazed at how many books these people were able to read. I remember starting an awesome book called "Non-Violent Communcation" that helped me to communicate better, even though I haven't finished it yet. Other than that, I was studying some books regarding Business English in order to be able to better help my students.
- If I was a Secretary of Education, I would...
Let's imagine what you would like to do if you had a huge power over the educational system in your country? Please, think of: 1) schools (what you wanna change in them - books, nutrition, uniform, teacher's wage etc.); 2) lessons (quantity of'em, structure, new subjects); 3) unis; 4) curriculum; 5)duration of the lesson (e.g. in Ukraine we have a lesson per 45 mins); 6) a quantity of weekdays for students (I prefer 4\3). Also add any kind of info you would like to tell us about.
Best answer
If I had the power I would begin by making play a priority for children. I worked in the US school system and kids at my school had less than one hour outside in a school day, sad. More time outside and less time reading a books about what the teacher can do with the students. And so much more….
- How do you think English might help you advance professionally or socially?
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English can help you professionally and socially and when i mean socially and professionally. It can enable you to use the language English in the workplace such as building trust with your colleagues and clients , helping the company to succeed, it can also provide the person with confidence when delivering presentations and speeches, and it will increase your chances of traveling for work in a different country.
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- Do you have one more language that you once learned but then give up on that?
We may study lots of languages during the life. That may be caused by a diversity of factors such as travelling, migration\immigration, studying at higher education institution etc. So, did it happen to you that you, for instance, proceeded practicing your English but stopped doing that with another language?
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LafestaTESOL certified English teacher. I have experience teaching Russian and Ukrainian languages.
I learned Chinese for couples of years but didn't progress much. I couldn't say I totally gave up on it, still waiting for perfect opportunity to restart learning Chinese.
- My level is pre intermediate. But my grammar and speaking little bad. Can I speak in one month?
Also, I want to learn Turkish and Korean languages.
Best answer
It is always possible to teach yourself by watching movies etc, But it is rather like playing tennis alone, you learn to hit the ball OK but without a good coach to help by returning the ball and stretching your ability, you will plateau quickly and never reach your full potential. I have found 10 weeks is the perfect time to show significant improvement in Fluency. If you want to book a lesson I would be happy to show you my style and if you are happy we could ether carry on with a few sessions or you can let me design a custom program to suit your needs
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I believe you meant creampies which are desserts (pies) made with cream.
- Can a student learn two or even three languages at the same time effectively enough?
What is the best method for learning if I want to learn 3 languages? To learn them at the same time or to learn one by one?
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I believe one can learn 3 languages at the same time, here is South Africa, students learn 3 languages , English, Afrikaans and a choice of a third African language
- What is a "good" teacher? How can we give a "perfect" class or experience?
Does the teacher listen to you? Are you motivated by the teacher? Does your teacher understand you?
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A "good" teacher is one who keeps on learning himself/herself. To give a "perfect" class or experience, we need to be equipped with all the necessary things in the first instance & then all depends on our delievery of the lesson.
- 'FUN' with meaningless phrases like, GOBBLEDYGOOK, MUMBO JUMBO. Can you think of more? 🤭😀
Maybe even try a sentence with some of them like: The electrician tried to explain the wiring to me, but to me it was gobbledygook.
Best answer
I like scullduggery , meaning something underhanded was going on
