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English language recently taught by tutors in the USA
Grammar, writing, and reading covered
Molebogeng taught 3 days ago
The Student and Tutor engaged in an English language lesson covering reading comprehension of two passages (on sleep/technology and coffee history), vocabulary expansion, grammar and editing practice, and critical thinking. The Student practiced sentence construction, answered comprehension questions, and completed a structured writing activity. The Tutor reminded the Student to book future classes in advance to allow for better lesson preparation.
Grammar & Sentence Construction Fundamentals
Reading Comprehension & Critical Analysis
Vocabulary Acquisition & Application
Impact of Lifestyle Choices on Well-being and Environment
Effective Paragraph Writing Structure
Amir taught 8 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed previously learned vocabulary related to academic debates and then engaged in a close reading of three paragraphs from the text. They defined numerous new vocabulary words to enhance reading comprehension and discussed their usage within sentences. For follow-up, the Tutor indicated that the next session would focus on SSAT vocabulary starting with the letter 'F'.
Vocabulary for Academic Debates: Professor Vance's Argument
Vocabulary for Academic Debates: Dr. Aris's Challenge
Vocabulary for Academic Debates: Dynamics and Resolution
Amir taught 13 days ago
The Student and Tutor meticulously reviewed a sample SSAT writing paragraph, focusing on advanced vocabulary definitions, grammatical structures, and sentence complexity. The session aimed to enhance the Student's understanding of how specific word choices and sentence construction improve academic writing. The Student was assigned to write a sentence for review in the next session.
Crafting Persuasive Writing for SSAT
Strategic Vocabulary Enhancement (C1/C2 Focus)
Advanced Sentence Structure and Emphasis
Precision in Conjunctions and Adverbs
Afsoon taught 20 days ago
This introductory English class focused on building conversational skills and vocabulary for a young student. The student practiced forming complete sentences on various personal topics, including preferences, hobbies, and emotions, and participated in a picture description activity. The tutor and student agreed to focus on reading stories in future sessions.
Introducing Yourself and Your Interests
Expressing Abilities: "I am good at..."
Talking About Likes and Dislikes
Describing What You See: "There are..." and "The... is..."
Expressing Future Aspirations: "I would like to learn..."
Tirivashe taught 27 days ago
The student and tutor worked through a series of practice questions focused on standard English conventions and grammar. They reviewed specific rules for punctuation, subject-verb agreement, and sentence structure, with the student actively answering questions and receiving feedback to improve their understanding.
Transition Words and Phrases
Subordination and Conciseness
Idiomatic Expressions and Standard English
Interpreting Data and Evidence
Toey taught about 1 month ago
The tutor and student discussed the concept of summarization, its importance for academic revision, and its application to master's level studies. They reviewed practical English usage through journal entries and collaboratively analyzed advice for master's students, focusing on time management, goal setting, and the strategic use of AI tools. The student's upcoming travel and relocation were also discussed, necessitating a pause in sessions until later in the year.
Summarizing Text
Strategic Use of AI in Academia
Academic Endurance: The Marathon Mindset
Prepositions of Place: On
In
At
Past Tense Verb Forms: Regular vs. Irregular
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Your guide to learn English
How can you learn English
1.5 billion people speak English, making it the most spoken language worldwide. Learning English is essential for career growth, travel, networking, and communication.
You can learn English through self-study. This includes reading books and newspapers and noting new vocabulary. Aiming for conversational fluency, you can converse with native speakers, listen to podcasts, and watch movies. You can also use language apps to practice basic grammar and sentence structures.
However, verb tenses, phrasal verbs, slang, and idioms can be challenging for beginners. Pronunciations and accents can also hinder fluency. For example, some can confuse pronunciations in simple words like cough or tough where “gh” is pronounced as “f”.
Personalized English tutoring helps overcome such challenges and improves fluency by accelerating learning. Private English tutors can provide tailored lessons, real-time feedback, and guidance on vocabulary and grammar. They can also recommend books, movies, and apps suited to your needs.
With dedicated learning, you can achieve conversational fluency in 6-12 months.
You can also take certification exams like TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge, helping you assess your English reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
How can a tutor help you learn English?
Improving academic skills
50% of the students sought private English tutoring to improve their reading comprehension. You may need a tutor to improve your essay writing structure, grammar, and tone. Some of you also face challenges in vocabulary expansion.
1-on-1 English tutors can provide personalized guidance to improve these academic skills. They can break down complex concepts into manageable parts and use targeted practice to strengthen these basics.
Improving conversational skills
45% of learners face challenges speaking fluently, organizing thoughts, and understanding native accents. Some of you may feel underconfident with pronunciations in professional or daily conversations.
English tutors can help you improve fluency through regular conversation exercises. They can improve your pronunciation and adjust your accents. Tutors also provide real-time feedback to help you build confidence.
Preparing for exams to improve score
30% of the learners face challenges in preparing and improving scores in exams like GMAT, GED, or school-level assessments. Some of you may find time management and reading comprehension challenging.
English tutors can create customized study plans tailored to the exam format and focus on your weak areas. They can also provide test-taking strategies, and mock exams, to reduce exam anxiety.
How to select the right English tutor?
Educational qualifications
Choosing the right English tutor depends on your learning goals. For beginners, a tutor with a bachelor’s degree in English or linguistics is suitable.
If you’re preparing for tests like TOEFL or IELTS, or seeking advanced English skills, look for a tutor with a master’s degree and specialized experience.
Student reviews and testimonials
Student reviews and testimonials are essential when selecting a tutor. Look for profiles with ratings of 4+ stars and at least 10 positive reviews.
Make sure the tutor has experience in areas relevant to you, such as improving conversational fluency, preparing for exams, or learning English for business or travel.
Charges and affordability
Tutor pricing varies widely, with beginner tutors starting around $15/hr and experts with 10+ years of experience charging over $100/hr. For the best value, aim for tutors who offer a balance of experience, positive reviews, and reasonable rates.
At Wiingy, English tutoring costs an average of $28/hr, providing expert-vetted tutors with a perfect match guarantee.
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