Karine Longis McMillan
Engaging French tutor focused on adaptable language learning




French classes - Karine Longis McMillan
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Meet Karine
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.
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol


French tutor expertise
French conversation practice
Conversational French
Test prep strategies
Homework help
French pronunciation skills
French pronunciation
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!

French concept taught by Karine
During their English lesson, two students from UCLA in Westwood honed their pronunciation skills, specifically targeting the sounds /ʌ/, /u/, /ɪ/, and /i/. They also worked on distinguishing similar-sounding words. One of the learners clarified new vocabulary meanings and practiced pronunciation through repetition, while the other recommended the website Breaking News English for additional listening and vocabulary practice.
The /ʌ/ (uh) Sound
The /ɪ/ (short e) Sound
The /iː/ (long e) Sound
The /uː/ (oo) Sound
Silent 'B' Rule
Umpire vs. Referee
Slug vs. Snail
Karine and Livia reviewed French relative pronouns, including 'qui,' 'que,' 'quoi,' 'dont,' and 'où,' and practiced identifying them in sentences. They also discussed the works of La Fontaine. Karine will send Livia three documents to work on, and they plan to discuss cause and consequence connectors next time.
Ce/Cet/Cette/Ces (Demonstrative Adjectives)
Où (Relative Pronoun)
Dont (Relative Pronoun)
Que (Relative Pronoun)
Qui (Relative Pronoun)
Karine provided French tutoring, focusing on French sentence construction, adjective placement, and vocabulary related to everyday objects and football. A student from Fordham University in The Bronx practiced forming sentences with provided words and completed word search activities to reinforce vocabulary. They also reviewed the "BRAGS" acronym for adjective placement.
Verb Identification in French Sentences
Negative Sentence Structure (ne...pas)
French Adjective Placement (BRAGS)
French Prepositions à la vs. au
Karine and Paolo dedicated their lesson to enhancing his English vocabulary and communication skills for professional settings. They reviewed key phrases pertinent to meetings and practiced describing personal qualities using relevant adjectives. Karine assigned exercises to reinforce the vocabulary learned and provided Paolo with a document containing useful phrases for his upcoming meetings.
Industrious
Decisive
Sensitive vs. Sensible
Rapport vs. Relationship
Pushover
Karine, Megan, and Colin engaged in a French lesson, focusing on vocabulary related to days of the week, prepositions of time, the alphabet, and restaurant terms. Megan specifically practiced pronunciation, identifying days, and understanding a restaurant dialogue. Karine assigned a Halloween-themed coloring activity to reinforce color vocabulary and plans to continue with the restaurant scenario in their next lesson.
French Pronunciation - Linking (Liaison)
French Alphabet Vowel Sounds
French Prepositions (Time)
French Days of the Week
Karine and Livia reviewed French verb moods and tenses, including indicative, conditional, imperative, and subjunctive, with a focus on their usage and formation. Livia practiced identifying the correct verb forms in exercises. Karine assigned documents for homework and planned to cover obligations and the use of 'ce que,' 'ce qui,' etc., in the next session.
Participative Verbal (Adjective Verbal)
Conditional Mood
Imperative Mood
Indicative Mood
Imparfait (Imperfect)
Passé Composé (Compound Past)
Infinitive
Subjunctive Mood
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Tools & techniques used in french classes
Assessments
Quizzes
Practice worksheets
Digital whiteboard
Interactive quizzes
Language simulations
Grammar practice
Types of learners for french classes
Home schooled
All Levels
School
Learning Disabilities
College
Adult / Professional
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Interactive french lessons
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed

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