Matthew Osborne

Strengthen grammar and confidence with immersive Spanish sessions led by a Liverpool University tutor

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Matthew Osborne

Bachelors degree

/ 55 min

About your spanish tutor

I'm Matthew Osborne, a passionate Spanish tutor with over 5 years of experience. My journey with Spanish began during my Bachelors studies, where I delved deep into the language and its nuances. Specializing in Spanish for kids, beginners, and intermediate learners, I offer personalized classes tailored to your level and pace. My classes go beyond textbooks; I provide a cultural immersion experience, blending career guidance with conversational practice. Through role-playing scenarios and pronunciation coaching, I ensure you grasp the language authentically. Whether you need help with homework, test prep strategies, or vocabulary building, I've got you covered. From Spanish literature to business Spanish, my expertise spans various subjects to cater to diverse interests. I create a supportive space for you to explore Travel Spanish, hone your conversational skills, and delve into the beauty of Spanish literature. If you have special needs, rest assured that I am here to support you every step of the way. Let's embark on this exciting journey together, where learning Spanish is not just a task but a delightful adventure waiting to unfold. Book your classes today and let's unlock the world of Spanish language and culture!

Matthew graduated from University of Liverpool

Matthew graduated from University of Liverpool
Matthew graduated from University of Liverpool

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Cultural immersion

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Spanish classes highlights

My teaching approach is centered around creating an interactive and engaging learning environment. I focus on fostering dialogue, enhancing listening comprehension, honing writing skills, immersing students in the culture, and emphasizing grammar. I specialize in teaching a variety of Spanish subjects, including Travel Spanish, Conversational Spanish, Spanish Literature, and Business Spanish. To make learning effective and enjoyable, I leverage a wide array of tech tools such as interactive platforms, educational apps, and multimedia resources. I follow a comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet the needs of over 100 students, including Spanish for kids, beginners, and intermediate learners. With a background in Spanish and Chinese languages, I draw from diverse teaching methods to address the unique challenges of language learning. I adapt my teaching to suit individual interests and learning styles, encouraging students to explore Spanish through various avenues like literature, cinema, and more. My aim is to keep classes dynamic and stimulating, ensuring that students of all levels and ages find the learning process rewarding and enriching.

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Spanish concepts taught by Matthew

Student learned 17 days ago

The class reviewed Spanish cognate tricks, focusing on word formation from English to Spanish and the use of definite and indefinite articles. The tutor also demonstrated how to derive Spanish infinitive verbs from English nouns, laying the groundwork for sentence construction.

Cognate Tricks in Spanish

Forming Spanish Infinitive Verbs

Spanish Articles (The and A)

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Student learned 2 months ago

Student and Tutor reviewed the Spanish verb "estar," focusing on its conjugation and usage with adjectives to describe temporary states, conditions, and locations. They practiced identifying correct adjective-noun agreement and differentiating "estar" from "ser" in the context of relationships. The tutor also briefly addressed the use of accents in Spanish and Catalan.

Spanish Accent Marks (Tildes)

Temporary vs. Permanent States (Estar)

Adjective Agreement with 'Estar'

Vocabulary: Specific Spanish Words

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Student learned 3 months ago

The session focused on Spanish grammar, specifically Indirect and Direct Object Pronouns and their use in sentences, especially with the verb *dar* in the past tense. The student practiced translating sentences and identifying pronouns, and also began to explore a song to apply their knowledge to real-world examples. The student was assigned to further analyze the song lyrics, focusing on identifying and understanding various grammar points.

Spanish Pronoun Usage: 'Le' and 'Lo'

The Personal 'A'

Irregular Verbs in Spanish: 'Saber' and 'Ir'

Spanish Past Tenses: Imperfect vs. Preterite

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Student learned 3 months ago

The class focused on the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar,' explaining their distinct uses for permanent versus temporary states, locations, and characteristics. The tutor and student practiced differentiating between these verbs through examples and exercises, with a plan to send further practice materials.

Ser vs. Estar: The Two "To Be" Verbs

Pronouns and Their Role in Verbs

The Impersonal 'Se'

Distinguishing 'Hay' and 'Estar'

Word Order and Pronoun Placement

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Student learned 3 months ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish pronouns and verb conjugations, focusing on the differences between subject and object pronouns, the use of infinitive verbs, and the functions of prepositions and conjunctions. They practiced sentence construction and pronoun usage, with plans to further explore verbs like 'ser' and 'estar' in upcoming sessions.

Distinguishing 'Tener' and 'Haber'

Informal vs. Formal 'You': Tú vs. Usted

The Versatile Preposition 'De'

The Function of 'Que' in Spanish

Pronouns: Yo

Él/Ella

Nosotros

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Student learned 4 months ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed Spanish verb conjugations for -ER and -IR verbs, focusing on present tense forms and irregular verbs like 'apagar' and 'poder'. They practiced constructing sentences using prepositions to describe location and introduced the concept of expressing ability with 'poder'. Future sessions will build upon these grammatical structures.

Spanish Verb Endings: -AR

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Spanish Verb Conjugation: -ER Verbs (e.g.

Beber)

Spanish Verb Conjugation: -IR Verbs (e.g.

Vivir)

Spanish Verb Conjugation: -AR Verbs (e.g.

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Phonetic drills

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Writing prompts

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Speech recognition

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Interactive quizzes

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Note taking

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