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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Homework help

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Listening skill

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Speaking fluency

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Grammar fundamentals

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Learning Disabilities

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ESL for kids

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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ESL for beginners

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ESL for advanced

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ESL for intermediate

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ESL for adults

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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

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 2 days ago

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')

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Student learned 2 days ago

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'

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Student learned 2 days ago

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

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Student learned 3 days ago

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

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Student learned 4 days ago

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

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Student learned 4 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed French vocabulary and grammar, with a focus on practical application and contextual understanding. The discussion also broadened to explore socio-economic issues in the US, particularly concerning homelessness and legal rights.

Skid Row and Homelessness in America

Fourth Amendment Protections for the Unhoused

Socioeconomic Disparities and "Survivor's Guilt"

Urban Planning and Community Development

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Practical tools used in english classes

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Grammar practice

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Interactive quizzes

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Language simulations

Dynamic english lessons

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Record lessons

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Weekend lessons

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