Review previous lessons

Feb 17, 2023
Lesson 13/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Homework: Part 3 10 questions : write answers in complete sentences

We'll finish with this Guardian news article, intermediate level by

reviewing the vocabulary

reading the article

and doing the exercises.

Quizlet for Cambridge C1 Vocabulary

https://quizlet.com/290860408/cambridge-english-profile-level-c1-flash-cards/

Then, well review vocabulary for IB:
Quizlets: Stem list
https://quizlet.com/303784243/ib-stem-list-1-flash-cards/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Greek_and_Latin_roots_in_English/A

Feb 11, 2023
Lesson 12/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Homework: Quizlet C1 Vocabulary, read the article, and watch the videos

We'll continue with this Guardian news article, intermediate level by

reviewing the vocabulary

reading the article

and doing the exercises.

Quizlet for Cambridge C1 Vocabulary

https://quizlet.com/290860408/cambridge-english-profile-level-c1-flash-cards/

Then, well review vocabulary for IB:
Quizlets: Stem list
https://quizlet.com/303784243/ib-stem-list-1-flash-cards/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Greek_and_Latin_roots_in_English/A

Feb 10, 2023
Lesson 11/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Homework: Quizlet C1 Vocabulary and reading the article

We'll continue with this Guardian news article, intermediate level by

reviewing the vocabulary

reading the article

and doing the exercises.

https://www.theguardian.com/education/2023/nov/08/schools-england-renting-spaces-online-raise-funds#:~:text=Schools%20are%20turning%20to%20Airbnb,wrestling%20competitions%20in%20their%20gyms.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ukpolitics/comments/17thu8s/schools_in_england_using_airbnbstyle_strategy_to/

Then, well review vocabulary for IB:
Quizlets: Stem list
https://quizlet.com/303784243/ib-stem-list-1-flash-cards/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Greek_and_Latin_roots_in_English/A

Feb 4, 2023
Lesson 10/54 60min

Feb 3, 2023
Lesson 9/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Today we'll discuss the UK's education budget shortfall causing schools to turn to AirBNB for the funds they need!

https://www.theguardian.com/education/2023/nov/08/schools-england-renting-spaces-online-raise-funds#:~:text=Schools%20are%20turning%20to%20Airbnb,wrestling%20competitions%20in%20their%20gyms.

https://www.reddit.com/r/ukpolitics/comments/17thu8s/schools_in_england_using_airbnbstyle_strategy_to/

Jan 28, 2023
Lesson 8/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Homework Questions about Kenneth

Tοday ESL Fast Reading with 3:

Watching a Movie

https://www.eslfast.com/begin4/b4/b4003.htm

Discussion:

Why does Kenneth like action movies?
What time did Kenneth plan to meet his friends?
How long did Kenneth wait outside for his friends?
What did he do when his friends didn't show up?
How did Kenneth feel when he couldn't reach his friends on the phone?
What did Kenneth do when he went back to the theater?
What snacks did Kenneth buy at the concession stand?
How did Kenneth feel when he watched the movie alone?
Have you ever had a similar experience where your plans didn't go as expected?
If you were Kenneth, what would you have done differently in this situation?

Jan 27, 2023
Lesson 7/54 60min

Hi Misha!

Today, we'll talk about stargazing:

Photo of Andromeda Galaxy wins astronomy prize

https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2009/200918-astronomy.html

Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/528996534/photo-of-andromeda-galaxy-wins-astronomy-prize-flash-cards/?funnelUUID=63e44fc6-6f42-4781-8a48-43a0c0e5a7c1

Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2022 – winning images

https://www.theguardian.com/science/gallery/2022/sep/16/astronomy-photographer-of-the-year-2022-winning-images

James Webb Telescope Live Feed

https://jwstfeed.com/

Jan 21, 2023
Lesson 6/54 60min

Hi Misha,

Homework: Grammar book and

10 Sales Associate questions

Tοday we will finish ESL Fast Reading 2: The Sales Associate

https://www.eslfast.com/begin4/b4/b4002.htm

Discussion:

https://eslquestionsabout.com/esl-questions-about-sales/?utm_content=cmp-true

Jan 20, 2023
Lesson 5/54 60min

Hi Misha,

Homework: Grammar book

Tοday we are back in ESL Fast Reading 2: The Sales Associate

https://www.eslfast.com/begin4/b4/b4002.htm

Discussion:

https://eslquestionsabout.com/esl-questions-about-sales/?utm_content=cmp-true

Jan 14, 2023
Lesson 4/54 60min

Hi Misha,

Homework: Job Questions

Chapter 7: Present Simple or
Present Continuous

https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/present-continuous.html

Jan 13, 2023
Lesson 3/54 60min

Hi Misha,

ESL Fast 4 Reading 1
First Day of the Job
https://www.eslfast.com/begin4/b4/b4001.htm

Discussion

What is your dream job?
Would you prefer working in a large team or a small team?
Would you enjoy managing other people at work?
Would you prefer working day shift, afternoon shift, or night shift?
Do you prefer working with people or with computers?
Do you enjoy working with your hands?
How do you feel about working on weekends or public holidays?
Do you think that it’s appropriate for a company to require photographs on CVs? Why or why not?
Would you like to dress formally for your job?
Would you like to work from home?

Jan 7, 2023
Lesson 2/54 60min

Hi Misha !

Homework 10 Questions about Writing a Story

Today The Reading is for Christmas.

Papa Panov's Special Christmas.

- Who is the main character in the story?
- Where does Papa Panov live?
- What task does the old shoemaker have to do on Christmas Eve?
- Describe Papa Panov's personality. What kind of person is he?
- How does Papa Panov feel when he encounters different characters throughout the story?
- How is the setting important to the story?
- Why do you think the author chose Christmas Eve as the time for the story?
- What do you think is the main message or lesson of the story?
- How does the theme of generosity and kindness play a role in Papa Panov's Christmas?
- What do you think will happen to Papa Panov after the events in the story?
- If you were to continue the story, what would you add to it?
- How is Papa Panov's Christmas different from or similar to your own holiday traditions?
- Can you think of other stories or movies with a similar theme of kindness and generosity?
- Are there any words or phrases in the story that you didn't understand? Let's discuss their meanings.
- Can you find synonyms for words like "generosity" and "kindness" used in the story?
- How did the story make you feel? Why?
- Have you ever experienced a situation where helping someone brought you joy?
- If you were to rewrite the ending of the story, how would you change it?
- Imagine you are one of the characters in the story. How would you feel and what would you do?
- In what ways does the story reflect the spirit of Christmas in your culture?
- Are there similar stories or traditions in your country during the holiday season?