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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to meet you today, and to get to know you a bit.

You have a very high English level and are able to carry a conversation quite effortlessly.

We talked a bit about what your expectations are or what you hope to achieve from our meetings - more fluency on other topics than vaccines and science, to be able to have fluid conversations in general topics and settings. Not only can we come up with our own subjects - do let me know if you have particular interests or ideas - but we will also follow those from the Oxford book Futures, which also poses interesting questions and debates.

Looking forward to our next meeting in about 2 weeks :)

Next meeting: 19 April at 17h00 (French time) - I have sent the Zoom link

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/yWiEFFhpdJ23Pv57q6sZTkqpa4jEeZqoCWijxFY0HpNyH1XzrdkGFUb1P5_Vxqv4.eG0Vs6ed6Iq0X8Co

Passcode: ^x5shMgE

Have a lovely holiday in Sicily!

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you and chat today.

Language is a big and diverse topic, it was very interesting to hear your opinions and thoughts.  I think we've only scratched the surface though!

Here's the link to the Ted Talk we started watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKK7wGAYP6k

Here's a question we can start with next week,

Also, I'm including a text relating to the language theme, but on the IT side of the coin. You might want to read it if you have the time, we can have a conversation about it next week. Apologies for the format, I couldn't get it into one screenshot without sacrificing legebality

Next meeting: 27 April at 19h00 (French time) - I have sent the Zoom link

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/0kJzKOXctPv2k4C6G_ktulhkATc8L2B7kIzRks8p2ofnUgu2LA4gTF0N-MCj2DYr.aL4JaF4ZzXUtqLqk

Passcode: ^kcj1bAn

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Worked on the stress in words and prepositional phrases

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

We looked at the stress in words and in sentences, and how this can not only change the meaning of a word (noun vs verb) but also determines what part of a sentence/iteration/information is important in speech. Here's a link to a simple exercise you can do to practice stress in words https://www.wordstress.info/exercise/ You just need to click on the syllable you think carries the stress, have a go!

We also talked about AI and its applications - how your company is developing it for future applications and development of better, more targeted vaccines. The text you read and summarised for me contains lots of prepositional phrases (a group of words consisting of a preposition, its object and any words that modify the object). I've attached some screenshots of exercises you can do, if you want and have time, to familiarise yourself not only with prepositional phrases (verb/noun + preposition) but also with different expressions and ways of saying things. You can also have another look at the text and try to identify some prepositional phrases in it.

Next meeting:  11 May at 19h00 (French time) - I have sent the Zoom link

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/HQNGgxRbAlROUw0tZXKHFGvzHPFwxsC6aCfADhAjm1Ri9qD1lrYEzda6nQnfsAAQ.vGbaev57xs0jthRY

Passcode: M89$VG9M

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

We had an interesting chat about bank holidays, working hours and days, and different school systems regarding holidays - I think we both agree that balance is key, too much of anything (holidays or other) isn't practical or efficient.

We had a look at cleft sentences for emphasis:

- it is/was....that... to emphasize the first part of the sentence

- Wh-clefts, What....is/was..... to emphasize the second part of the sentence.

I have attached a few exercises for you to practice if you want and have the time.

Finally, we looked at idioms. Fabulous cultural enrichers of our languages. Here's another link to British slang with Ricky Gervais (you might recognise this comedian who's hosted the Oscars a few times): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TISVaYgT4K4

Next meeting:  22 May at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/UoKQVTwz957qza5rP8CgcGegetnXy4IJLAjZZWaKIucK8ZGeALmWnO84-1ocP1xs.8bYJwFpjtI_BHntG

Passcode: =0vJUSWP

Have a great medium length weekend,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

I got your email saying you unfortunately don't receive mine from my google account, but do so from my HiPe account. I'd have to change my sign-in email with Zoom to fix this, which will affect everything else so if you're happy to use my signature link, I'll confirm the date and time in the feedback email I send you after every lesson.

Well done with the conversations today. As always, you have no problems getting your ideas across in a very eloquent way, your vocabulary is very good! Watch out for plurals in the subject of a sentence and how these agree or not with the verbs. English is very good at switching the nature of words depending on their position in a sentence, so a noun can become a verb or an adjective for example, and the rest has to follow or agree: a three day weekend (three day becomes an adjective, never plural).

