Recently the whole world united, as we all witnessed twists and turns in the biggest trial of the 21st century between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Even though there was one clear (public) winner of this case, I can't help but feel rather disappointed that such a great actor had so many skeletons in his closet. It… Continue reading B2 – Separating the art from the artist (guided reading)
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Group lessons on Preply
Preply is an online teaching platform that I've been using for the last three months. It's mostly known for its 1:1 lessons, but recently I received a notification saying that I'd be an ideal candidate for their group lessons. After some thinking, I decided to give it a go and see if this option is… Continue reading Group lessons on Preply
B1/B2 – Job interview – Soft skills
During my time teaching online, one of the most commonly asked things was to have a pre-job interview class. This happens frequently, especially on online platforms, such as Preply. The demand for these lessons made me sign up for a Preply webinar, "Preparing students for job interviews", which served as an inspiration for this lesson… Continue reading B1/B2 – Job interview – Soft skills
B2 – Greenwashing – Reading and Speaking
I'm a few days late to the party, but it's never too late to celebrate Earth Day! This B2 lesson focuses on authentic material on greenwashing, different ways of spotting it and techniques for avoiding it. The best part of it is that the topic is timeless and can be discussed whenever. It's never a… Continue reading B2 – Greenwashing – Reading and Speaking
One month on Preply
On 24th February 2022, I had my very first Preply class. Now, a little over a month later, I've gathered some Preply experience and statistics that I'd like to share with you and think about my next steps on the platform. Let me walk you through my humble beginnings and a successful month on Preply.… Continue reading One month on Preply
School gardens competition – A2 Reading Part 2
Spring is my favourite season, and it's finally here! As I was thinking about a perfect lesson plan for this moment, I went through exam papers and found a reading task on school gardens competitions. I thought that this topic was ideal for this moment. It can be used to refresh garden, fruit and vegetable… Continue reading School gardens competition – A2 Reading Part 2
Linking words of purpose, result and reason – B1 Speaking Part 3
Linking words are one of the main causes of headaches for English language learners. Students often feel unsure of their meanings and their use in sentences. That's why when one of my newest students asked me to have a class on connectors, I took on this challenge. I divided linking words into several groups: reason, result,… Continue reading Linking words of purpose, result and reason – B1 Speaking Part 3
My very first trial lesson on Preply
So it finally happened! After months of debating and postponing the recording of the video for Preply, I made it. I sat down, recorded the video and after only one day of waiting, my application was approved. I assumed that just like with any other teaching platform I've used before, I will wait a week… Continue reading My very first trial lesson on Preply
B2 Use of English Part 3 – Incredible vegetables
I guess spring is in the air, and it makes me more inclined towards healthy food and keeping fit topics. This time we'll look into different vegetables and their health benefits. This will lead towards the lesson focus and the nemesis of Cambridge exam candidates - Use of English and word formation. This post and… Continue reading B2 Use of English Part 3 – Incredible vegetables
Starters – Listening Part 4 – FRUIT!
Language exams can be taken at pretty much any age possible - very young learners included! There are many opinions for and against examining children. Some people believe that we need to prepare to take exams early on, and get ready for the adult world, filled with examinations, courses and certificates. Others believe that children… Continue reading Starters – Listening Part 4 – FRUIT!
