by Andrea Giordano | Aug 27, 2013 | Student Posts, Teacher Posts
Here’s to the start… This week marks the start of a new semester for the university where I teach ESL. One of my absolute favorite things about being a teacher is the moment I get to meet a new cohort of students. There’s so much promise in that...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 23, 2013 | Student Posts, Teacher Posts
A man who knows two language is worth two men. The French proverb goes, “A man who knows two languages is worth two men.” Those of us who have ever stepped into the waters of second language learning know this to be true. A second language gives an...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 19, 2013 | Student Posts, Teacher Posts
Establishing Learning Communities I recently sat in on a professional development session focused on the idea of creating “learning communities” in the classroom and online. The presenter touted “high engagement”, “intrinsic...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 14, 2013 | Blog, Business Posts, Student Posts
Give Your Next Speech With Confidence! A lot of second language learners I know are intimidated by giving speeches in English. Let’s be honest: A lot of native English speakers are intimidated by giving speeches in English! Over the years, I’ve probably...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 1, 2013 | Blog, Citizenship, Student Posts, Teacher Posts, Videos
New Beginnings!Life is full of new beginnings. Whether is falling in love, starting a different career path, or buying a new car, we are always starting over. My family is in the midst of new beginnings. With a baby due in a few short weeks, and a husband helping...
by Andrea Giordano | Jun 19, 2013 | Blog, Teacher Posts
You teach the world. The minds that sit in your classroom day after day are future thought leaders, world shapers, mothers and fathers. They come to you for English, which is currency in this modern age. And you teach them how to spend it liberally and wisely. In the...
