Resources: Notes on Life and Language in the United States

How to Solve Your Biggest Problem as an Adult English Learner

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Nov 07, 2012 @ 08:46 AM

Learning a new language isn't easy but it's necessary. Here you are, in the United States, and you are expected to communicate in English with your boss, your colleagues, and your clients. The pressure is on!

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Studying English? 4 Crucial Tactics You Should Use

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Nov 05, 2012 @ 09:37 AM

Are you living in the United States and studying English to move up in your career? 

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Why Your English Must Get Worse Before it Gets Better

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 @ 07:58 AM

Have you ever felt that sometimes, once you begin working closely with an English language teacher, your English actually seems to get worse at first?

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Awesome Insight for English Learners! A Chat with Justin

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Oct 22, 2012 @ 08:02 AM

Today I am excited to bring you an interview with Justin, one of our amazing English teachers!

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

5 Ways to Become a More Confident English Speaker

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Sep 24, 2012 @ 07:37 AM

Are you a confident English speaker?

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

What Should You Do When Your English Stops Getting Better?

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Sep 17, 2012 @ 07:55 AM

Are you motivated by progress? I certainly am!

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Why Learning English for Free (or Cheaply) Is a Bad Idea

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Sep 10, 2012 @ 07:28 AM

It's a simple and straightforward idea but we seem to forget it all of the time.

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Why Slow and Steady Wins the English Learning Race

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Aug 29, 2012 @ 08:09 AM

The process of language learning is not glamorous but sometimes we get fooled into thinking that it is.

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Are You at Risk of English Learner's Burnout?

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Aug 20, 2012 @ 07:36 AM

You work hard at your English. You attend classes, you work with a private English teacher, and you meet a language exchange partner every week. You have a goal and you are willing to do anything necessary to accomplish it.

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

What Is the Best Time of Day to Focus on your English?

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Thu, Aug 09, 2012 @ 08:42 AM

What is the time of day that you are most effective and efficient?

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

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