Two is sometimes better than one, especially if you are your own worst enemy when it comes to learning English. Find out why and how a study buddy can help you learn English better.

Transcript here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-0MSwvOpyrBo2IJm6RDADq3xkxhKdyan/view?usp=sharing

Schedule a class with me here: https://teach.italki.com/teacher/12103910

Lisa's Podcast

Study Buddy and Accountability

Un podcast facile pour faire des comparaisons + connaître les avantages d'habiter à la campagne + l'adjectif "bon" et l'adverbe "bien".

France Class Niveau Elémentaire

Il y a moins de stress qu'en ville !

it's all Greek to me!

Working 

Voici l'épisode avec dans le lien google doc, le script ainsi que les questions/réponses sur le texte:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/11nvgtIwJAt5bLGMOeSsDItpTMksRHkLb1o8CgSeQtcQ/edit?usp=sharing

Bonne écoute!

Améliorez votre compréhension orale en français! 

Laura en voyage à Paris (A2) 

This podcast explores Robert Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening".

https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/42891/stopping-by-woods-on-a-snowy-evening

Poem of the Day

"Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost

Using Spoken Discourse Markers for IELTS Speaking

Discourse markers, such as "well," "so," "you know," and "I mean," are common in everyday speech. These words and phrases help guide conversations, signal a change in thought, or give the speaker time to think. For IELTS Speaking, using discourse markers effectively can enhance your fluency and coherence, making your responses more natural and organized.

Here are some key ways to use spoken discourse markers during the IELTS Speaking exam:

Starting Your Response: Using markers like "well" or "actually" can give you a moment to collect your thoughts before answering a question. For example, if asked about your favorite hobby, you could begin with, "Well, I really enjoy painting because it's relaxing."

Organizing Ideas: Words such as "firstly," "secondly," and "finally" can help structure your response when explaining something in detail. This makes it easier for the examiner to follow your ideas.

Clarifying and Rephrasing: Discourse markers like "I mean" or "in other words" are useful for clarifying points or rephrasing if you feel your initial response wasn’t clear enough. For instance, "In other words, I think traveling teaches us valuable life skills."

Filling Pauses: Using phrases like "you know" or "let me think" can fill pauses naturally, preventing awkward silences during your speaking test.

However, it's essential not to overuse discourse markers, as it can make your speech sound unnatural. Practice using them in moderation to sound fluent and confident in your responses.

IELTS Speaking Practice

IELTS Speaking - using discourse markers

Today we are talking about the changes in standard of living throughout the past several decades in China, all the way from the 50s to the current days. What has changed in terms of people’s salary and methods of payment? Let’s go!

Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)

Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Generations of Change: Income & Standard of Living

Listen and repeat: vulture, violets, vampire bat, vegetables, vole, volleyball, violin, vinegar, vanilla

Flashcards free download: https://supersimple.com/free-printables/captain-seasalt-and-the-abc-pirates-v-flashcards/

Video: https://youtu.be/J2iN7iDi-mA?si=SWqerYPt-HXmqK9j
Book a class with me here: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/13365914

Captain Seasalt And The ABC Pirates

Letter V

할아버지, 맛있는 냄새가 나요.
爷爷好香。 

너 주려고 할아버지가 직접 김밥이랑 떡볶이를 만들었어.
爷爷亲自为你做了包饭和炒年糕。 

와! 할아버지 최고예요!
哇! 爷爷是最棒的! 

먹고 싶은 게 있으면 언제든지 말해. 만들어줄게.
想吃什么就随时告诉我。给你做。 

맛있는 냄새가 나다 好香
직접 亲自
김밥 包饭
떡볶이 炒年糕
언제든(지)  随时