Are you tired of talking about the weather, your hobbies and other mundane topics? Do you need a place to really express your views and opinions on more intellectual topics? Then, this class is for you! 

In these lessons we will discuss everything from architecture to philosophy and the environment to conspiracy theories. We will have discussions, hold debates, and work together to solve problems. 

Each lesson will be based around a different topic but here are some previous EXAMPLES: 

 - Biohacking: Is DIY bio-engineering the future of health care?
 - The Science of Spirituality: What role does spirituality play in the modern world?
 - Futuristic farming: How can we feed a growing population?
 - Extremists in Rehab: How do we deal with extreme political views and can ‘extremists' be reintegrated into society?

These lessons do not require any preparation and are perfect for advanced level speakers who want a place to really push themselves to the limit!

In the lessons you will:

 - Speak a lot! These lessons are designed around deep and meaningful conversation, you will need to focus to really express your thoughts and opinions
- Learn something more than just English
- Hear views and opinions of other students from around the world

After the lesson you will receive:
 - A lesson summary
 - Vocabulary lists
 - Interesting links and videos

**These lessons are for ADULTS ONLY**

C1 Conversation Lesson 1 - Psychology 

This lesson will focus on psychology. 
We will watch an eye-opening video related to a specific aspect of our psychology. After watching the video we will discuss the points and issues raised and also study any interesting vocabulary that crops up 

C1 Conversation Lesson 2 - Technology

This lesson will focus on technology
We will watch an eye-opening video related to recent developments in technology. After watching the video we will discuss the points and issues raised and also study any interesting vocabulary that crops up 

C1 Conversation Lesson 3 - Philosophy 

This lesson will focus on Philosophy, in particular Stoicism. 
We will watch an eye-opening video related to Stoic philosophy. After watching the video we will discuss the points and issues raised and also study any interesting vocabulary that crops up 

C1 Conversation Lesson 4 - Society

This lesson will focus on society 
We will watch an eye-opening video about how humans behave in social groups. After watching the video we will discuss the points and issues raised and also study any interesting vocabulary that crops up 

Conversation Club! Advanced C1-C2 Level. 

In this course you will watch 4 short documentaries (around 15 - 30 minutes each) on 4 different topics. You will watch the documentary BEFORE the lesson.

While watching the documentary, you will have some optional homework tasks to complete that will help you to understand the main idea and learn new vocabulary. 

During our lesson we will discuss our thoughts and opinions on the documentary with the help of some thought-provoking questions and interactive tasks. 

The documentaries will change each time this course is offered but some examples include:
- AI & Education
- Memories: How they are formed and why they can't be trusted!
- Remote work & the Gig Economy
- Twitch Streaming: The effects of living online
- Fast Fashion: The impacts of consumer culture

This course is perfect for Upper-Intermediate level learners (B2) who want a place to express their thoughts and opinions on a wide range of topics and take part in meaningful discussions. The lessons will require you to speak clearly and concisely, support your arguments and engage in debate with others. 

The course is also suitable for those who are looking to improve their listening skills and students preparing for English language exams such as IELTS. 

***IMPORTANT - It is necessary to watch the documentary BEFORE the lesson - The documentary will be on YouTube so if you are based in China you might need to use a VPN***

***IMPORTANT - The documentaries might be about some quite serious topics, therefore the course is only suitable for people over 18.***

The course includes:

 - Interactive and communicate weekly lessons
 - Homework assignments related to the documentary video
 - Online student community where you can ask questions and discuss important ideas

How It Works:

WATCH: You will watch the documentary on YouTube BEFORE the lesson

THINK: Each documentary will come with some ‘homework’ tasks that focus on comprehension and vocabulary

SPEAK: Join the lesson and discuss the documentary

Class 1 - B2 ‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 1

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about AI & Education before the lesson.
We will discuss the impacts of artificial intelligence on our kids, why education faces an uphill battle and how we might be able to find solutions to these future challenges.

Class 2 - B2 ‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 2

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about 'London's most successful restaurant that doesn't exist' before the lesson.
This fascinating documentary forces us to ask questions about how much trust we place in information we read online and how, with a determined mindset, you can lie your way to the top!

Class 3 - B2 ‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 3

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about Fast Fashion and the 'Greenwashing' of fashion brands before the lesson.
This documentary should scare all of us. It exposes some of the ways that clothing manufacturers are misleading us and finding loopholes in the laws to continue polluting the world and destroying lives.

