Discussing How Artificial Intelligence Will Develop in 2026   1. In what ways might the AI trend develop in 2026? In 2026, the development of the AI trend is likely to be both profound and multifaceted, influencing various aspects of daily life, industry, and ethical considerations. As technological advancements accelerate, AI systems are expected to […]

Today’s lesson is about understanding text and then asking significant questions to gain further understanding.  Student Instructions:  Read a section and then ask your teacher two questions about the section to further your understanding of the topic. The questions should be about historical context. If there are new words in the text please ask about

Here are 20 simple conversation starters that you can use to start a conversation in English. During our lesson today you with lead the conversation with your English teacher. 1. Hello! How are you today? 2. What did you do today? Where did you go? 3. Where were you born?  What is the name of

Below are two BBC links regarding two controversial stories this week. We will read 10 minutes of each story and the discuss and comment on each story. What we know about Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting 1).  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqjg22rey0lo Australia’s social media ban for children has left big tech scrambling 2).  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce86381p70eo  

Today’s lesson is about understanding how to use vocabulary specifically without repeating one’s self when speaking or writing.  I want you to read the text until you reach a word highlighted in bold text. Below the paragraph you will find a list of the ten words with alternatives you could use instead of the word

It’s true, discussing the weather is an English past time. It’s almost obligatory to discuss how bad the weather is when an Englishman meets another Englishman. Even if its a beautiful day. It will either be too hot, too cold, too wet or any other negative you can think of. Introduction: The English obsession with

Introduction to making a passive income: Definition: A passive income is where people make money in a passive way. Meaning that once it is set up a minimum of work is required to maintain it. https://www.fiverr.com/s/8z89ZXv ENGLISH LESSONS Are you looking for ways to generate income without constantly trading your time for money? If so,

Introduction: Welcome to today’s advanced English lesson, where we will explore the rich traditions and specialized vocabulary associated with getting married in English / Scottish  cultures. Marriage is a significant milestone marked by various customs, ceremonies, and rituals that differ across regions and communities. By examining these traditions, along with the precise language used to

Today, we will delve into a current news story that is making headlines around the world. Our focus will be on understanding the main points of the story, analyzing its significance, and exploring the language used in the report. As advanced students, we’ll also identify interesting grammar structures and vocabulary to enrich your language skills.

Discovering Horoscopes in English Welcome to today’s lesson, where we will embark on an intriguing journey of self-discovery through the fascinating world of horoscopes. As we explore the language and concepts related to astrology, we will enhance our vocabulary to discuss personality traits, predictions, and the idea of fate and destiny. By examining each other’s

Let’s use AI Let’s use AI to help us have a complex conversation in English. Here’s what we are going to do: ONLY COPY THE RED TEXT First:  Open the AI assistant on your desktop or cellphone and ask it this question: “I am an advanced English student. Suggest an interesting conversation to have with

Good day students, during this lesson we are going to look at AI (artificial intelligence), AGI (artificial general intelligence? & SAI (super intelligence) and compare and contrast the differences, what are they, what are the positives and negatives. This lesson includes the vocabulary needed to understand these concepts. General Introduction: What are AI, AGI &

If you are interested the sciences it won’t have escaped you that Quantum mechanics theory is the new vogue. Quantum theory is becoming more and more debated.  Below we are going to learn the vocabulary of quantum theory. What is Quantum Mechanics Theory? Quantum theory is a branch of physics that explains the behaviour of

In this English lesson you will learn the vocabulary related to transport.   Reading One: Buses are big vehicles that carry many people. People use buses to go to school, work, or visit friends. Buses stop at bus stops. You need a ticket to ride a bus. The bus driver drives the bus on the

As an advanced second language speaker it’s important to be able to defend your position in an intellectual argument. In these English lessons I am going to put an opinion of mine or fact to you with some points you might like to argue about.  The success of your English lesson and argument is simply

As an advanced second language speaker it’s important to be able to defend your position in an intellectual argument. In these English lessons I am going to put an opinion of mine or fact to you with some points you might like to argue about.  The success of your English lesson and argument is simply

Welcome to today’s English lesson! Today, we will talk about rock music. Rock music is a popular type of music. There are many kinds of rock music. These are called “genres.” Some genres are classic rock, punk rock, and heavy metal. In this lesson, you will learn the names of these genres and what makes

1. God – People pray to God for help. (Deus) – Do you believe in God?  Now ask the teacher a question 2. Church – We go to church on Sunday. (Igreja) – Do you like going to church?  Now ask the teacher a question 3. Bible – The Bible has many stories. (Bíblia) –

Welcome to today’s advanced English lesson, where we will delve into the rich and nuanced vocabulary associated with religion. Understanding religious terms in English is essential not only for engaging with a wide range of texts—such as literature, news articles, and historical documents—but also for appreciating the cultural and social contexts that shape language use.

