Tips to Improve Your Spoken English

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Mike

There are many things you can do to improve your spoken English. Here are some quick tips that will help you speak confidently and correctly:

Slow Your Speech Down

Every language has its own rhythm and intonation. If you speak too quickly and use the wrong intonation and rhythm, native speakers will struggle to understand you. There is a strong tendency for speakers of English as a second language to import the music and rhythm of their primary language into their use of English. Immersing yourself in the sound of English will help you to avoid this. Continue reading →

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Your World Will Expand With Another Language

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Mike

The importance of language learning may sometimes be disregarded. Unfortunately, many people believe than speaking only one language is enough, and don’t realize that in the era of globalisation we can’t afford to limit ourselves to only one means of communication. Continue reading →

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WordStash

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Mike

Would you like to improve your English vocabulary? Chances are if you are reading this article it will be one of your goals. Well here is a new free resource for you called WordStash.  Which in my opinion is ideal for developing vocabulary for English conversation.

Here is what the creator of this great English learning resource has to say about his product: Continue reading →

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ESL Games Online

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Mike

Have you tried the resources for  free ESL games online at ESL Games World.  Well if you are a student or teacher of English then this site has some great free games to make learning not only easy but great fun too. Continue reading →

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How to Master English Grammar

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Mike

The following is a guest post by Mike Shelby.

In my view learning English grammar in the following sequence ensures firm solid thorough knowledge of English grammar:

  1. 1. Read a short clear easily understandable explanation of a grammar rule.
  2. 2. Study several practical usage examples (sentences) illustrating that particular grammar rule. Check yourself whether you have mastered the examples.
  3. 3. Do several exercises for that rule with communicative content (with sentences that most likely can be used in real life situations). Continue reading →
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