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 | Nov 30, 2012 | Blog, Citizenship, Student Posts, Teacher Posts, Videos
Have you spent much time looking at The Bill of Rights? If you have or if you have not, it is always good to review this information from time to time. I found this video on TedEd’s YouTube page. This three minute guide walks you through the first 10 amendments...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 17, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
When someone experiences the loss of a loved one to give them your condolences is a way of expressing sympathy for the person in sorrow. Being on the receiving end of condolences eases a bit of the pain of the loss knowing that people are behind you and supporting you...
by Andrea Giordano | Aug 15, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Often times people say that opposites attract. People with distinctly different personalities are drawn to one another because they complement each other to create a harmonious pair. People who work together well are considered compatible. I would consider my husband...
