Social Media.  A force for good or bad…

Watch the video below and see what you think.  Does it change your opinion? How about when you were younger, did you have social media? Are your children constantly online? What do you actually use social media for?

The speech in this video is slow, clear and easy to follow

Here’s a copy with subtitles 😉

I have taught English for just under twenty years. It used to be such a regular part of the course to practice letter writing. Letters, both formal and informal. Now however they seem so old-fashioned. Even emails are not so frequent and are certainly not the replacement of the heartfelt letter. The idea of taking the time to carefully consider the words you will use when communicate with your friend, colleague or loved one seems like a luxuary in today’s speeding world.

So here is a letter read for your convenience. I hope you enjoy it and consider writing something of your own, if you do, try to do it in English I would be happy to take a look.

I think perhaps this does link to our topic of Travel this week

The power of words…animated. Enjoy Carl Sagan’s Pale Bue Dot…

For a great article putting it into context and the complete transcript check here

A simple conversational style podcast again this week. This time from Canada (listen for the accent).

Enjoy:

http://culips.com/

I was very surprised that I had never seen this before. The BBC Learning English website- full of useful tips and lessons. Have a look at the ‘features’ – some great content!

Ladies and gentlemen you are invited to meet with me and others to chat informally in English on November 24 18.00-19:30.

This is a great (free!) opportunity to meet with others who are studying English and chat in an informal way over a coffee.

Our language café will take place on the lower ground floor beside the Foluniversitetet café where you are welcome to buy coffee and a snack. During the evening you will sit in small groups and practise your spoken English and chat about everyday general topics.

To take part, your English should be at least B1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages which means that you should be able to understand a lot in normal everyday situations even if you sometimes have to ask people to repeat or clarify what they said. You should also be able to express yourself simply and clearly in discussions with friends and acquaintances.

Our language café is free of charge and arranged by Folkuniversitetet. Please feel free to tell others who may interested.

In Swedish

Välkommen till vårt Språkcafé engelska tisdagen den 24 november klockan 18.00-19:30.

Welcome to our Language Café on Tuesday 24 November from 18.00 – 19.00 where you can practise your spoken English. See below for more information in English.