Karine Longis McMillan
Hands-on ESL tutor with creative, engaging, problem-solving strategies




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Karine Longis McMillan
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Your english tutor - Karine
Hello! I'm Karine Longis McMillan, a Doctorate degree holder specializing in Psychology in Education from France. I also have a Teaching degree from Ireland and a Masters in Eduction from England. With a passion for teaching English, I offer tutoring in ESL, IELTS, and English for students of all levels. I currently reside in France with my family. I have been teaching for over 16 years and I love what I do. I have worked on different continents and with people of different age and from different professional background. My teaching philosophy centers around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel motivated to excel. I believe in personalized learning to cater to individual needs and learning styles. Through interactive and practical lessons, I aim to enhance not only language skills but also critical thinking and communication abilities. Let's embark on a journey of language learning together! We can talk about daily activities, travelling or focus more a professional approach. You tell me what you need and I work to help you achieve your goals without any kind of stress on your parts. I am also very flexible in the hours I work. So do not hesitate to contact me!
Meet Karine
Karine graduated from UWE Bristol


English tutor specialities
Writing assistance
Grammar fundamentals
Test prep strategies
Test prep
Listening skill
A-Levels (UK)
Real world application
Accent coaching
Speaking fluency
AI modules
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Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Learning Disabilities
English for adults
English for kids
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English classes quick guide
As an ESL, IELTS, and English tutor, I cater to students of all levels by providing interactive, creative, engaging, and practical teaching methods. I believe in hands-on learning and problem-solving to help students grasp concepts effectively. By incorporating literary analysis and effective communication strategies, I focus on enhancing reading comprehension skills. Through creative writing assignments and projects, I encourage students to think critically and improve their communication skills. I provide constructive feedback with personalized comments to highlight strengths and areas for improvement in essays. My approach is designed to enhance your overall communication skills and critical thinking abilities. With the right teaching methods, I can create an enjoyable and productive classroom experience for you where you can learn important academic and social skills to last a lifetime. There are many frameworks that I could use to support you with different interests, abilities and learning styles. I believe that by using the right strategies, I can instill values of respect, empathy and cultural sensitivity into our meetings. I also use teaching methods to prepare you for standardized testing.
Karine - also teaches
IELTS
English

English concepts taught by Karine
The Student and Tutor reviewed the distinction between the French verbs "savoir" and "connaître." They practiced vocabulary related to various fruits and discussed traditional French regional dishes and holiday desserts, providing cultural context for their preparation and consumption.
Stages of a Homicide Investigation
Savoir vs. Connaître: The Nuances of "To Know" in French
Quince (Coing): A Traditional French Fruit
French Traditional Winter Cuisine: Comfort & Celebration
French Vocabulary for Fruits and Trees
The Student and Tutor practiced formulating and answering a variety of conversational questions in French, focusing on everyday interactions and personal interests. They reinforced grammar points such as question formation, verb conjugations, and appropriate vocabulary for topics like hobbies, holidays, and preferences. The session aimed to build the Student's confidence in engaging in natural dialogues, and they plan to continue with more questions next week.
Forming Questions: Est-ce que & Inversion
Possessive Adjectives & Direct Object Pronouns
Expressing Frequency and Time
Key Interrogative Words
Essential Conversational Verbs & Responses
Student and Tutor discussed the implications of CCTV cameras, debating the balance between public security and individual privacy. They explored how surveillance technology, including AI, impacts societal freedoms and discussed various real-world applications and global comparisons. The session also touched on personal responsibility versus state control over individual choices.
Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Basics
AI in Surveillance & Evasion Tactics
Individual Liberty vs. State Regulation
The Surveillance Dilemma: Privacy vs. Security
Student and Tutor continued reading "The Little Prince," focusing on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar from Chapter 3. The session included explanations of French tenses, adjective agreement, and the literary themes of the text. For the next session, the Student requested to focus specifically on French grammar.
French Past Tenses: Imparfait & Passé Simple
French Pronunciation Essentials
Possessive Adjectives vs. Pronouns
Adjective Agreement: Vowel/Consonant Rules
Relative Pronoun `Qui` & Adverbial `Dont`
Thematic Insights: Adult vs. Child Perception
The Student and Tutor focused on English grammar and vocabulary, specifically practicing the formation of adjectives from nouns and verbs. They completed exercises distinguishing adjectives used for people versus places/things, and discussed the proper application of '-full' and '-less' suffixes. The session also included a vocabulary activity identifying common travel items.
Understanding -ful and -less Suffixes
Adjective Formation: Describing People
Adjective Formation: Describing Places & Things
The Student and Tutor worked on planning a discursive essay in French about technology, covering introduction strategies, key vocabulary for pros and cons, and sentence structures. They also reviewed basic French verb conjugation and discussed incorporating transitional phrases. The Student will complete the first draft, and the next session will focus on pronunciation and reviewing corrections.
Crafting a Discursive Essay in French
French Verb Groups: Conjugation Foundations
Mastering Essential Irregular Verbs: Être
Avoir
Aller
Building Arguments & Linking Ideas for Essays
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Quizzes
Grammar practice
Phonetic drills
Translation tools
Language simulations
Presentations
Interactive quizzes
Engaging english lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
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