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Job interviews
Useful vocabulary for attending a job interview in English Do you agree with the advice in the article? LISTENING Discuss the following...
David MacFarlane
Feb 23, 20243 min read
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Love.com
Looking for love on the net - online dating and relationships Warm-up What is social networking? Can you think of some examples of social...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
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RELATIONSHIPS AND DATING
Romantic events, describing relationships and dating expressions Writing Activity Think about a couple, for example, a famous couple or...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
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A WINDOW ONTO THE WORLD
Reading and understanding Warm-up Does your home have many windows? What can you see through them? Speaking Work in pairs. Imagine you...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
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Speaking Part 4 - B1 - The Discussion
Guided Test Speaking Part 4: Strategy In Part 4, the examiner leads a 3-way discussion with you and your partner about a topic for about...
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Feb 23, 20242 min read
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PRESENT REVIEW A2
Present simple vs Continuous Complete the review of the present tense with ‘simple’ or ‘continuous’. We use the present ___________1 to...
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Feb 23, 20242 min read
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PAST REVIEW - A2
Simple or Continuous? We use the past __________ to talk about completed events in the past: I woke up this morning at 8 o’clock. Where...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
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Future review A2
Future plans, decisions, and predictions Review Future plans and decisions Complete the grammar review with ‘will’, ‘going to’ or...
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Feb 23, 20242 min read
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At the Restaurant
Common words and expressions for describing food and drink, restaurant service, and parts of meals. Food and drink How many types of...
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Feb 23, 20241 min read
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LEARNING LANGUAGES
Talking about learning a language Warm up Name the official languages that are spoken in the countries below. The Netherlands: Switzerland...
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Feb 23, 20244 min read
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KEYWORD TRANSFORMATION - Reading and Use of English part 4 - GUIDED TEST
Examiners' tips on how to pass Reading and Use of English part 4 Introduction Known as ‘keyword transformation', this is one of the...
David MacFarlane
Feb 23, 20242 min read
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Mastering 'For' and 'Since': Time Expressions Simplified
"Since" and "for" are both used to describe the duration of an action or situation, but they are used in different ways. read on for a...
David MacFarlane
Feb 23, 20241 min read
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How to Prepare for Cambridge English Certification Exams
How to Prepare for Cambridge English Certification Exams Are you considering taking a Cambridge English Certification Exam? Whether...
David MacFarlane
Feb 22, 20242 min read
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10 Tips for Successful Online Language Learning
Are you interested in learning a new language? With the convenience and accessibility of online language courses, it has never been...
David MacFarlane
Feb 22, 20242 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Study Abroad Holidays in the UK
Are you dreaming of studying abroad in the UK? Look no further! In this ultimate guide, we will take you through everything you need to...
David MacFarlane
Feb 22, 20242 min read
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IT’S LIKE THIS
Follow your teacher's instructions to practise questions with like. Set up A/B pairs and select the corresponding page A/B of the...
David MacFarlane
Nov 6, 20231 min read
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Revitalising Learning: Unleashing Play and Creativity in Italian Schools
At the Caledonian School of English, we cater to children of all ages, while also actively participating in our local elementary school...
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May 17, 20233 min read
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An Open Letter to All Teachers: Rethinking Homework, Assessment, and Feedback
Introduction Dear Teachers, As a fellow educator with experience at various levels of the state school system, from elementary to...
David MacFarlane
May 12, 20236 min read
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Cracking the Code: Zero and First Conditionals Uncovered
The Zero and First Conditionals are used to talk about real or likely situations. Explanation Zero Conditional: The Zero Conditional is...
David MacFarlane
Apr 13, 20231 min read
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Exploring Linking Verbs: A Guide for A2 Level ESOL Students
Linking verbs are essential in English as they connect the subject of a sentence to information about that subject. Common linking verbs...
David MacFarlane
Apr 12, 20231 min read
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