Karine Longis McMillan

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Karine Longis McMillan

Masters degree

/ 55 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

Karine graduated from UWE Bristol
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol

English tutor specialities

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Homework help

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Listening skill

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Grammar fundamentals

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Speaking fluency

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Student types for english classes

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ESL for intermediate

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ESL for kids

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Learning Disabilities

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ESL for beginners

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Home schooled

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ESL for adults

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ESL for advanced

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 19 hours ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in an English as a Second Language conversational practice session. The Student practiced describing personal and professional situations, enhancing vocabulary and fluency. The Tutor provided clarifications on phrasing and explained new vocabulary as needed during the conversation.

Strategic Data Analysis for Business Decisions

Navigating Workplace Dynamics & Communication

Financial Challenges in Non-Profit Organizations

Accounting Data Management & Consultancy

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Student learned 1 day ago

The Student and Tutor practiced French vocabulary related to food and quantities, focusing on the correct usage of partitive articles (du, de la, de l', des). They reviewed passé composé formation and learned about specific quantity expressions and the origin of the circumflex accent. The session concluded with a simulated market dialogue and discussion of payment phrases, with plans to cover more grammar next week.

Quantities with 'de' (du

de la

des)

Passé Composé with Être Verbs

The Diminutive Suffix '-ette'

Market Phrases and Vocabulary

French Accents: É

È

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in a French conversation session centered around the theme of 'leisures,' which included practicing vocabulary, expressing opinions, and applying conditional and past tenses. They identified challenges in spontaneous speech and decided to focus on easier conversation topics in future classes to build the Student's confidence and vocabulary.

Expanding Vocabulary for Leisure and Daily Life

The Conditional Tense (Le Conditionnel)

Mastering French Negation

Strategies for Conversational Fluency

The Imperfect Tense (L'Imparfait)

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor engaged in an English grammar lesson, focusing on the correct usage of various verb tenses, including Present Simple, Present Continuous, Past Simple, Past Continuous, Past Perfect, Present Perfect, and Future tenses. They worked through exercises that required selecting the most appropriate verb form based on contextual clues and time expressions. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday.

Future Tense Variations

State Verbs (Non-Continuous Verbs)

Present Perfect with 'For' and 'Since'

Past Simple

Past Continuous & Past Perfect

Present Simple vs. Present Continuous

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor practiced French pronunciation, specifically focusing on differentiating 'a' sounds, the 'P' versus 'B' phonemes, and introducing the 'V' versus 'B' sounds. The Student worked on pronouncing various words and sentences, received feedback, and learned new vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. The Tutor will provide audio resources for further practice, and they scheduled their next session.

Understanding Idiomatic Expressions & Vocabulary

Contextual Pronunciation & Natural Flow

Refining Vowel Pronunciation: The 'O' Sound

Distinguishing Consonants: V vs. B

Distinguishing Consonants: P vs. B

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student and Tutor practiced extensive French vocabulary related to shops, goods, and market scenarios. They reviewed the formation of the negative in the present tense and learned the structure of the `futur proche` (near future) tense, including its negation. The session culminated in preparing for a market role-play, with follow-up homework involving vocabulary documents and practice with the `futur proche`.

Basic Negation with `ne...pas`

French Shop Naming Conventions & Key Vocabulary

French Cheese Culture & Selection

Essential Market Dialogue & Shopping Phrases

Le Futur Proche (The Near Future) in French

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Practical tools used in english classes

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Grammar practice

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Language simulations

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Interactive quizzes

Dynamic english lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Open Q&A

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

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Pets are welcomed

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