Also, many thanks for sharing your gazpacho recipe with me, I might have to keep picking your brains for more.... !

Next meeting:  1 May at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/x6UIz-an8UkkoG1zmH-its_TFfMGdLmXMejBMQ80jjIyvRJZ6r4K3u8L2QUpNd7F.6aG2ApnCrHjjhgaE

Passcode: Rt=6qyX!

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you again.

Today we started by looking at the cleft sentences that were a bit trickier for you to make - you actually did quite well.

We then listened and watched the 1 minute BBC headlines which you also grasped well and were able to explain back to me - well done.

Finally, we started a new topic - Architecture and how it shapes our lives. We looked at some specific vocabulary such as : eyesore, aesthetics, layout and setting and you were able to use them correctly in a text, as well as read with intonation and good word stresses.

Good work!

Next meeting:  1 June at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/5eE2i4vCPrKExp-Vy-dlVsm77LXSBy6yy98V16RbGbrtwm0Sm6URRCTw7eNP9mW4.XYGtdv2LP7CTXw4U

Passcode: v.Ab0$7.

Have a good night,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

As always, it was a pleasure to see you today.

We talked about different ways to say and answer to  "Hi, how are you?"

You alright? Yeah, good, you? being the most common in the uk.

We also worked on pronunciation - short i (like an é in French) vs long i (like a French i) - you did well here, and saw the importance of getting it right, you wouldn't want to say to your colleague: Pass me that shit please.. or ask a stranger in California: Where's the bitch?

You had a great go at some difficult Tongue Twisters in English, and pretty much breezed through them! Except maybe the twister with Ps....

Here they are for you to have fun and exercise your tongue:

Finally, we returned to architecture to talk about new sustainable technologies and efficient work places. Here's the looong link to the TedTalk we watched today about architecture that repairs itself...

https://www.ted.com/talks/rachel_armstrong_architecture_that_repairs_itself?language=en#:~:text=Talk%20details&text=Venice%20is%20sinking.-,To%20save%20it%2C%20Rachel%20Armstrong%20says%20we%20need%20to%20outgrow,repairs%20and%20sequesters%20carbon%2C%20too.

Next meeting: 8 June at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/AP3otfvPiX5WI58fALyXjainBhNZDav_eMMa1HQjMq_dFyBqyHK3kaVuHjGlzmPK.JACSv132nVTLsRhW

Passcode: @16LB6JY

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Worked on minimal pairs, difficult tongue twisters, phrasal verbs with GET, participle clauses.

Miren

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Hello Eric,

Lovely as always to see you today.

Also lovely to chat about your hiking-gastronomy-wine experience. Your thoughts are always well presented  and the conversation always flows nicely. You sometimes struggle to find the correct word but to be honest, that happens to me as well :) I didn't mention this but I think one thing that could be useful to do/practice, is to make an effort to speak more slowly. It's natural to want to put out the information in our brains as quickly as we think and at a similar speed to our native language, but there are cultural differences to take into account (in general French people speak more quickly than English people) as well as grammatical or more so vocabulary and pronunciation limitations as we learn a language.

So I think maybe next week we'll concentrate on delivering two or three opinions on a subject in different ways - we'll turn to the book for another big question to ponder; and we could also spend some time on pronunciation, intonation, rhythm, etc...

In case you didn't get all the phrasal verbs we looked at today, here's the list:

Idea of separation:

rip off

cut off

walk off

run off

take off

tear off

etc... you can come up with as many as you like :)

No separation:

call off

put off

show off

pay off

go off

Next meeting:  22 June at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/-OytnJyvB7LYL-OvoEJWM8FFq9b7IxjvW_i6Fc6ozM67RThGBsGYp85gXemCYidw.sNwLQWgSM7NJz6Tn

Passcode: Th?@F#F1

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

Great chat about the trains in France, wish we had something similar here in the UK.

We then spent some time looking at 15 reasons why English makes absolutely no sense.

It was a good way to understand the importance of stress in words and sentences.

We finally watched a short video on the philosophical thought experiment called Mary's Room. which questions the Knowledge argument and Qualia vs Physicalism. You had no trouble understanding the concept and experiment, explaining it however is something neither you nor I are very good at :)

Next meeting:  Monday 26 June at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/4--Xyzzxh7srt9Z7S0FqV-dX0s1o8AFSHL0LyZ6zqVA3sZUfRIK1EcJDdIhfQTCw.iK0TWT55cLcPYsRQ

Passcode: 4bbH!7.f

Have a lovely weekend,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

Great to see you again today.

