by Andrea Giordano | Apr 25, 2016 | Blog, Teacher Posts
Seven things only ESL teachers understand 1) You speak in broken English more often than you would like to admit. I often hear ESL teachers complain that their English has gotten significantly worse since they started teaching English. Let me just say: You’re...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 22, 2014 | Student Posts
The Difference Between Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation I recently was asked the question, “How do you deal with motivation problems when learning English?” (Thanks for asking, Ildar!) The first way I would approach this question is by asking another...
by Andrea Giordano | Feb 27, 2014 | Student Posts
Learning English is a difficult process, so here’s an excerpt of our ebook 21 Ways to Jumpstart Your English Skills to help you as you learn.Set Realistic Expectations Think: I’m sorry to have to tell you this, but you are not going to be fluent overnight....
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 17, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
When someone experiences the loss of a loved one to give them your condolences is a way of expressing sympathy for the person in sorrow. Being on the receiving end of condolences eases a bit of the pain of the loss knowing that people are behind you and supporting you...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 15, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Often times people say that opposites attract. People with distinctly different personalities are drawn to one another because they complement each other to create a harmonious pair. People who work together well are considered compatible. I would consider my husband...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 13, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Being forced to do something is never fun. When someone coerces you they are using power, intimidation or threats to control you and make you act in a certain way. An example of coercion would be if your boss told you to finish a project by Friday or you would not...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 8, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Videos, Vocabulary
Clowns are goofy and they like to make people laugh by acting silly. Some might say they are buffoons. Calling someone a buffoon in regular life is not a very nice thing to say, but it refers to someone who is ridiculous, a fool or even stupid. Have you ever met...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 6, 2012 | Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
What is a bobblehead? A bobblehead is a type of toy that typically has a stiff body and a large wobbly head that moves back and forth. My dad gave me and my husband a bobblehead toy on our wedding day that was created to look especially like us. What is your favorite...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 3, 2012 | Blog, Idioms, Student Posts, Videos
When things fall apart that means the situation is deteriorating or crumbling and not working. An example of this would be if your plumbing, air conditioner, and a window in your house broke all at the same time. Have you ever had things fall apart? Was that video...
