Karine Longis McMillan
Engaging French tutor focused on adaptable language learning
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Karine Longis McMillan
Masters degree
/ 55 min
About your french tutor
Hello, I'm Karine Longis McMillan, a French tutor with a Doctorate in Psychology in Education. My teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students of all levels can thrive. I use interactive and personalized strategies to ensure student understanding and success. Let's learn French together! While I’ve always felt driven to be an educator, the joy I felt from facilitating the growth and development of the people I have met only reaffirmed my passion. Although I’ll continue to sharpen my teaching skills, I believe that my enthusiasm, positive attitude, and hands-on experience working with students also make me an excellent educator. I look forward to a career where I can help shape minds and make a difference in the lives of the people I meet.
Meet Karine
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol
French tutor expertise
French culture immersion
Homework help
French pronunciation
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Conversational French
French conversation practice
Types of learners for french classes
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
School
All Levels
Adult / Professional
College
Home schooled
French classes at a glance
As a French tutor, I believe in an engaging and creative teaching style that is tailored to the individual needs of each student. I am empathetic and patient, understanding that learning a new language can be challenging. I adapt my teaching methodology to ensure that all levels of students can excel, whether it be beginners or advanced learners. Through role-play scenarios and cultural projects, I assess understanding of Francophone cultures, allowing students to immerse themselves in the language. By focusing on real-world practice, I help students achieve proficiency in French, enabling them to excel in exams and study abroad at French-speaking universities. My goal is to help you achieve fluency in French by emphasizing practical language use and cultural understanding. Let's embark on this language learning journey together!
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French concepts taught by Karine
The student and tutor worked on improving the student's French language proficiency, focusing on vocabulary expansion, grammatical accuracy, and conversational fluency. They practiced constructing sentences, engaging in dialogues based on various scenarios, and receiving feedback on pronunciation and word choice to prepare for future assessments. The tutor provided resources and exercises to target specific areas of improvement.
Active Listening & Responding
Strategic Use of Connectors and Vocabulary
Grammar: Verb Conjugation & Tenses
Language Proficiency Levels and Progression
The tutor and student reviewed and practiced the formation and use of the passive voice in English grammar, covering present and past tenses, and irregular verbs. They worked through several exercises to identify and correct errors, and discussed plans to continue with accounting topics in the next session.
Passive Voice Across Tenses
Common Errors in Passive Voice Construction
Passive Voice: Past Tense
Passive Voice: Present Tense
The student practiced identifying opposite verbs and adjectives and using them in sentences. Grammatical rules about changing 'Y' to 'I' before adding suffixes were also reviewed. The next session was scheduled for the following week to continue practicing English concepts.
Opposites of Verbs
Opposites of Adjectives
Y to I Rule
Prefix 'en-' to Create Verbs
Deny vs Reject
Odd vs Strange
The student learned French vocabulary related to desserts, including names of cakes and pastries, as well as phrases to express likes and dislikes and ordering food. The student practiced using these phrases and new vocabulary. The next session will focus on fruits, vegetables, and restaurant ordering, to prepare the student for ordering food in French.
Identifying Food Items in French
Expressing Wants and Desires
French Dessert Vocabulary
Expressing Likes and Dislikes
The student and tutor worked on expanding French vocabulary related to emotions and physical states. They practiced identifying and using words for feelings like happy, sad, angry, and scared, and physical conditions like tired and sick. The tutor outlined plans for future lessons on numbers and French travel phrases.
Expressing Emotions in French
French Vocabulary for Physical States
French Food and Drink Vocabulary
French Words for 'Love' and Related Feelings
French Vocabulary for Negative Emotions and States
The tutor and student engaged in a discussion about resolving workplace conflicts, focusing on communication strategies and the use of the passive voice in English. They practiced these concepts through role-playing and vocabulary exercises related to office etiquette and conflict resolution.
Conflict Resolution Strategies
Mindfulness in the Workplace
Vocabulary for Workplace Communication
Passive vs. Active Voice in Professional Settings
Tools & techniques used in french classes
Quizzes
Translation tools
Phonetic drills
Game based learning tools
Presentations
Language simulations
Digital whiteboard
Interactive french lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Note taking
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