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Thanks for the info. I'll check it out; hopefully I'll have time.

Hi, I had never heard of a Google coop before this, but it looks interesting.

Can you give some idea of what a volunteer would do?







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I've had similar issues with Korean and Japanese students. I'm surprised a Mexican student would have this issue - the sounds in Spanish are not so different from the sounds in English. I'd say first an attitude change is required - he must understand that he CAN do it, but it'll take time, probably...

You could get some reference notes printed in braille. I think you'll be able to find someone who can do that.

Hi, I have two thoughts. First, why don't you explain to them exactly why you would like them to be more vocal in class and let them know that it is not rude to talk in this kind of lesson. Second, why not take a task-based approach; it's really suitable for BE. For example, you could have a mock me...

I have to plan my own (speaking/listening)curriculum from scratch as there are no course books. I think it's fair to plan a speaking curriculum form scratch, but for listening they should provide you with some CDs. Anyway, how about topics like: mysteries of the world (UFOs, ghosts), football and o...

I'd be interested in hearing from people who don't use a coursebook when they teach. What do you use instead, especially if you have few resources at hand?

Also what would make coursebook-haters change their minds and use one?






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Hi Barnis, Perhaps you can clarify what you're looking for. The software you mentioned seems like it's for testing purposes. Is that what you're looking for? Or software for kids? for adults? You can use my (free) site for interactive grammar practice: www.roadtogrammar.com It's pretty comprehensive...

I think Arial is always good. Trebuchet MS is good for title lines or larger text. By the way, Arab students tend to scan words the wrong way subconsciously (cos Arabic goes right to left), so it's useful for them to do eye-scanning exercises similar to what people do on speed-reading courses. Have ...

gyudon OR beef bowl 1. Have you heard this term? 2. Have you ever eaten it? 3. Is it common in English-speaking countries? 4. If so, which term do you use? Sorry, Itasan, this kind of food isn't common in English-speaking countries. Japanese restaurants in the US usually specialise in Teriyaki, Sus...

Hi Darren

You're right about the meaning. As for the origin, who knows, but my imagination tells me that it originated from a farmer - an apple farmer - an apple farmer from Texas (hence 'them apples' instead of those apples).

Does that sound about right?








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And I think it's okay to use 'If it wasn't for...' It sounds less formal, more comfortable. What do you think?








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Hi Erica, I think there's a separate forum for this.

You've got nothing to lose.

I agree with tigertiger, most companies don't like to deal with individuals. However, it is easy enough to register a company, print up some cards... it will give a better impression.







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I'm also based in Kuala Lumpur, believe it or not. I'm currently in Penang with a group of 20 Indonesian teachers, and it's true, they are below the level necessary for a tertiary programme.