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Houston learners completed recent English lessons
Learners commonly from The Heights, Midtown, and Bellaire areas
Wayne taught 12 days ago
The Student practiced reading comprehension and pronunciation using an article about healthy sleep habits. New vocabulary related to health and routines was introduced and contextualized. The student learned the phrase 'once in a blue moon' and discussed its meaning and usage.
The 10-3-2-1 Rule for Better Sleep
Vocabulary Acquisition: 'Prepare
' 'Timing
' 'Caffeine
' 'Alcohol
' 'Improve
' 'Bitter
' 'Tough'
Karine taught 14 days ago
The Student practiced answering common job interview questions with guidance from the Tutor on phrasing and content. They worked on presenting their experience and skills effectively. The session included specific feedback on improving answers and discussing salary expectations, and the Tutor will provide the Student with example answers for further study.
Structuring Answers for 'Tell Me About Yourself'
Framing Reasons for Leaving a Job
Discussing Salary Expectations
Highlighting Strengths and Weaknesses
Demonstrating Teamwork Skills
Articulating Your Value Proposition
Wayne taught 14 days ago
The session centered on reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and pronunciation practice using an entertainment article about the resurgence of old characters. The student read aloud, answered comprehension questions, and engaged in a conversation about the article's themes. The session concluded with the introduction of a new phrase, "once in a blue moon."
Resurgence
Accessibility
Affordability
Strategy
Contemporary
Evolving with the Times
Suzanna taught 16 days ago
The Tutor and Student reviewed creative writing techniques with an exercise focused on narrative voice in children's stories. The student worked on a short story and received feedback on elements such as verb tense, tone shifts, and character development. They also discussed strategies for preparing for English finals, including reviewing texts and structuring essays.
Creative Writing: Narrative and Voice
Verb Tense Consistency
Paragraph Breaks: Shifts in Tone
Subject
and Time
Character Development and Pronoun Consistency
Brainstorming and Proper Nouns
Preparing for an English Final Exam
Elvira taught about 1 month ago
The student and tutor reviewed future tenses and began to study conditional sentences, specifically zero and first conditionals. The student practiced identifying the appropriate future tense based on context and applying the structures of zero and first conditional sentences. Homework was assigned to practice zero and first conditionals.
Future Tenses in English
Tense Usage Frequency
Zero Conditional
First Conditional
Modals in First Conditional
Elvira taught about 1 month ago
The session covered English conditional sentences, focusing on the second and third conditionals. The student practiced forming these conditionals and differentiating between their uses for hypothetical situations and expressing regrets about past events. Homework was assigned involving exercises on distinguishing between the two types of conditionals and correcting errors.
Zero Conditional
First Conditional
Second Conditional
Third Conditional
Pronunciation of 'Would'
Distinguishing Second and Third Conditionals
General guide to learning English in Houston
Learning English in Houston: Key challenges & solutions
Houston follows the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum for English. This emphasizes English skills through structured reading, writing, and speaking lessons.
About 47.2% of Houston residents aged 5 and older speak a language other than English at home in Houston. This highlights the strong demand for English learning resources in the city. However, learners often struggle with grammar rules, expanding vocabulary, and achieving clear pronunciation. Many also find it difficult to engage in conversations. This leads to under-confidence in real-world interactions.
Key challenges include adapting to different accents, expensive courses, and difficulty in real-life practice. Preparing for standardized English tests like the TOEFL, IELTS, and STAAR English exams can be challenging. Many students struggle with essay coherence and reading lengthy passages under time constraints.
There are local resources like Houston Public Library and Literacy Advance of Houston. Houston ESL & Citizenship classes offer free programs for English learners. Community events, such as Houston Language Partners, provide immersive practice opportunities. Private English tutoring ensures customized learning plans and real-time feedback. Practical exercises also help learners gain fluency.
With the right support learners can gain efficiency in English in Houston.
The best English learning resources available in Houston
Houston has a variety of resources to help you learn English. Houston Public Library and Literacy Advance of Houston offer free programs. BakerRipley Neighborhood Centers and Alief ISD ESL Programs provide structured learning options.
For academic courses, HCC Adult Education ESL offers flexible classes. Advanced learners can join Rice University’s ESL Program for in-depth instruction.
Online options like Duolingo and BBC Learning English are great for flexible learning. To practice speaking, join Houston Language Exchange Meetups. You can also attend Houston Language Partners events.
Budgeting for English tutoring services in Houston
In Houston, English tutoring rates vary based on the tutor's experience and qualifications. On average, private English tutors charge between $30 and $100 per hour.
Opting for online tutoring can often be a more cost-effective alternative.
For those seeking more affordable options, tutors with less experience may offer rates around $20 to $30 per hour, suitable for foundational learning. Mid-range tutors, often with moderate experience, typically charge between $30 and $50 per hour. Highly experienced tutors or those with specialized expertise may command rates from $50 to $80 per hour.
Houston offers several specialized tutoring resources, such as the Writing & Reading Center at the University of Houston-Downtown, which provides tutoring services for all UHD students.
Additionally, Houston Community College offers free one-on-one tutoring to its students.
At Wiingy, we provide a free trial lesson and offer affordable tutoring services at a rate of $28 per hour, with expert-vetted tutors to meet your learning needs.
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