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Houston learners completed recent English lessons
Learners commonly from The Heights, Midtown, and Bellaire areas
Karine taught 21 days ago
The Tutor and Student practiced English vocabulary related to describing trends in graphs and data, including synonyms for increase and decrease, and adverbs to describe the degree of change. The Student worked on using these words in sentences describing trends. The Tutor assigned exercises to reinforce the vocabulary and presentation skills.
Synonyms for Graph Trends
Adverbs for Describing Changes
Upward and Downward Trend
Using 'Peak' to Describe Maximum Value
Using 'Fade' to Describe Disappearance
Vary in Singular vs. Plural
Karine taught 28 days ago
The Tutor guided the Student in identifying and correcting common errors related to prepositions in English sentences, specifically focusing on business-related contexts. The Student practiced identifying missing, incorrect, or extra prepositions. The Tutor provided additional exercises and resources for further practice, including a document with common prepositions and error correction quizzes. A pronunciation exercise was also recommended.
Identifying Preposition Errors
Common Preposition Usage
Phrasal Verb 'Look Forward To'
Verbs followed by prepositions.
Understanding and Using 'Grant'
Overcome
Elvira taught about 1 month ago
The Student and Tutor discussed phrasal verbs, including their definitions, usage, and grammatical rules regarding separability and the importance of pronunciation. The student also practiced verb tenses and worked on correcting grammatical errors in sentences. The assigned homework includes reading a text, understanding vocabulary, and answering a philosophical question in five to seven sentences.
Phrasal Verbs
Separable vs. Inseparable Phrasal Verbs
Pronoun Placement with Separable Verbs
Intransitive Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal Verbs with Modal Verbs and Infinitives
Stress and Pronunciation in Phrasal Verbs
Past Perfect Continuous Tense
Adam taught about 1 month ago
The session focused on improving the student's reading and vocabulary skills. The student practiced reading and spelling various words, reviewed question words, and explored consonant digraphs. The tutor planned to reuse the same lesson in the next session to reinforce learning.
Vocabulary Building: Said vs. Say
Common Sight Words: Your
Want
Go
No
So
The
Of
Arjun taught Shauna 4 months ago
Arjun and Raymond collaborated on an essay, focusing on Demna, Balenciaga's artistic director, as a marketing genius. Their work centered on crafting compelling introductory sentences and supporting examples to argue how Demna strategically integrates global political events, such as the Ukraine-Russia war and his Georgian heritage, and personal experiences into his designs and campaigns. This approach, as they discussed, aims to attract a younger demographic and enhance brand appeal, with specific examples like Demna's use of Ukrainian flag colors and the 'Afterworld' video game release during the pandemic.
Persuasive Essay Writing
Integrating Global Affairs
Vocabulary Expansion
Strategic Brand Genius
Using Dashes
Janille taught Nathaniel 4 months ago
Janille guided a learner from Sugar Land in analyzing the story of Helen Keller to identify story elements, with the learner's mother assisting during the lesson. The individual worked on identifying the characters, setting, problem, solution, theme, and plot of the story. Janille assigned homework where the learner will analyze a book they have read and identify the same story elements; they also discussed rescheduling their next lesson.
Story Elements
Helen Keller's Story
Braille
Overcoming Challenges
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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