After a chat about friends and how small the world is - certainly in your circle - we looked at the word OVER used 1- after a verb to form phrasal verbs such as  take over, talk over, be over, get over, start over or 2- as a prefix to indicate an excess of something, too much: overworked, overreact, overbook, overdo.

We then started a chapter in the Oxford Futures book about why plants are important. You worked through some vocabulary exercises which you completed confidently, and then we discussed whether people should eat meat or not, if we should buy products that lead to deforestation, or make tobacco farming illegal...

Well done with your reading skills today, I could hear intonation and sentence stresses, indicating comprehension and highlighting which parts/ideas were important. Well placed pauses are key.

Homework: when and if you have time, I'd like to see your writing skills. Please write a short paragraph about the following

Next meeting:  6 July at 19 h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/eNN0-dBUn2M8BbFL24AIefpLlKrcn36bBqntuoFqfNMOPCWxwx0Na2QYCW6eeSMW.Iw8VaC8MgSzcIip8

Passcode: i61lC!Lw

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Worked on phrasal verbs with OVER, watched a TedED about the psychology of accents.

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you again today after the long summer months.

I am truly sorry for the loss of your friend to suicide. I can't begin to imagine how you can all cope with that; as you say, it's about being there for each other, for the long run...

Today we worked on the different types of Ts in the English language, particularly the British one which has:

1- the true T (as you would normally pronounce it)

and

2- the glottal T (which sounds similar to when you say UH-OH!)

We also saw the RP (received pronunciation) T which is the posh one and I can't even do that one!

And the American T which sounds like a D.

The most important thing to remember from today is to use a mix of the true and glottal T if you want to sound more British, but that imitating is not the solution, it's about finding your style of British English now that you know how to glottalise :))

We ended with a chat about plants, how they're useful to us, and how eating less meat and more local produce can help not only our health but our environment.

Next meeting:  28 September 2023 at 18h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/nqjar0W6T9aptqS36WSycYAixXn3Ydv2aHe3Zsmgiv8VK5LANemCbwmbUegHPAVp.mls9cI6fOLAPKcNs

Passcode: .G8*wpZ1

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

Your brain and tongue must be quite tired by now, I gave you lots of pronunciation exercises and tongue twisters and games to think of words....phew! You did quite well in all of these so well done Eric!!

The Ted Talk proposed an interesting idea - to set ourselves 30 day challenges; they don't have to be big ones, but they can make us appreciate time more and help with self-confidence. I bet walking all the way from the South of France to Santiago de Compostela would definitely make you more aware of your legs at the very least! :))

FInally, we turned to the book where you read an article about the plants of the future (I just realised we didn't even actually talk about the possibility of these amazing new technologies). Your reading has really improved, your intonation is more lively and rhythmic. The text also used many examples of talking about the future in real and hypothetical future - well done working out the exercise.

Next meeting:  5 October at 18h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/Po_DTfCG91H6ooaQr0P6a5LGvcDw2LodjJALzqkTrohQnFs8ChBkqmpyCI4LocF5.seCj-6ZRY6Xk5CRk

Passcode: @m1mWz.7

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you again today.

After chatting about the French naturalisation of your Mexican friend, how long and difficult (and possibly racist) this process seems to have been for her (and is for many people), you have enjoyed celebrating this milestone with her which is great :)

I then put you through a series of Would You Rather... questions that can be quite revealing of someone's personality and character - don't worry, you haven't given any secrets away ;)

We then watched an interesting talk with the creator of Duolingo - what his thought process was when he came up with this app; how he hopes to make education accessible to everyone, and what he hopes for the future. I guess in a world where social media and technology and AI are masters, the clever ones are those who are able to use these to improve everyone's lives.

In the end, we turned to the book where we had a look at the exercise you completed on the future and future-in-the-past tenses - what can I say, the student seems to have surpassed the teacher!

