Blog Entries - May 2009

Thursday's Links of the Day (May 14)

daniel@sendecki.com — Thu, 14 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

PBS - Online NewsHour Extra: News for Students. For advanced students. This is designed for native-English-speakers. Quotes of the Day (Michael Moncur) Get a few quotations each day. This is designed for native English speakers. RTHK (Hong Kong) - English News Read the scripts that the radio announcers read on the air. Scholastic News Zone Top news stories written for native-English speaking school children. SmartNoise's Idiom of the Day (Denise Daniel & Benjamin Blair) For example, on Octob [...]

Four Tips for Learning English

daniel@sendecki.com — Mon, 11 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

If you have decided that you want to learn English, you are about to start on a fairly difficult journey. While English is one of the most widely spoken languages, particularly in the western hemisphere, it is also one of the most difficult to learn. If you have committed yourself to learning the language, here are some tips you can use to make it a little easier.

Tip 1 - Identify Your Motivation and Desire

Before you start down the path of learning English, make sure you really w [...]

10 Best Ways to Learn English in a Non-English Country

daniel@sendecki.com — Fri, 08 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Even in countries in which English is not the primary language, it is important to learn English for a number of reasons. First of all, many English-speaking individuals tour other countries and they may not speak the native language of that country, so it is necessary for them to speak to others who can speak English. Then again, many wish to learn English because they are hoping to visit or even live in an English-speaking country someday.

However, learning how to speak English [...]

Immersion is the key to learning English!

daniel@sendecki.com — Thu, 07 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

English is a challenging language to learn. Those who try to learn English find that the many grammatically rules are often broken, so the minute you think you have enough knowledge to speak the language well, you come across an exception to the rule. Add to that the fact that people rarely speak English correctly, and you are facing an incredibly tough challenge. The best way to learn English is to immerse yourself in the language. You can use the best online English school, pass every Engli [...]

Thursday's Links of the Day (May 7)

daniel@sendecki.com — Thu, 07 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

SuperKids Word of the Day for SAT Preparation. The word, its definition and an example sentence. (See yesterday's word, too.) Time for Kids - Now in the News (Time Magazine) News written for native English speaking children. Top News Headlines from AP (The Associated Press). A list of clickable headlines. Click the ones you are interested in reading.UniLang.Org's Dailys (Daily Word) (Erik Zidowecki) Bilingual Daily Words - English to Lituanian, Spanish, Tagalog, Russian, ... VOA News in Regular [...]

Learning English Online

daniel@sendecki.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Learning English online can be a very economical and effective way to learn the language. There are numerous websites and software programs that can help you use the computer to learn English. However, you could be wasting your money if you do not find an online English school that has the right properties to help you succeed.

Focuses on Immersion

One feature to look for as you look for a place to learn English online is a focus on immersion. The online teacher should sp [...]

The Difference Between ESL and EFL, or TESOL

daniel@sendecki.com — Tue, 05 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

English as a Second Language, or ESL, has many similarities to English as a Foreign Language, or EFL. In fact, the two types of learning may seem the same to some observers. However, there are some notable differences between these two approaches to learning English. The terms are often used interchangeably, but understanding the differences can help you to be clear when you speak of them. Also, the term Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is sometimes used in place of ESL or [...]

Kids Learn English Language through Interactivity and Colorful Design

daniel@sendecki.com — Mon, 04 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

One of the most important ways to learning and mastering the English Language is to read. It is said that a good reader is also a good writer and a good speaker. One's proficiency in English hinges a lot on his interest and patience in reading.

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One of the most crucial methods in determining and mastering the English Language is to read, read, and read [...]

Feautred Two Lies and a Truth

daniel@sendecki.com — Fri, 01 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Students should play the game in groups of three. A deck of playing cards will sit in the middle of the students on a desk. The first student will draw a card. The student with the card must read the topic on the card to his peers.

The person must then tell three stories about the topic, only one of which is true. Two of the stories would be false and one true. The other two students must [...]

Phrazzleme: A great idea!

daniel@sendecki.com — Fri, 01 May 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Just came across this excellent idea at phrazzleme.com

The idea is to make a phrase and put it on the board for points. The next person puts a phrase using an existing word from the last phrase, like a puzzle! This continues until someone wins!

You learn English because the longer the phrase, the more points you get. You get immediate rewards and this makes you want to learn English and WIN! Up to 7 people can play and you can play at a beginners, intermedi [...]