Class 4 - B2 ‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 4

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about remote work and the gig economy before the lesson.
Now that everything is done in a 20 minute Zoom meeting, how does this affect our society? and what are the implications of thousands of delivery people working in an employment limbo that leaves them without many of the rights people have fought so hard for?

Documentary Club: Upper-Intermediate B2 Level

Are you tired of talking about the weather, your hobbies and other mundane topics? Do you need a place to really express your views and opinions on more intellectual topics? Then, this class is for you! 

In these lessons we will discuss everything from architecture to philosophy and the environment to conspiracy theories. We will have discussions, hold debates, and work together to solve problems. 

Each lesson will be based around a different topic but here are some previous EXAMPLES: 

Your Inner Voice: What does the voice in our head really mean?
Digital Dating: How are dating apps affecting human psychology?
Futuristic farming: How can we feed a growing population?
Generation Z: What will their future look like?

These lessons do not require any preparation and are perfect for upper-intermediate level speakers who want a place to really push themselves to the limit!

In the lessons you will:
 - Speak a lot! These lessons are designed around deep and meaningful conversation, you will need to focus to really express your thoughts and opinions
- Learn something more than just English
- Hear views and opinions of other students from around the world

After the lesson you will receive:
A lesson summary
Vocabulary lists
Interesting links and videos

**These lessons are for ADULTS ONLY**
**The topics listed here and for each lesson are just examples, each course of 4 lessons will be slightly different**

B2 Conversation Lesson 1 - Psychology 

B2 Conversation Lesson 2 - Technology

This lesson will focus on technology
We will watch an eye-opening video related to recent developments in technology. After watching the video we will discuss the points and issues raised and also study any interesting vocabulary that crops up

B2 Conversation Lesson 3 - Philosophy 

B2 Conversation Lesson 4 - Society

Conversation Club! Upper-Intermediate B2 Level.

In this course you will watch 4 short documentaries (around 20 - 40 minutes each) on 4 different topics. You will watch the documentary BEFORE the lesson.

While watching the documentary, you will have some optional homework tasks to complete that will help you to understand the main idea and learn new vocabulary. 

During our lesson we will discuss our thoughts and opinions on the documentary with the help of some thought-provoking questions and interactive tasks. 

The documentaries will change each time this course is offered but some examples include:
- AI & Education
- Memories: How they are formed and why they can't be trusted!
- Remote work & the Gig Economy
- Twitch Streaming: The effects of living online
- Fast Fashion: The impacts of consumer culture

This course is perfect for advanced level learners (C1) who want a place to express their thoughts and opinions on a wide range of topics and take part in meaningful discussions. The lessons will require you to speak clearly and concisely, support your arguments and engage in debate with others. 

The course is also suitable for those who are looking to improve their listening skills and students preparing for English language exams such as IELTS. 

***IMPORTANT - It is necessary to watch the documentary BEFORE the lesson - The documentary will be on YouTube so if you are based in China you might need to use a VPN***

***IMPORTANT - The documentaries might be about some quite serious topics, therefore the course is only suitable for people over 18.***

The course includes:

 - Interactive and communicate weekly lessons
 - Homework assignments related to the documentary video
 - Online student community where you can ask questions and discuss important ideas

How It Works:

WATCH: You will watch the documentary on YouTube BEFORE the lesson

THINK: Each documentary will come with some ‘homework’ tasks that focus on comprehension and vocabulary

SPEAK: Join the lesson and discuss the documentary

‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 1

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about AI & Education before the lesson.
We will discuss the impacts of artificial intelligence on our kids, why education faces an uphill battle and how we might be able to find solutions to these future challenges. 

‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 2

‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 3

***IMPORTANT - This is an example - actual content of the lesson might change. Every time this course runs we will watch different documentaries***
Watch a YouTube documentary about Fast Fashion and the 'Greenwashing' of fashion brands before the lesson.
This documentary should scare all of us. It exposes some of the ways that clothing manufacturers are misleading us and finding loopholes in the laws to continue polluting the world and destroying lives. 

‘Documentary Club’: Lesson 4

Documentary Club: Advanced C1 Level

This General English course is designed to help you achieve a higher level of English. If your current level is completed A1 or you're a beginner of A2, and you want to go further and get B1, this course is for you. 

This course focuses on speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Each lesson will also include fun speaking activities to practise grammar and target language!

You will also have homework assignments based on studied topics. The whole course consists of 12 Units with approximately 3-5 hours each. We'll meet every Wednesday (group 1) and Thursday (group 2). I might add the second day for each group later. The course is based on books by Cambridge, Oxford, Pearson. The lessons will be structured as well as the course itself. 