Have a lovely holiday in Normandy :)

Next meeting:  9 November at 18h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/nbgRtEm61e4S4Wb-i5YqKGr1PjO082e9lilDeLQwJ6moLYvUzhVm7HcHiqsPf2EI.trqMaXWEiHHRp4po

Passcode: 8i9S3%5v

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

I can imagine this week was maybe harder than others for you at work, coming back from holidays has that effect and paperwork and issues usually tend to pile up while we're away :(

We had a look at phrasal verbs to start our meeting - as I've said before, there are many many of these in English so it's important to at least see them once and maybe during your travels or reads you'll see them mentioned again and think "hey, i've heard this before... " and then the third time you'll know straight away what they mean in context. So today we looked at the following:

- ask out (invite on a date)

- ask around (ask many people a question)

- back up  (reverse)

- break into (force entry)

- break down (stop working)

- break up (end a relationship)

- bring up (raise a child)

- bring down (make unhappy)

- blow up (explode)

- call on (ask for opinion)

- call around (phone many people)

- call off (cancel)

- call back (return a phone call)

- call up (phone somebody)

- care for (like someone)

- calm down (you know this one :))

We also had a look at today's online newspaper The Guardian to practice reading comprehension with headlines which can be tricky to grasp because half the words are missing! This led to a conversation about alcohol and driving, which led to a conversation about drugs, and then I switched to the book before we sunk further into the rabbit hole :))

In the book we briefly looked at the skills needed for good debating and rebutting, and which approaches can be used:

- lack of evidence

- cherry picking

- false dichotomy

- correlation not causation

- reality check

Well done Eric, just try to be aware of plural expressions that require to object of your statement to have an S : some countrieS, a lot of placeS...

Next meeting:  16 November at 18 h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/Lm5h0A1yPDRAW6okT2e7Sb-CGjC07Jko5xJBESFhEREDW7CYdvX9xfhLo6ddVUZZ.60HEPcGboIedScz3

Passcode: h1e*vUZ2

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

We had a long chat to begin the session, about working hours in different countries, in particular yours and mine. It was interesting to learn about the differences and the issues that arise when we work long hours. Speaking of Japan, and how they only have 10 days of holidays per year, I forgot to ask you what their daily schedule was, do they also work long hours, on top of many days every year? I'm not sure which system is best, it's like you say, finding a balance, a middle ground between work and family, working days and holidays, would be ideal.

We then embarked on the tricky subject of having conversations that we dread with either colleagues or people we love. It was a long conversation and you explained very clearly one of the issues you had with a colleague and their difficult behaviour, and how you had to have that hard conversation to try to rectify the situation.

The video was concise and interesting, and the presenter talked about:

1- acknowledging responsibility

2- defining the outcome

3- listening and validating

4- restating the outcome

All of this done as we also try to untangle the emotions from the subject at hand.

Life...

Well done :)

Next meeting:  7 December 2023 at 19h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/65uhYGldVd9DkThjUIp2knUKr21nFhbS9-LBZw1ftZxKQU162kgI7AhnpcQdwF1T.yBXVEvw92KyjlcoD

Passcode: 4mU!#3zd

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

I knew we were going to delve into a more serious conversation down the line so we started with a look at a few very common English idioms. As I explained, try to remember one or two and make it a point to use it/them in conversation this week:

- have a lot on the plate

- your guess is as good as mine

- you snooze, you lose

- you can say that again!

- I've had it up to here!

- feeling under the weather

- get out of hand

- once in a while

- to the best of my knowledge...

- one too many

- that's a pretty tall order!

You then listened to the latest BBC News about the violent situation between Israel and Palestians. You were able to identify all the headlines in the recording, only slipping with the synagogue attack in Germany. Well done.

FInally, we looked at ways to express the future using modal verbs and other constructions, their use depending on the context, time frame and level of certainty of the future event. Here's a screenshot of these verbs and constructions:

I've also included the following screenshot to help you through the exercise about the different tenses to express the future and the future-in-the-past, if you are so inclined and have the time. We can do it together next week if you don't:

Next meeting:  26 October at 18 h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/4BduQX8OZi4b8zWniCFLLhgm_38J3g5MlmpkuNDDwhGThQMXVDPF6QP31yLdK8OF.TrkVAXk6GpArK6an

Passcode: =T&8!Wi.

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Hello Eric,

It was a pleasure to see you today.