During this series of beginner English lesson we are going to study the basic vocabulary and grammar used in listening and understanding the lyrics involved in rock music. ROCK MUSIC READING Simple Reading: Rock music is a kind of music that many people like. It started in the 1950s in the United States. Rock music

What is your favourite beer? Two Questions:  What nationality was St. Patrick (St Patricks Day) And what date is St. Patricks Day usually on? My favourite beer has always been Guinness. Today we are going to learn some popular vocabulary about beer. In particular Guinness which is a strong Irish stout popular all over the

Five conversation topics to discuss whilst correcting the sounds you find difficult. Great conversation topics to help an Egyptian English student practice challenging English sounds (such as /p/) include: favourite travel destinations (to practice “v” and “th” sounds in “travel” and “with”), popular foods and recipes (“vegetable,” “pizza,” “fish,” “juice”), discussing hobbies or sports (“playing,”

Medical Terms and Illnesses Welcome to today’s Advanced English lesson, where we will expand your vocabulary by exploring the names of common illnesses in English. Understanding these terms is essential not only for effective communication in medical situations but also for reading news articles, literature, and everyday conversations about health. By the end of this

Lesson Two: Welcome to your second English lesson ! Today, we will focus on more English sounds that are often challenging for Arabic speakers, such as the “p” and “v” sounds, as well as the “th” sounds in words like “think” and “this.” We will listen carefully to these sounds, practice saying them, and learn

Contractions for beginners lesson one (1) In English we use a lot of contractions in our language.  For this reason it is important to understand and learn those contractions.  Below there is a list of 10 contractions and an example sentence using those contractions. 1. I’m (I am) – I’m happy today. Can you make

Common Latin abbreviations used in English Introduction: Welcome to today’s English lesson, where we will explore the fascinating world of Latin abbreviations commonly used in English. These abbreviations have their roots in Latin, often found in formal writing, legal documents, academic papers, and everyday communication, adding a layer of precision and tradition. Understanding these abbreviations,

Those difficult sounds in English: Lesson One Introduction: Egyptian Arabic speakers often find the English sounds /p/ and /v/ difficult because these sounds do not exist in Arabic, leading to confusion between words like “pat” and “bat” or “vine” and “fine.” Additionally, the /th/ sounds  as in “think” and  as in “this” are challenging because they

Common Initialisms & Acronyms in English In English, using only the letters like “LOL” or “FFS” to represent phrases is called an initialism or an acronym, depending on pronunciation. Specifically, “LOL” (Laugh Out Loud) and “FPS” (For PETE’S Sake) are examples of initialisms, as they are pronounced letter by letter. When the abbreviation is pronounced

Common diseases and ailments in English In this class we are going learn about the common diseases and ailments in English.  Their names,  causes and when possible their cures. Definition: What’s the difference between an ailment and a disease? The words “ailment” and “disease” are similar, but they have some differences: Ailment is a general

The role of FREE RADICALS on our health In our last lesson we chatted about “Grounding”  or “Earthing” as it is sometimes called. We chatted about how Grounding can replenish the missing electrons that a free radical is eternally looking for.  In this lesson let’s take a closer look at free radicals. Free radicals and

Did you know that friends, family and a sense of community all can lead to happiness, but the environment you live in can also have a huge impact on your wellbeing.  What makes a happy city to live in?  ORIGINAL ARTICLE CLICK HERE Top ten happiest cities to live in in the world. Happiest places

BBC LINK:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy98jqr4p0xo On the 10th of November this year Brazil will host the COP 30 conference in Belem in Amazonia. The choice of venues is already becoming very controversial. CLIMATE CHANGE VOCABULARY: Anthropogenic – Caused or produced by humans. The increase in greenhouse gases is largely due to anthropogenic activities such as industrialization. Mitigation – The action

