Karine Longis McMillan
Engage with UWE Bristol grad for dynamic ESL classes with a captivating teaching approach.




ESL classes - Karine Longis McMillan
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Karine - Know your english tutor
I'm Karine Longis McMillan, and I hold a Masters degree with over 15 years of experience teaching ESL classes. My expertise lies in ESL for all levels - be it beginners, intermediate learners, adults, kids, or even advanced students. I specialize in various subjects like Conversational English. Business English, English Grammar & Vocabulary, and more. My classes are not just about learning English; they're about personalized learning experiences tailored to your needs. From accent coaching to career guidance, grammar fundamentals to test prep strategies, I cover it all. I focus on real-world applications, making sure you can seamlessly apply what you learn. As an online tutor, I understand the importance of visual learning aids and provide extensive support in listening skills, speaking fluency, and writing assistance. For those with special needs, rest assured, I create an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone. Let's embark on this learning journey together and unlock your full potential in English. Book a class with me today and let's make your language learning experience both enriching and enjoyable!
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol


English classes overview
My teaching methodology focuses on personalized tutoring to enhance students' language skills through interactive lessons. I specialize in English classes, covering various subjects such as Travel English, Business English, and Conversational English. By incorporating speaking practice, vocabulary building, and expressive skills development, I create a dynamic learning environment suitable for ESL students of all levels, whether they are beginners, intermediate, advanced, adults, or kids. I leverage a variety of tech tools both online and offline to engage students, including interactive platforms, multimedia resources, and educational apps. This tech-integrated approach not only makes learning fun but also enhances comprehension and retention. With a curriculum tailored to meet the needs of over 200 students, I ensure that each class is structured to cater to different learning styles and preferences. Through my methodology, students benefit from immersive language experiences that boost their confidence and fluency. By fostering interactive discussions and encouraging active participation, I help learners overcome language barriers effectively. My strength lies in creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment where students feel motivated to excel and achieve their language learning goals.
English tutor specialities
Speaking fluency
Listening skill
Homework help
Grammar fundamentals

ESL 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
Student types for english classes
Home schooled
ESL for beginners
ESL for adults
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Learning Disabilities
ESL for advanced
ESL for kids
ESL for intermediate
Dynamic english lessons
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Practical tools used in english classes
Interactive quizzes
Grammar practice
Language simulations
English tutor also teaches
English Listening
English Speaking
English Grammar & Vocabulary
Conversational English
Travel English
ESOL
Free lesson slots
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