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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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 3 days ago

Student and Tutor reviewed the Spanish conditional tense, its distinction from the present and future tenses, and its practical applications. They focused on understanding verb endings, conjugating irregular verbs, and using the conditional for polite requests and giving advice. As homework, the Student was assigned exercises on the conditional and tasked with practicing polite phrases like 'perdón' or 'disculpe' instead of 'lo siento' in public interactions. The next session will include an overview of all previously learned concepts.

Si Clauses with Present Tense for General Truths

Forming the Conditional Tense (El Condicional)

Expressing Hypothetical Situations with the Conditional

Conditional for Polite Requests and Desires

Conditional for Giving Advice and Recommendations

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Student learned 5 days ago

The Student and Tutor practiced forming conditional sentences in Spanish, utilizing present and future tenses, and briefly explored the imperative and conditional moods. They also discussed the critical role of accent marks in distinguishing verb tenses and meanings. The Tutor assigned a practice exercise on conditional sentences for the Student to complete as homework.

Forming Conditional Sentences (If-Then Clauses)

Subjunctive Mood: The Concept of Uncertainty

Understanding the Imperative Mood (Commands)

Introduction to the Simple Conditional Tense

The Critical Role of Accent Marks (Tildes)

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Student learned 10 days ago

Student and Tutor had a Spanish lesson focusing on the future tense. They reviewed regular and irregular verb conjugations, practicing the application of consistent future tense endings to various verbs. The tutor also provided detailed guidance on Spanish pronunciation, particularly concerning silent letters and vowel sounds, and assigned practice exercises for the future tense.

Subject Pronoun Omission in Spanish

Pronunciation Essentials: Syllables and Vowels

Future Tense Endings for Regular Verbs

Spanish Future Tense: Regular Verbs

Irregular Future Tense Verbs

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Student learned 17 days ago

The Student and Tutor reviewed Spanish gerunds with *estar*, focusing on regular and irregular conjugations and their application in practical sentences. They also explored the *seguir* + gerund construction and addressed pronunciation challenges. The next session will introduce the future tense.

The Spanish Present Progressive (Estar + Gerundio)

Irregular Gerunds & Vowel Changes

Expressing "Still Doing" with Seguir + Gerundio

Nuances of Ir and Yendo

Pronunciation of 'G' Sounds with 'U' (Gue/Gui vs. Güe/Güi)

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The Tutor and Student conducted an introductory Spanish session, discussing their backgrounds and the Student's goals for regaining fluency. They explored Spanish idioms, pronunciation rules, and grammatical structures through a literary text. The Tutor outlined a personalized learning plan incorporating music and real-world materials, and the Student indicated a preference for two lessons per week and supplemental vocabulary practice.

Spanish Dialectal Nuances & Learning Resources

Spanish Pronunciation Essentials

Everyday Spanish Idioms & Metaphors

Verb Conjugation & Subject Flexibility

Formal vs. Informal 'You': Tú & Usted

Essential Verbs: Conocer & Deber

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Student learned about 2 months 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.

Forming Spanish Infinitive Verbs

Spanish Articles (The and A)

Cognate Tricks in Spanish

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