We started the class with our usual moaning of how long the week is and how we can't wait for the weekend to be here :)

We also looked at how the English language has changed with the internet. We watched a clip from an interview with David Crystal, an eminent and Honorary professor of Linguistics, where he explains in a nutshell how language evolved with technological breakthroughs like printing, the telephone, the TV and now the Internet. You truly amazed me with your ability to decipher the language "codes" that teens and even some adults use nowadays to communicate by text or WhatsApp or other social media - WTF! (Ooops, I hope you don't know this one )

We then switched topics to that of medicine and immunology to be more precise. You explained in very good English and with lots of details how research in this field is advancing, how processing times have been slashed, and what the possibilities are for the future. Of course, bacteria resistance to antibiotics is a global issue, but new preventive measures like the ones you're working on bring hope...

Also, accentuate/stress the A and not the O :)

Next meeting:  21 December at 18h00 (French time)

Recording of our session today: https://hipekids.zoom.us/rec/share/n0xFXvxAJCdHuZqzTDImMWzMJaqbfS9rhsiBdJKyFIB3b6ba5G5YqzbJjnhbKrpc.7N-gN1ghYV2Pe8aN

Passcode: 79VD&gzR

Have a lovely evening,

Miren

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Our last lesson. We chatted, read some Shakespeare and had a conversation about how mistakes contribute to progress.

Miren

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task types similar to those in Linguaskill, so candidates will be familiar with the question types

clear and easy off-the-page teaching

both online and offline resources.

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Resources to help you practice and prepare for the Linguaskill test, including online sample tests and tools, tips, videos and courses.

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Preparing for Linguaskill

We have a range of resources to help candidates who are preparing for a Linguaskill test. Our resources will help you:

Familiarise yourself with the test

Free online sample tests

Use these online sample tests to familiarise yourself with the types of questions used on Linguaskill. These sample tests do not provide a result or save your answers.

Note: The Reading and Listening sample test is not adaptive and is shorter than a real test. The Speaking sample test requires a headphone set and microphone.

Preparation videos

Watch our series of preparation videos.

Top Tips

Read our top tips for Linguaskill, created by our assessment specialists to give you the best chance of succeeding in your test:

Top tips videos

This video series provides tips on how best to prepare for Linguaskill, and what to expect during the tests.

Official Quick Guide to Linguaskill

The official test preparation companion, the Linguaskill Quick Guide includes:

10 hours of familiarisation and practice of the test

information on the test structure and examples of every question type in the test

hints and tips on how to succeed in the test.

Free online practice tests

Our practice tests help you get comfortable with the format and layout of the test while also providing you with feedback on the responses you have entered. You can take these practice tests as many times as you like.

Note: Linguaskill is an adaptive test that changes the questions based on your answers, to provide you with a score. Our practice tests are not adaptive - there are three tests available, at elementary, intermediate, and advanced levels.

Important information - please clear the cache on your computer before taking these practice tests, this will refresh the data that may have previously been entered.

Reading and Listening practice tests

Writing sample responses

We have examples of Writing responses for each level and test section. They demonstrate the content that needs to be written in order to achieve the different levels. Examiner commentary is given to explain the reasons behind why each level was achieved.

Writing assessment criteria

The Linguaskill Writing Assessment Criteria are a useful guide for teachers and students who want to understand more about how the writing test is assessed. However, please note that the writing test is marked using our AI Marker. This technology allows us to assess against a wider range of CEFR descriptors than is possible to include in examiner marked assessment criteria.
Linguaskill writing assessment criteria

Writing Practice

Want to practise your written English? Write & Improve gives you feedback in seconds.

This free online tool includes specific Linguaskill Business-related writing topics, it is a fantastic way to improve your writing skills.

Speaking Practice

Speak and Improve is a great way to practise your speaking skills and get used to the experience of taking an online speaking test like Linguaskill.

Learn and improve your English

Cambridge English Empower

Cambridge English Empower is a general course that covers all levels of the CEFR. You can choose a course to suit your needs, from A1-C1.
View a sample of the Empower book
A recommended course for Linguaskill, Empower offers:

a six-level, 80-120-hour English course

task types similar to those in Linguaskill, so candidates will be familiar with the question types

clear and easy off-the-page teaching

both online and offline resources.

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Resources to help you practice and prepare for the Linguaskill test, including online sample tests and tools, tips, videos and courses.

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Qui utilise Linguaskill ?

