Karine Longis McMillan

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Karine Longis McMillan

Masters degree

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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

Karine graduated from UWE Bristol
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol

English tutor specialities

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Speaking fluency

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Grammar fundamentals

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Homework help

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ESL for advanced

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ESL for beginners

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Home schooled

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ESL for intermediate

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ESL for adults

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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ESL for kids

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Learning Disabilities

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 also teaches

Business English

Business English

English Listening

English Listening

English Speaking

English Speaking

English Grammar & Vocabulary

English Grammar & Vocabulary

Conversational English

Conversational English

Travel English

Travel English

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ESL concepts taught by Karine

Student learned about 17 hours ago

The Student and Tutor extensively reviewed French grammar, focusing on the appropriate usage and conjugation of past tenses (*passé composé* and *imparfait*), future tenses, and the different verb groups. They also clarified vocabulary distinctions, such as *savoir* vs. *connaître*, and practiced oral expression. The Student was provided with a document containing exercises to practice verb conjugations as homework.

Past Participle Agreement with Être

French Future Tenses: Futur Simple vs. Futur Proche

Auxiliary Verb Choice for Passé Composé

Savoir vs. Connaître

French Verb Conjugation Groups

Passé Composé vs. Imparfait

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Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor practiced English comprehension and vocabulary using three different types of documents: an internal company email, a supermarket receipt with a delivery feedback form, and an IT department training schedule with an accompanying email. They focused on understanding context, extracting information, identifying implied meanings, and clarifying specific vocabulary and idioms.

Interpreting Information from Various Documents

Vocabulary in Context: Deciphering Meaning

Understanding Business Email Structure and Purpose

Identifying Implied Information and Inferences

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Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor practiced French grammar, focusing on the usage and placement of the pronouns 'en' (quantity) and 'y' (place). They also worked on negative constructions using 'ne...aucun/aucune' and reviewed verbs that require specific prepositions ('à' or 'de'). For their next session, they planned to focus on expanding vocabulary with common conversational verbs.

Negation with 'ne...aucun(e)' (No/Not Any)

Order of Pronouns: 'y' and 'en'

Verbs Requiring 'à' or 'de' and Pronoun Usage

The Pronoun 'y' (Place/To It/There)

The Pronoun 'en' (Quantity/Some/Any)

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Student learned 2 days ago

The Tutor and Student focused on expanding French vocabulary related to books and literature. They practiced reading and understanding an excerpt from 'Le Petit Prince,' where they also reviewed grammar points such as the *passé composé* and *imparfait* verb tenses and pronunciation rules for verb endings. The Student was assigned homework to write a 40-50 word text about their holidays.

Distinguishing French Past Tenses: Imparfait vs. Passé Composé

French Pronunciation Rules: Liaison and Silent 'ent' Endings

Using the Impersonal Pronoun 'On'

Developing French Reading Comprehension and Pronunciation

Building Foundational French Writing Skills

Essential French Vocabulary for Books & Reading

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Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor focused on French negative structures, reviewing the rules for placing negative particles in present, imperative, and compound tenses. They clarified the usage and placement of various negative expressions and discussed common points of confusion. The Tutor will provide further exercises and reference documents for the Student's continued practice.

`ne...que` for Restriction ("Only")

Specific Negative Expressions (Beyond `pas`)

Basic Negation with `ne...pas` and Pronoun Placement

Negation in Compound Tenses & Key Exceptions

Answering Negative Questions: `Oui` vs. `Si`

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Student learned 2 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in a comprehensive French conversation lesson, practicing self-introduction, describing family and daily activities, and discussing hobbies and their local town. They focused on applying grammatical structures such as the passé composé, negation, and various vocabulary, with plans to continue with broader cultural and personal identity topics in future sessions.

Basic Introductions & Family (J'ai & J'habite à)

Describing Places & Local Environment (Ma ville & Endroits préférés)

Hobbies & Entertainment (J'aime & Faire/Écouter/Regarder)

Describing Habits & Past Events (Present vs. Passé Composé)

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Practical tools used in english classes

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Interactive quizzes

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Language simulations

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Grammar practice

Dynamic english lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Chat for quick help

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Note taking

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Weekend lessons

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Mobile joining

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