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




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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


English tutor specialities
Homework help
Listening skill
Speaking fluency
Grammar fundamentals
AI modules
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15-days refund
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1-yr validity
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Student types for english classes
Learning Disabilities
ESL for kids
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
ESL for beginners
ESL for advanced
ESL for intermediate
ESL for adults
Home schooled
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
English Listening
English Speaking
English Grammar & Vocabulary
Conversational English
Travel English

ESL concepts taught by Karine
The Student and Tutor extensively reviewed the French pronouns 'y' and 'en', along with complex relative pronouns like 'dont', 'où', and 'lequel'. They also covered adjective placement rules using the 'Brag' mnemonic and briefly touched on the subjunctive mood. The session concluded with plans to practice these grammar points and review additional topics in future lessons.
Relative Pronouns 'qui' and 'que'
Pronouns 'en'
Pronoun 'y'
Complex Relative Pronouns (e.g.
'lequel'
'dont')
The tutor and student reviewed the French pronouns 'y' and 'en', focusing on their usage to replace prepositional phrases, places, quantities, and noun phrases. They practiced constructing sentences using these pronouns, particularly in affirmative and negative forms, and discussed related vocabulary and cultural aspects of French life.
Pronoun Replacement with 'le'
Using 'il y a' and its Replacements
Pronoun Replacement with 'en'
Pronoun Replacement with 'y'
The Tutor and Student reviewed the grammar of the third conditional, focusing on its structure (past perfect + would have + past participle) and its use for discussing past hypothetical situations and regrets. The Student practiced forming and using the third conditional through various exercises, including sentence completion and transforming past events into conditional statements.
Past Perfect Tense in Conditionals
Third Conditional Structure and Usage
Conditional Sentences in English
'Would Have' + Past Participle
The tutor and student worked through French vocabulary related to various crimes and criminal activities, practicing their usage in sentences and applying grammatical concepts like the passé composé. They also began exploring vocabulary for crime investigation and the nuances of French grammar, with plans to further practice these areas in the next session.
Crime Vocabulary
Verb Tenses: Passé Composé in Crime Context
Legal Roles and Processes
Methods of Crime and Violence
Grammar: Masculine and Feminine Nouns
The Student and Tutor worked on French language skills for a proficiency test, focusing on vocabulary expansion, pronunciation refinement, and grammatical accuracy in sentence construction. They practiced conversational elements, question formation, and the use of advanced tenses like the conditional, with the student aiming for more frequent lessons to enhance their preparation.
French Pronunciation Rules
Formulating Questions in French
Verb Tenses and Usage
Vocabulary Expansion Strategies
Skid Row and Homelessness in America
Fourth Amendment Protections for the Unhoused
Socioeconomic Disparities and "Survivor's Guilt"
Urban Planning and Community Development
Practical tools used in english classes
Grammar practice
Interactive quizzes
Language simulations
Dynamic english lessons
Record lessons
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Parent feedback
Open Q&A

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