I was hoping that the economy would have improved this year, but unfortunately, it didn’t, so at least until the end of NEXT YEAR – December 2026, ive reduced class prices 20%! Visit the website to learn more about me and P and C Advanced English – what is offered and how to participate inContinue reading “Class Price Reduction!”
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Two More Words Pronounced Differently…
… and you thought read and read were the only two? Sorry. This is English! In this case, one is a noun, the other a verb – in past tense; Ya got the pronunciation yet? Practice here; Merriam-Webster’s definition of “dove”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dove Here’s one you may not think about. Content: There are two ways toContinue reading “Two More Words Pronounced Differently…”
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Yeah, I know, I’m late for that, but as I’ve heard, it’s “Better late than never!’ Any who, here’s a wee reminder that learning from a human, no matter what language you want to learn, is your best choice! I teach mainly in online classes! So no matter where you are, you can and willContinue reading “BOO!”
Want to Know What to Expect Learning Here?
It’s so easy! Learn at YOUR time; Ask questions until you understand; Laugh comfortably, or not – your choice; … no matter what, just learn. The photo below is a copy of my table of contents in my website – https://pandcae.data.blog Come and visit the site, and contact me ,if you’re interested! Solo and groupContinue reading “Want to Know What to Expect Learning Here?”
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Here Are Some of the Best Reasons to Study English Here!
This is a short, but very informative post: Unless you are a “Supreme Being”, you’re not going to know everything, but this is one of the joys of learning, knowing and using English! Purposely using and understanding it in humor, sarcasm or just in regular reading and speech! Do you know what sarcasm is? No?Continue reading “Here Are Some of the Best Reasons to Study English Here!”
Come! Learn Advanced English Online!
Just you? Have a group? No matter! Here is where you want to learn! IELTS, or TOEFL, both are taught here! Ask as many questions as you need to understand your studies. Prepare to communicate with native English speakers! Many people worldwide speak a little English, but be able to have meaningful conversations with native’sContinue reading “Come! Learn Advanced English Online!”
That Name Says Male or Female?
My wife and I have a cute little female dog – one of two – and of course we had to name it. My wife named the first dog, so this one became my turn to give a name. Long story short, I called out a few names to see which caught her attention. SheContinue reading “That Name Says Male or Female?”
Let’s Look at a Word We Use Often, but Probably Don’t Understand Well
What’s the word? We use it a lot in various situations and conversations, and although many of us do not care, is it a noun, a verb, an adjective, or something else? Well, let’s look! First example: the tide of public opinion Second example: The boat got swept away in the tide. So, what part of a sentence is the word? You don’t know, orContinue reading “Let’s Look at a Word We Use Often, but Probably Don’t Understand Well”
Critical Thinking, part 2 of 2
Here’s a little, yet important something I forgot to post yesterday on the subject of critical thinking. I shared yesterdays post with a student of mine, and he asked what the secrets are, the ones mentioned in the video. I found something – linked below. What are some value’s that you know or believe toContinue reading “Critical Thinking, part 2 of 2”
Augment and Critical Thinking. What Do These Have to do With English?
Separately or together? How or even why, why would you want to separate the two? Let’s take a look at the word augment from a dictionaries point of view. Remember, read the whole definition: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “augment”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/augment Okay, augment what? Something many, I dare say, most people never learned, let alone, apply. Okay,Continue reading “Augment and Critical Thinking. What Do These Have to do With English?”
Which is the Best and Easiest Way to Learn?
Honestly, there is NO one way that’s best for everyone! Some people need an orderly, no-nonsense learning style; others a more relaxed, a non confrontational style, and while there are others, this one is my favorite – the non confrontational but humorous style. I think, I believe and have proven that when a teacher presentsContinue reading “Which is the Best and Easiest Way to Learn?”
Learning from AI and From Humans, in short, Which is Better?
There is an on going debate about which is the better way to learn English/languages. Here, I have provided you with a few videos which I hope will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages. Continue to learn more: Another… Here is a video that’s explaining what I told you last week. AI will notContinue reading “Learning from AI and From Humans, in short, Which is Better?”
AI, Better for Learning? Here Are a Few Videos to Help You Consider
Here is some (or a lot of) information for you to consider; Learning from AI is learning from a reflection – a mirror: AI thwarts a persons ability to think – AI can do things for you, but people are lazy when someone, something can do it for them. How can AI teach us howContinue reading “AI, Better for Learning? Here Are a Few Videos to Help You Consider”
What Makes a Great Teacher? How Much Do You Learn from Your Teacher?
What does one learn from a teacher? Ummm… let’s see… The subject… How to use the subject matter in the real world… How to communicate with others, especially in the subject studied… This list is long. The teachers and university professors that influenced me the most were the ones that were approachable – those whoContinue reading “What Makes a Great Teacher? How Much Do You Learn from Your Teacher?”
What is Critical Thinking?
Many years ago, I had to take a class to teach in a Mexican school. One of the things the instructor said in the class was that the level of education from K to 12 was great; afterward K thru 12, the level went down, but he didn’t know why. This past weekend, this subjectContinue reading “What is Critical Thinking?”
Are You Discombobulated? Before You Answer, Which is It? Tear or Tear?