During the lesson you will work individually, and in pairs or small groups, practising speaking.


Grammar part

Every grammar lesson will cover a different topic. On this course we'll study such grammar topics as Present Simple vs Present Continuous, Past Simple vs Present Perfect, 1st and 2nd Conditionals, Passives, different tenses and structures to talk about the future, etc.

Reading part

You will learn how to read in English if you want to find something quickly in the text, and if you need to focus more on details. The reading texts are all based on interesting stories or facts (such as travelling, relationships, hobbies, etc.) that make students talk and discuss what they've read.

Vocabulary part

New vocabulary will be practised during the lesson in speaking activities and exercises, so that it makes it easier for students to use it in the future.

Listening part

In this part of the course we'll focus on listening skills. Listening practice in essential if you want to get rid of a language barrier. 

General English course for Pre-Intermediate students

***Please note that students must have their own copy of the book. Students must also be able to read and understand the story to become members of this club.***

Chapters will be assigned weekly. Each week, we will explore a different topic, as it relates to the chapters we have read. 
Students will participate in a guided discussion of each chapter. We will discuss vocabulary words and our understanding of what has taken place. Students will also study past tense verbs, nouns, adjectives and adverbs. They will discuss, explore, and learn about settings and characters, cause and effect, sequencing, and foreshadowing. 
While this is a book club, it is also an English class. Attention will be paid to spoken grammar and vocabulary will be expanded. 
Classes will take place in my Koala Go classroom. For more information about Koala Go, please see my introduction video, or send me a message through the italki portal, and I can send you some links. 
Koala Go will be an amazing learning platform for such an adventure, as it offers us a place to physically explore the setting and characters of this novel.



A look at the cover- please DO NOT have children begin reading the book before chapters are assigned

We will discuss the cover of the book and the alternates students have come up with by completing the class materials. Students will give me their thoughts on what they think the book is about, just by looking at the cover. 

Chapters 1 and 2 

When discussing these first 2 chapters, we will discuss the setting of the story and how it relates to what is happening. Could this story take place in a different setting? Could the author give more detail about the setting to improve your picture of what it looks like, or have they done a good job?

Chapters 3 and 4

Cause and effect. Cause is the reason why something happened, and effect is the result, it's what happened. We will examine some of the effects of situations that happened in the four chapters we have read. 
Every lesson will include discussion about the chapters we have read.

Chapters 5 and 6

What will happen next? Can we predict the outcome of some of the events that are happening in the story. Today, we will discuss foreshadowing. Students will also need to remember what a synonym is, if not, we'll have a review.

Chapters 7, 8 and 9

Students will compare and contrast characters from the novel. They will be asked to create a Venn diagram.

Chapters 10 and 11

We will continue our study of characters this week and next and explore adjectives and how they help with character development. In the material added to this lesson, students choose ONE character, and write a paragraph. 

Chapters 12 and 13

Stories must have a protagonist, and an antagonist. We'll look at their traits, and how they may change throughout a story. 

Chapters 14, 15 and 16

Exciting things are happening on the farm. We will discuss the changes in setting and characters, as well as foreshadowing what may happen at the fair. We'll also discuss our own 'fair' experiences. 

Chapters 17, 18 and 19

We have been collecting vocabulary throughout our readings. Now we will work on using this vocabulary in sentences, finding synonyms for them and playing fun games. This will give students a chance to use what they have learned. 

Chapters 20 and 21

In these last chapters, sadness is once again part of our story. We will discuss how this makes us feel.

Book review

Students will be asked to present a book review. I will offer them a number of templates, not simply the one attached to this lesson.

Book Club for Kids - Charlotte's Web by E.B. White

In this grammar course students will learn the structure of the three types of phrasal verbs. We will also study thirty of the most commonly used phrasal verbs. During the lesson we will talk about the meanings of each phrasal verb. At the end of the lesson there will be a group discussion activity where the students can practice using them in context. 

1. introduction

In lesson one we study the grammatical form and  structure of the 3 basic types of phrasal verbs in English.

Phrasal Verb set #1

In lesson two we study the first set of fifteen of the most commonly used phrasal verbs and practice them in an activity.

Phrasal Verbs set 2

In lesson three we study the second set of fifteen of the most commonly used phrasal verbs and practice them in an activity.

