After a short break I'm back with a few new posts coming up on different topics. Today's worksheet comes from a class I had this week where we went over some of the vocabulary + grammar used for describing graphs, results and trends. It should be useful for those studying Business English. The aim of this worksheet is to revise the grammar of reporting changes and trends in … [Read more...] about Sales hit one million – graphs + trends
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Can James Blunt help you learn English? (2)
Here's the second part of 'Can James Blunt help you learn English', from my original blog Engage.cz (September 2009). Image: Vincent van der Heijden (license) The following article is best for students at B2 level or higher: Thanks to those who emailed me regarding the James Blunt song. Did you have a look at the lyrics of 1973? Did you notice any grammatical structures … [Read more...] about Can James Blunt help you learn English? (2)
Can James Blunt help you learn English? (1)
Here's an old post (published September 3 2009) which I've moved over from my original website, www.Engage.cz. A great way to learn and understand English is to take some original creations from literature and music, and try to work out the underlying meaning behind them. Quite a few of my female students love James Blunt, and while I was watching MTV at the airport, I … [Read more...] about Can James Blunt help you learn English? (1)
Answers to Typical FCE-level Mistakes
So did you do your homework? ;) Last time I wrote down 11 common mistakes, particularly from Czech learners of English, and asked you to correct them. If you are intermediate or upper-intermediate level try to correct the sentences first (click here) before checking the answers below. Answers: 1. I take care about the kids when Simona’s at work. Correct: I take care of … [Read more...] about Answers to Typical FCE-level Mistakes
Where is your ‘English focus’?
Have you been studying English for several years? Do you feel you're not making the progress you'd like to make? Maybe there's just one thing you need to get back to - focusing on what you want to achieve. Here's a short thought of the day. Focus is a funny thing. Your English teacher, if you have one, has to make decisions before and during each lesson regarding what to … [Read more...] about Where is your ‘English focus’?