"CAFÉ CON LETRAS" IN THE LIBRARY!

Hi everybody!!

Today we had our last class before Christmas... and I didn't want you to go on your holiday without a very nice image of our lessons in your hearts... because, as you all know, a picture is worth a thousand words.

For those of you who missed the class, we talked a lot about our favourite books and spent a good time in the library with a very hot cup of delicious coffee... next time think twice before you play truant!!

LEARNING THE PARTS OF THE BODY IS "FUN"TASTIC

My CALC students are learning how to describe someone's appearance in English. They are working hard on vocabulary and expressions to talk about someone's physical description. Here is the result of their tough work!! I'm really proud of their job!! Judge for yourselves!!

TOP 5 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!!

 

Top 5 writing tips from Paula Gómez

ME IN TWELVE WORDS!!

My CALC students and I spent part of our first class today trying to get to know each other a little bit!! They learned a few things about me, my life, my family.... "Me in 12 words":

They did a great job finding out the right questions for the words above.

1. What's my name?

2. When was I born?

3. What time do I usually get up?

4. What´s my eldest son´s name?

5. When did I start teaching English at the school?

6. Which sport do I hate the most?

7. Where did I go on holiday last summer?

8. How many children do I have?

9. Where do I live?

10. What do I like doing at the weekends?

11. What colour is my car?

12. Do I like my job?

Now it's high time I get to know my students a bit better. I would like them to write their 12 words in the comments below.  Then, the rest of the class can just try to guess the questions!! Do you feel like playing the game again? 

YOU IN 12 WORDS: Write your words in the comments below!!

WELCOME!!

Hi everybody!!

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 download a very interesting document with some more information on the course, just in case you missed our first class!!

Please, let me know if there is anything you would like to find out about.... and just enjoy the course!! Comments are also welcome!!

Presentación 15 16 from Paula Gómez

THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!

Look at what I got from some of my CALC students. I really appreciate the hours they dedicated to English learning and wish them all good luck in the exam!! I am the one who should be really grateful for their hard work and dedication!! These are the moments that make me feel proud of being a teacher!!!

Thank you all!!

SOME TIPS FOR THE ORAL EXAM

The oral exam is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their knowledge and ability to communicate. Take good advantage of it and make an amazing impression!!

Before the exam 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 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!! You can use this online voice recorder to practise at home in advance.

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. I hope they help you improve your oral skills. Good luck!! Just don´t panic!!

Useful phrases for your oral test 

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.

FIRST TERM EXAM DATES

My intensive course students know that exam time is coming. Here are the dates!! Don´t forget to write your name on the oral exam list in class, as usual. Good luck, everyone!!

Group	Time	Listening + Reading	Writing+ Speaking	Speaking
2º Intermedio Intensivo	10:00	Wednesday 25 March	Thursday 26 March	Friday 27 March

MATRÍCULA LIBRE

This is for my CALC students!!!

LEARNING THE PARTS OF THE BODY AND HAVING LOTS OF FUN

We had a great time learning the parts of the body in class. Here are some pictures of the activity!! My INTENSIVE COURSE students are doing a great job!! Can you see how concentrated they are??

WELCOME TO A NEW COURSE!!

I would like to give a warm welcome to all my INTENSIVE course students. They are joining the course: INTERMEDIO 2 and heading to CERTIFICACIÓN exams!! How brave!!

Here is the document we discussed in class - just in case you couldn´t come - and in the presentation below students will find very useful information about the course. I do hope they enjoy the course as much as my other intermediate students are doing at the moment. Don´t forget that you can use the blog to catch up and get in touch with our small learning community.

See you all in class!!

OUR COOK BOOK

Here is the Cook Book I have designed with all the recipes my CALC students have sent me by email. Thanks to all of them for their hard work. I will definitely try some of the dishes!! What about you? Would you like to become chefs for just one day? Please, let me know if you do. Send me the pictures of your wonderful recipes!! I´ll be looking forward to them.