Phrasal Verb Deep Dive with Teacher James

Learn over 50 common idioms used in Business English. This course will provide you with opportunities to learn and speak in a group setting.

This group lesson is for adult English students (B1-C1) who want to speak about a specific topic with a professional teacher and other students from all over the world! We will start by doing a warm-up game, work in pairs, and discuss the chosen topic.

Please note: This group class is for students between the levels of B1-C1. If you are unsure of your level or have questions, please contact me before booking the group class.

Business Idioms - Increase your business vocabulary and sound like a native in the office!

In this lesson, students learn 13 common idioms used in the office. The worksheet also provides opportunities for speaking practice. This group lesson is for adult English students (B1-C1) who want to speak about a specific topic with a professional teacher and other students worldwide! We will start with a warm-up game, work in pairs, and discuss the chosen topic. Please note: This group class is for students between the levels of B1-C1. If you are unsure of your level or have questions, please contact me before booking the group class.

Business Idioms 2 - Increase your business vocabulary and sound like a native in the office!

In this lesson, students learn 13 common idioms used in Business English. The worksheet also provides opportunities for speaking practice. This group lesson is for adult English students (B1-C1) who want to speak about a specific topic with a professional teacher and other students worldwide! We will start with a warm-up game, work in pairs, and discuss the chosen topic. Please note: This group class is for students between the levels of B1 - C1. If you are unsure of your current level or have questions, please contact me before booking the group class.

Business Idioms 3 - Increase your business vocabulary and sound like a native in the office!

In this lesson, students learn 13 common idioms used in Business English. The worksheet also provides opportunities for speaking practice. This group lesson is for adult English students (B1-C1) who want to speak about a specific topic with a professional teacher and other students from around the world! We will start by doing a warm-up game, work in pairs, and discuss the chosen topic.

Learn over 50 business idioms that you can use in the office!

This coarse is for children with only a basic knowledge of English (example; Hello, my name is _______. I am __ years old.).
We will explore the wonders of winter. Students will learn basic winter vocabulary, and begin using simple sentences to speak about winter and the different things they see. Students will learn and use vocabulary for winter clothing. They will use the verbs 'go' and 'play' to discuss the different winter activities that people all over the world enjoy. Finally, we will look at animals that enjoy the cold weather, see how they adapt and compare them to people and how we adapt. 
Through different activities, children will be encouraged to use their new vocabulary and speak with their classmates. We will play games that get everyone involved, and keep everyone smiling.
After learning our new vocabulary, and exploring different activities that get my students speaking, we will enter a wonderful winter wonderland. Please watch my introduction video to learn about Koala Go, that is where we will have class, and that is where your children will experience a true winter. They will build snowmen, skate on ice and explore winter at its best. 
You and your child will not be disappointed. My winter wonderland is full of all the wonderful things winter brings. I look forward to seeing you there!
All classes will be 45 minutes long, offering children a chance to listen, speak, read and have fun.

Welcome to Winter

Class will begin with welcomes and introduction. We will dive right into our winter vocabulary. We will also make sure we all have access to the Koala Go playground. 

Winter Vocabulary 

We will begin our second class, by making sure we remember all our vocabulary. We will then build sentences using our new vocabulary.

Winter Clothes

What should we wear on a cold day? Will a t-shirt keep us warm? Let's talk about the different clothes we need for winter.

Winter Clothes part 2

We'll continue with our theme of winter clothes. Students will be asked to describe their winter clothes. We will talk about the different colors of their winter jackets and boots. Always speaking in complete sentences, and with the correct verbs. Finally, we'll jump into the playground and see who can find and identify the most clothing. 

Animals in Winter

Some animals love the snow, we'll learn all about them. Maybe we'll even see some in the playground!

Animals in Winter part 2

Not all animals love the winter. What happens to the ones that don't? Where do they go, what do they do?

Winter Activities

There are many different things I love doing with my family in the winter. This lesson will focus on those activities, students will learn new vocabulary, and discover new winter fun.

Winter Activities part 2

Winter activities require the verbs 'go', and 'play'. Today, students will learn how to use them properly, while speaking in complete sentences, and telling their classmates all about the different things they love to do in the winter.   

We'll spend the next 2 classes reviewing and adding to our love of winter. 

Now that we have all our vocabulary ready, we'll use it to speak, speak, speak. Everyone will have a chance to show us what they've learned.

Last class

In our last class, we'll review all the wonderful things we've learned. We'll use complete sentences to practice speaking with each other both in and out of the playground. We will play games to re-enforce all that what have learned.  