Exemples d'entreprises et d'établissements d'enseignement supérieur qui utilisent et acceptent Linguaskill :
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Comment préparer Linguaskill | Cambridge English

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Exemples d'entreprises et d'établissements d'enseignement supérieur qui utilisent et acceptent Linguaskill : En savoir plus Contactez-nous Besoin de conseil ? Contactez notre équipe à Paris pour plus d'informations sur nos examens. Contactez-nous

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Préparation LINGUASKILL

Il est indispensable de se familiariser avec le LINGUASKILL avant de le passer. On évite ainsi les surprises et on se donne toutes les chances d'optimiser son score sans être dérouté par les formats de questions. C'est pour cela que nous avons créé le module LINGUASKILL Preview d'une heure environ (gratuit)

Pour les plus exigeants qui veulent améliorer leurs résultats, le LINGUASKILL Course a été conçu comme un kit de préparation complet avec examens blancs, fiches de préparation, entraînement systématique aux différents formats de questions. Le tout réalisable en ligne et à distance.
LINGUASKILL Preview (gratuit) LINGUASKILL Course

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Les examens d'anglais Lingaskill General et Business de Cambridge

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Linguaskill, ces certifications modernes, informatisées, adaptatives ont pris le leadership pour la formation continue, les entreprises et le CPF

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Our lesson was about conversations we dread and we discussed one you had had with an employee who had an unfortunate way of dealing with people and was upsetting the team.

She did not have a good form of communication - an inappropriate way of communicating with people.

Didn't have good behavior - did not behave professionally.

Pushed back - withdrew

Angry against - angry with

Propose some missions - propose some relevant projects

Transient manager - interim

Searching a new position - looking for another position

Way of management - management strategy

Aware about it - aware of it

Vocabulary

Autocratic

Idioms

One bad egg

In the right/wrong seat on the bus

Drive wedges between people

We need to work on the use of "in fact" and "impressive," both of which you use frequently, as there is a better way to begin a sentence

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This report aims to provide an overview of Eric Richier's successful completion of the 20-hour English Conversation lessons with me,

as part of a wider course which includes a focus on grammar with other teachers. Eric, an adult learner, has demonstrated dedication

and commitment throughout the course, focusing on developing confidence with his speaking skills, broadening vocabulary

outside of his scientific specialism and working with pronunciation, rhythm and stress.

Eric actively engaged in the course and showed remarkable communication skills. He consistently demonstrated a strong grasp

of the topics we discussed and focused work in improving his English oral skills. He was able to maintain and elevate our conversations

showing clear understanding of the subjects and clear expression of his ideas.

Eric displayed exceptional attendance throughout the better part of 2023, attending scheduled classes without fail or tardiness,

demonstrating once more his dedication and enthusiasm for learning, and allowing him to maximise his learning opportunities and

making the most of each session.

It was an absolute pleasure to meet with Eric on a weekly basis, and to not only share and discuss ideas but also to learn from his experiences and

knowledge.

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We had a look at an article about management and how to deal with a crisis. It was interesting to find out that your company's approach to manageemt is servant leadership, in other words bottom up as opposed to the traditional pyramid with top management at the top making all the decisions.

We've change a lot of ways - we've changed a lot with regard to the way we manage.

We have launch a new - we have just launched

Project were stopped - was

Very serious studies - complex studies

By consequence to diminish the effect of HIV - to reduce the effects

Be able listen people - listen to people

Improve every time our processes - continually improve

Have the good knowledge - have sound knowledge

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This leadership lesson plan for advanced learners is based on a video in which Amy C. Edmondson gives advice on how to lead in crisis.

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In this class, I met Eric. We discussed various topics, and by the end, I had a clearer understanding of what areas he needs to work on to improve his English skills.

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In this class, we covered some new vocabulary related to languages, but initially, he was informed about areas for improvement to enhance his language skills further.

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During this lesson, Eric proceeded to review the identical phrases he observed during the previous class, engaging in discussions about each statement to express his agreement or disagreement.

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In this class, Eric discussed his profession and the tasks involved in his work. He utilized various techniques to enhance his speech fluency, including the use of linkers and idiomatic expressions. Eric effectively communicated about his field of specialization using natural language.