Listening and Understanding is 50% of all languages MOVIES Speaking is only half of learning a language.  Fifty percent is understanding what someone if saying to you.  In reality a student can’t expect to turn on the subtitles every time he or she watches the TV or goes to the cinema. Brazilians are quite used

 Here are ten unusual uses of English grammar for intermediate/advanced learners:   Subjunctive moods: 1) Using the subjunctive mood to express wishes or hypotheticals, e.g., “If I were a bird, I could fly.” What is the subjunctive mood?  The subjunctive mood in English grammar is used to express wishes, hypotheticals, demands, or suggestions, often conveying

Welcome to today’s English lesson, where we’ll embark on an exciting journey into the world of unusual and intriguing words. These words, with their unique sounds and meanings, can add colour and flair to your vocabulary, making your speech and writing more captivating. From playful terms like “flibbertigibbet” to vivid expressions like “gobsmacked,” exploring these

Below there are four videos of commonly known subjects.  In the lesson we will listen to the videos with the subtitled or lyrics  if needed and then discuss the meaning of the information in the video and answer the questions below the YouTube link.   The videos are different genres. Video One:  (MUSIC)  Scottish English Questions:

Let’s discuss herbs: But first listen to this canticle and discuss the four herbs used in the song. Questions: What are the four herbs used in the lyrics of the song? What are those herbs in your own language? Do you like cooking? Do you use herbs in your cooking? What is the most common

It seems that every day the news on the TV gets worse.  It’s almost like we go from one crisis to another.  During this lesson the student chooses a current news story and starts a conversation about that particular news story.  Each conversation should last about 20 minutes. The 55 minute class could potentially include

In English we use a lot of expressions.  Expressions can be regional or even national, meaning that expressions can vary from one part of the UK to another or from one English speaking country to another.  For example: A common Australian English expression is “No worries,” which is used to mean “no problem” or “it’s

In this lesson you will be presented with four music videos with the lyrics displayed on the screen. Each video will be between 2.5 and 4 minutes long. During each song I want you to try to understand the following: 1). What the person is singing about. 2). Who are the main characters (names) in

We all watch the TV and occasionally go to the cinema. Watching TV can be a great way to expand your English vocabulary and to improve your pronunciation. However, when watching it’s very important to understand exactly what you are watching. Below is a video clip in English taken from either the TV or movies.

We all watch the TV and occasionally go to the cinema. Watching TV can be a great way to expand your English vocabulary and to improve your pronunciation. However, when watching it’s very important to understand exactly what you are watching. Below is a video clip in English taken from either the TV or movies.

We all watch the TV and occasionally go to the cinema. Watching TV can be a great way to expand your English vocabulary and to improve your pronunciation. Below are four video clips in English taken from either the TV or movies. Your job is to study each clip and answer the questions below each

INSTRUCTIONS: 1). Below are ten suggestions for a ten minute conversation class.  Today you the student will choose a subject matter to discuss with your teacher for ten minutes. Then choose another.  2). After you have chosen your subject you the student should lead the conversation. During the two-way conversation you should identify moments when

INSTRUCTIONS: 1). Below are ten suggestions for a ten minute conversation class.  Today you the student will choose a subject matter to discuss with your teacher for ten minutes. Then choose another.  2). After you have chosen your subject you the student should lead the conversation. During the two-way conversation you should identify moments when

INSTRUCTIONS: 1). Below are ten suggestions for a ten minute conversation class.  Today you the student will choose a subject matter to discuss with your teacher for ten minutes. Then choose another.  2). After you have chosen your subject you the student should lead the conversation. During the two-way conversation you should identify moments when

INSTRUCTIONS: 1). Below are ten suggestions for a ten minute conversation class.  Today you the student will choose a subject matter to discuss with your teacher for ten minutes. Then choose another.  2). After you have chosen your subject you the student should lead the conversation. During the two-way conversation you should identify moments when

INSTRUCTIONS: 1). Below are ten suggestions for a ten minute conversation class.  Today you the student will choose a subject matter to discuss with your teacher for ten minutes. Then choose another.  2). After you have chosen your subject you the student should lead the conversation. During the two-way conversation you should identify moments when