For this session, I have chosen the book “If… : A mind-bending new way of looking at big ideas and numbers”, written by David J. Smith and illustrated by Steve Adams, published in 2014. This picture book is suitable for older students with intermediate reading abilities. In it, the author uses a combination of engagingContinue reading ““If…” – a picture book session for middle school English Learners”
Author Archives: Simeon Brown
“You know what they say about assuming…”
When it comes to learning a foreign language, you’ve almost certainly heard some of these opinions: “Get them started learning young! Kids learn languages so much more easily than adults.” “You’re lucky that you grew up bilingual, it makes it easier for you to learn other languages now.” “The best way to learn a foreignContinue reading ““You know what they say about assuming…””
Experimental Translanguaging in an English Foreign Language School in Istanbul
an interview with Professors ‘Sena’ and ‘Nur’ What is translanguaging? “Translanguaging” is one of the most exciting concepts in the field of linguistics since Universal Grammar. First theorized in the 1980s by Welsh bilingual educator Ben Williams, it has really gained traction in the last 15 years, largely thanks to the Cuban-American professor of sociolinguisticsContinue reading “Experimental Translanguaging in an English Foreign Language School in Istanbul”
Native English vs. English as a Lingua Franca
History has seen many lingua francas come and go – Koine Greek, Latin, Sanskrit, Old Church Slavonic or the Mediterranean Lingua Franca from where the term gets its name. Today different regions of the world still use lingua francas to facilitate communication between cultures. Mandarin, Urdu and Malay allow millions of people from different partsContinue reading “Native English vs. English as a Lingua Franca”
Leadership and Management Business English Course for Tech Professionals
Mastering Business English is essential for anyone in leadership or management roles.
Business English for IT Course in Riyadh: Essential Skills for Software Engineers
My “Business English for IT” course is tailored for professionals in Saudi software companies and those driving digital transformation.
Basic words and questions about family and relationships in English: How to talk about your relatives when you meet someone new
Check out these vocabulary words and phrases if you are a beginner who wants to talk about family and relationships.
5 Most Famous Places to See in Istanbul
I think my choices for the top 5 most famous places to see in Istanbul are simply obvious, although number 5 may surprise you a bit.
11 Vocabulary Words for Classical Architecture
Learn upper-intermediate vocabulary words to describe classical architecture, including collocations, to prepare for your IELTS exam.
How to beat the heat
“Walking with donkey, it is 3 or 4 days from Abu Dhabi to Ruwais.” I struggle to keep my face straight. I moved to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this year, and I expected it to be the modern paradise everyone sees in pictures of Dubai. Instead, I find myself in the middle of theContinue reading “How to beat the heat”
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