THINGS TO CHECK WHEN WRITING

In class today we checked some of the most common mistakes you make when writing. You can have a look at them below. Try to remember next time!!

WRITING TIPS

On their second day in class, my CALC students took a test on reading, listening and writing skills. I am really proud of their final score when reading... but I´m afraid their writing results were not very good. So, here are some tips for them to follow and get a successful piece of writing. 

I´m looking forward to your wonderful works of art!!

OUR FIRST DAY IN CLASS

On our first day in class, we learned a lot about each other, met a lot of different people and also found out a lot of things about the teacher!!!

Here are some other things that we did:

SONG: LET HER GO (by Passenger)

Michael David Rosenber (born 17 May 1984), better known by his stage name Passenger, is an English folk-rock singer-songwriter. Previously the main vocalist and songwriter of Passenger, he opted to keep the band´s name for his solo work after the band dissolved in 2009. 

We listened to his most successful single in class, "Let her go", which has topped the charts in many countries. Now you can listen to it as many times as you want!!!

WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER?

Our first class at school included a quick competition in groups about what students remembered from previous grammar and vocabulary.

What was your final score? Did you get 20 points? If not, please consider revising basic concepts from Basic 2!!

HI THERE AGAIN....... WELCOME TO THE NEW COURSE!!

Here are the documents we discussed in class on our first day. Hope they help you get started. You can have a look at the presentation below and also, click here to view the document I gave you in class in case you missed it!!

Please, let me know if there is anything on which you would like more information.... and just enjoy the course!!

EXAM DATES

Here are the exam dates in June. I will let you know as soon as I get the oral exam list with times and names!!! That is why it is very important for you not to miss the blog updates! For more information on exams, have a look at the EOI website.

ORAL EXAM COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The oral exam is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge, your speaking skills, as well as your ability to communicate.Take good advantage of it and make an amazing impression!!

Before the exam practice you should try working with classmates or practising in front of a mirror. It will help you to evaluate yourself and gain self-confidence. If you find yourself anxious, take several slow, deep breaths to relax and don't talk about the test to other students just before entering the room. Remember that their anxiety can be contagious!!

When taking the exam do not forget to correct yourself if you make any mistakes and always keep eye contact with your partner. Finally, remind yourself that you are well-prepared and are going to do well.

I have added a couple of documents with useful phrases and expressions that you can use if you want to have some extra practice with a classmate or with yourself, so don´t miss the entry below:

USEFUL PHRASES FOR THE ORAL TEST

My intermediate level students are taking their ORAL TEST at school next week. Here are some very interesting documents for you. Useful phrases and expressions you can use in the oral exam, guys!! Hope they help you improve your oral skills and good luck!! Just don´t panic!!

Useful phrases for your oral test from melisa

and just in case you might find it interesting to work harder on your monologues and how to structure them, click here to find some useful tips.

FEBRUARY EXAM DATES

Group	Time	Listening & Reading	Writing	Speaking
IN-NI2-1	9:00	Friday 31 Jan	Tuesday 4 Feb	Wednesday 5 Feb Friday 7 Feb Tuesday 11 Feb
IN-NI2-2	10:30	Friday 31 Jan	Tuesday 4 Feb	Wednesday 5 Feb Friday 7 Feb Tuesday 11 Feb
IN-NI2-9	20:00	Thursday 30 Jan	Monday 3 Feb	Wednesday 5 Feb Thursday 6 Feb Monday 10 Feb

CHRISTMAS HOMEWORK

Christmas time has come... but not the time to forget your English!!! Just in case you feel like it, here are my reminders you can't. This is your Christmas homework this year:

Writing assignment_A restaurant review_Click here to have a look at some samples before writing yours!!
Workbook_ pag. 19 exercises 3, 4, 5 / pag. 20 exercises 3,4

Revise health vocabulary and click here to surf a very interesting web on it!!

Wish you all a very happy Chritsmas!!

READING LIST

As you all know, every year at school there is a list of suggested readers that you can use to improve your English. Remember that everytime you read a new book you can send me a reading report to correct!!

Hope you enjoy your reading... I´m looking forward to your reports!!

WELCOME TO A NEW COURSE!!

Here is the document we discussed in class.. hopes it help you get started... Welcome to a new course!!