I used to laugh at the word, ‘discombobulate’, even the past tense version, ‘discombobulated’. It sounded so weird, so I eventually looked up the word so I’d understand how to use it. Before we get into the pronunciation and meaning of that word, let’s get into a word AI usually gets wrong, which is oneContinue reading “Are You Discombobulated? Before You Answer, Which is It? Tear or Tear?”
How Two Little Slashes Change the Pronunciation and Meaning of a Word
Beside changing the pronunciation and its meaning, one is a verb, the other is a noun. Just two slashes, this is all it takes! Alright, let’s give you an example: “Hurry up! Resume typing your résumé.” Let’s go American first; Merriam-Webster’s definition of “resume“: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resume Merriam-Webster’s definition of “résumé“: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/résumé … or very happy! 😁Continue reading “How Two Little Slashes Change the Pronunciation and Meaning of a Word”
Simple Words, Not So Simple to Pronounce or Understand and of Course, More
Here are a couple of words we as people get wrong on occasion, but AI seems to constantly get wrong, in pronunciation: • Bow • Bow • Bow “Please tie a bow on the gift!” “Play the cello with the bow.” “Before you spar in martial arts, it’s respectful to bow.” “To shoot an arrow,Continue reading “Simple Words, Not So Simple to Pronounce or Understand and of Course, More”
Wound or Wound? Which is it? Refuse or Refuse? Also, Which One? & More!
We’re back to words spelled the same, pronounced differently and that have different meanings! I like audio books! Why? The stories are very nice and my mind creates the scenery. However, the stories are told via AI, which pronounces certain words incorrectly, such as the ones in the title. If you don’t know the words,Continue reading “Wound or Wound? Which is it? Refuse or Refuse? Also, Which One? & More!”
Today, We Explore the Variances of One Word, Live
Without a context, you really don’t know which version of the word I intended. Was I using it as a verb, an adjective, or an adverb? “Live, from New York!” “He was reporting live, and it was a lively report. Everyone was talking with great feeling!” “She lived a very nice life.” Here, read theContinue reading “Today, We Explore the Variances of One Word, Live”
Oooo! I Forgot Another Word Sounding Like Air! English Accents and More
Well it’s Monday, thus we start another work week! Starting with the word I forgot, the one that sounds like air; The prince is heir to the throne. Merriam-Webster’s definition of “heir”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heir Let’s put aside the words that sound similar for a moment and move onto a word you’re likely to hear and orContinue reading “Oooo! I Forgot Another Word Sounding Like Air! English Accents and More”
While Visiting the Area Named Ayr, a Man Was Speaking to Us with an Air of Superiority from the Town Dais
Well, another Friday has befallen us! Now it’s time for at least a little fun! But before you have too much fun (is that possible nowadays?), here’s a few things to help you through your weekend! Here’s a word we’re all familiar with – air. The problem with understanding this word is simple – itContinue reading “While Visiting the Area Named Ayr, a Man Was Speaking to Us with an Air of Superiority from the Town Dais”
Hi! Are You High? and a Few More Words You Should Know
Hi! I was to post something yesterday, but life got in the way of creativity 😖 Any who… Since I’m catching up from yesterday, let’s just dive into an English word salad. Starting from the title: Merriam-Webster’s definition of “hi”: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hi … not to be confused with, i.e., don’t capitalize both letters unless…; Merriam-Webster’s definitionContinue reading “Hi! Are You High? and a Few More Words You Should Know”
What’s the Benefits of Writing in English Daily? Mean vs. Mien – the Difference’s & more
Well, it’s Monday – again😋 I have a few things for you today, mostly beneficial for you… others? 🤔 So what ya think? Let’s get started? Cool! Here are two words, spelled differently, they have very different meanings that you should know, but their pronunciation is the same – welcome to English! So, what areContinue reading “What’s the Benefits of Writing in English Daily? Mean vs. Mien – the Difference’s & more”
The Correct Pronunciation; How to ACQUIRE Language and More (of course!)
Whew! It’s been a long week! So, below are a few things you need to know – why? Because you know them, but as you’ve been told, and you’ve accepted them as the only way to know and understand them. Of course, I’m here with proof otherwise! Here’s a word you see and occasionally use,Continue reading “The Correct Pronunciation; How to ACQUIRE Language and More (of course!)”
New Classroom, Updated Information and Easy to Learn?
I decided on a classroom! First, I really like Teachmint, so I really have nothing bad to say about their services in general. I was with them years ago, but they had a change I didn’t like. As we all know, life changes often, so I needed a new classroom and after looking around, IContinue reading “New Classroom, Updated Information and Easy to Learn?”
Hello! This is Just a Greeting, & a Wee Bit More!
For many, this is a reintroduction, but no matter which you are, this impromtu video is just to introduce me, my classes and a basic all learners should know. No need to be lengthy here, just watch then contact me. Let’s get you started on being your best!
A Seasoning vs. a Measurement?
Actually, both can be measured. While in a general sense, unless one of these words is pronounced correctly, if one doesn’t hear this letter, the meaning is lost, or confused. Let me give you a very short example; ‘It’s time to add thyme to the pot.’ Most everyone knows what time is; Merriam-Webster’s definition ofContinue reading “A Seasoning vs. a Measurement?”
P and C Advanced English taught by K. William Spencer 