by Andrea Giordano | Dec 3, 2018 | Student Posts, Videos
I love when the seasons change! Fall is a glorious season. It is full of colors, as the trees make way for winter. Plus, there is a nice chill in the air to remind you to breathe deeply and enjoy nature. In order to help you make the most of this autumn season, I...
by Andrea Giordano | Feb 13, 2014 | Student Posts
How to describe yourself in an interview Job interviews can be intimidating. Especially when they aren’t in your native language! That’s why it’s important to know key words that can help present yourself in the best possible way. Here are 10 words...
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 10, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
No one likes to face negative consequences for their actions, and the worst of all consequences is to be punished. A severe version of punishment is the verb castigate. You might say that a terrorist is castigated for his crimes. Have you ever been castigated...
by Andrea Giordano | Jul 30, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
The word bereave means to mourn or grieve the loss of something or someone. Many people go through a season of bereavement when a loved one dies. Have you ever been bereaved? Was that video helpful? If so (or if not), leave a comment below with questions, comments,...
by Andrea Giordano | Jul 27, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Most everyone has heard of and likes the 1960s band The Beetles because their music was revolutionary and has lasted generations. But, do you like beetles the insect? In the video below I show you many various kinds of beetles. I’m just glad they are behind the...
by Andrea Giordano | Jul 25, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Have you ever heard of the famous Romeo & Juliet balcony scene? Well, a balcony is a railed platform on the second level of a building. It can be inside overlooking another room or outside overlooking a garden, yard, or street. Have you ever been on a balcony? Was...
by Andrea Giordano | Jul 23, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
Have you ever looked for a safe place to stay? If so, that means you were seeking asylum. Asylum is a place of refuge or safety. A safe haven. It is often found in churches. In the video below I discuss one of the United State’s policies on asylum for those...
by Andrea Giordano | Jul 9, 2012 | Advanced, Blog, Student Posts, Videos, Vocabulary
The adjective apprehensive is used to describe the feeling of nervousness or fear. For instance you may feel apprehensive about your final exam at the end of a semester. Make sure you study up to shake those jitters! What makes you feel apprehensive? Was that video...
