Matthew Osborne
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Matthew Osborne
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Your english tutor - Matthew
Hi, I'm Matthew Osborne, and I bring over two years of English and Spanish language teaching experience to the table. My expertise lies in personalised English tutoring for beginners, intermediate learners, and adults. My specialities range from accent coaching to exam preparation. I focus on enhancing English skills through conversational practice, cultural immersion, and real-world applications. Whether you need grammar fundamentals, pronunciation coaching, or help with homework, I've got you covered. My approach includes engaging activities like role-play scenarios, visual learning aids, and vocabulary-building exercises. I tailor my sessions to enhance your speaking fluency, listening skills and writing capabilities in English
Matthew graduated from University of Liverpool
English tutor specialities
Speaking fluency
Writing assistance
Grammar fundamentals
Homework help
Real world application
Learner types for english class
English for beginners
None Of The Above
English for adults
English for intermediate
English classes quick guide
My teaching approach is centred around creating an interactive and engaging learning environment. I focus on fostering dialogue, enhancing listening comprehension, honing writing skills, immersing students in the culture, and emphasising grammar. I specialise in teaching a variety of English subjects, including Travel vocab, Conversational English, Literature, and Business language. To make learning effective and enjoyable, I leverage a wide array of tech tools such as interactive platforms, educational apps, and multimedia resources. I follow a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the needs of over 100 English, including kids, beginners, and intermediate learners. With a background in English, Spanish and Chinese languages, I draw from diverse teaching methods to address the unique challenges of language learning. I adapt my teaching to suit individual interests and learning styles, encouraging students to explore English through various avenues like literature, cinema, and more. My aim is to keep classes dynamic and stimulating, ensuring that students of all levels and ages find the learning process rewarding and enriching.
Matthew - also teaches
English Listening
English Speaking
English Vocabulary
English Writing
English Reading Comprehension
English Grammar & Syntax
English concepts taught by Matthew
The tutor and student reviewed how to express likes and dislikes in Spanish using the verb 'gustar,' focusing on singular vs. plural nouns and infinitive verbs. They also touched upon the concept of masculine and feminine nouns and their agreement with pronouns and quantities, with the student assigned practice sentences.
Singular vs. Plural Nouns and Articles
Common Question Phrases
Gender and Number Agreement
Verb Conjugation: Infinitives and Present Tense
The session focused on improving the student's Spanish pronunciation by focusing on key vowel and consonant sounds that differ from English. The Student practiced with specific words and received explanations on regional variations in pronunciation within Spain and Latin America. The Tutor will send exercises to practice the 'j' and rolled 'r' sounds, and the next class will cover combining vowels.
Spanish Vowel Pronunciation
Consonant 'C' Pronunciation
Consonant 'G' Pronunciation
Double 'L' and 'Y' Pronunciation
Consonant 'Z' Pronunciation
The Dreaded 'J' Sound
The Rolling 'R'
The session focused on Spanish pronunciation, including accents and the rolling 'r' sound, as well as basic grammar concepts such as verb conjugation and word order. The student practiced pronunciation with tongue twisters and learned common Spanish idioms. The tutor provided resources for further study and scheduled a follow-up session.
Spanish Pronunciation Rules
Sentence Structure Flexibility
Pronouns: Definite and Indefinite
Verb Conjugation and Subject Omission
Verb Grammar Table
Combining 'de' and 'el'
Idiomatic Expressions
The session served as an introductory Spanish lesson. The tutor assessed the student's level, which is beginner, and discussed initial learning goals. The lesson covered basic greetings, introductions, and an overview of gendered nouns and the two forms of 'to be' in Spanish. The tutor suggested exploring Spanish literature and film in future sessions and proposed a schedule of two lessons per week.
Spanish Greetings
Ser vs. Estar
Exceptions to Gender Rules
Gender in Spanish
Asking Names
Introducing Others
Self-Introduction
Matthew Osborne coached Mackson Alapa in a Spanish lesson focused on improving speaking skills. They practiced describing photos, past experiences, and future plans related to apartments and shopping, utilizing different tenses and vocabulary. Matthew provided grammar and vocabulary support, along with exam strategies.
Using 'Un' and 'Una'
Gender Agreement in Spanish
Using Past Tenses (Imperfecto vs. Indefinido)
Note-Taking for Speaking Exams
Future Tense Conjugation
Chris tutored Matthew in Spanish, covering vocabulary related to gardens and farms, Argentine barbecue culture, and legal/political issues in Argentina and Chile, including abortion rights and the legacy of dictatorships. They also discussed slang and cultural differences between the UK, US, and Argentina.
Argentinian Barbecue (Asado)
Cool in Spanish
Netflix Documentary
Argentinian Culture
Dating in Spanish
Seasons in Spanish
Recent Argentinian History
Spanish Vocabulary: Garden
Teaching tools used by english tutor
Translation tools
Interactive quizzes
Phonetic drills
Writing prompts
Engaging english lessons
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Pets are welcomed
Note taking
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