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In this particular course, Eric thoroughly analyzed connecting words that serve the purposes of indicating intention, outcome, and reasons behind certain actions. He fully comprehended the essential aspects of utilizing these connectors and subsequently engaged in a multitude of exercises to solidify his grasp on this notion.

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IIn this class, Eric utilized the knowledge gained to discuss his job, it was remarkable to witness his progress simply by incorporating appropriate linking words. He received corrections when necessary and was pleased to observe how his speech could transform by consistently utilizing this technique in his daily life.

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In this particular lesson, Eric took the time to update me on his recent activities. In return, I provided him with a comprehensive overview of my recent holiday experiences. I must say, he skillfully integrated a plethora of linking words into his communication today. I must commend him for his excellent work and attention to detail.

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In this particular session, Eric provided detailed explanations about his field, offering valuable knowledge on viruses and bacteria, all while consistently using correct verb tenses and incorporating smooth transitions between ideas. Furthermore, we delved into the topic of possible cultural shocks that may arise when visiting more risky travel destinations.

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In this lesson, Eric reviewed some grammar in order to understand the use of questions. He checked how to form questions, recalled grammar structures, created questions, and also learned how to decline answering certain questions.

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In this lesson, Eric continued to work on grammar and vocabulary. He answered some questions and was corrected when needed. He also read a text about two people and did some reading comprehension exercises. Finally, he provided me with some expressions to use vocabulary and phrases to construct a complete response.

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In this lesson, Eric continued checking some vocabulary related to making questions. He worked on writing them and received corrections when needed, especially with the verbs in the past simple.

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In this particular lesson, Eric expressed his deep passion for various sports, with a particular focus on rugby. He elaborated on his love for the sport and delved into the intricacies of competitions, which also encompassed the financial aspects that come into play.

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In this lesson, Eric acquired the skills to articulate future events by utilizing various future tense constructions. The session included a presentation of relevant grammatical concepts, followed by several engaging activities. The lesson concluded with speaking practice and a focus on error correction.

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In this lesson, Eric continued to focus on the future tenses, building on what he had previously learned. He engaged in several additional activities that allowed him to practice and apply his knowledge effectively. Ultimately, he dedicated a significant portion of the lesson to practicing his speaking skills. During this time, it was noticeable that he demonstrated greater accuracy compared to his performance in the previous lesson. This improvement highlighted his growing confidence and understanding of the material, which was encouraging to see as he progressed in his learning journey.

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In this lesson, Eric demonstrated a thorough understanding of the grammar presentation concerning both the zero and first conditional forms. He engaged with this topic effectively, showcasing his skills as he completed various grammar activities related to the conditionals. Additionally, during the lesson, he actively participated in speaking exercises where he used these conditionals in conversation. His efforts in working on this subject were commendable, as he not only grasped the concepts but also effectively applied them in real-life contexts through his spoken language.

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In this particular lesson, Eric had the opportunity to observe the grammar presentation focusing on both the second and third conditional structures, which are essential for expressing hypothetical situations. During this session, it became necessary for me to explain both the past simple and past perfect tenses in detail so that he could clearly understand their roles within the overall structure of the language. It was important for me to ensure that he grasped these concepts thoroughly. Thankfully, he was able to understand the task at hand, and he expressed a readiness to apply this knowledge in practice in future lessons. This preparation will undoubtedly aid him as he moves forward in his studies.

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Conditional exercises about the zero, first, second and third conditionals

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In this lesson, Eric talked in detail about his recent holidays. He shared with me all of the wonderful experiences he had during that time, recounting various activities and events he participated in. After he finished sharing his stories, we engaged in an error correction process that was aimed at helping him grasp how he could enhance his speaking skills. This was particularly focused on improving his ability to describe past events more effectively and accurately, allowing him to communicate his thoughts and experiences more clearly when discussing what had happened in the past.

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In this lesson, Eric took a moment to recall the use of conditionals, which are important for expressing hypothetical situations. After reflecting on this topic, he began to share insights about his life by using these conditional forms. However, he encountered some difficulty when it came to the third conditional, feeling that he needed more practice to fully grasp it. As a result of this struggle, it is clear that this particular aspect of conditionals will be revisited and further explored in upcoming lessons to help him improve and gain confidence.

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In this lesson, Eric had the opportunity to explore the various ways we can discuss the concept of success. He discovered several expressions related to success that helped him articulate his thoughts more effectively. After learning about these expressions, he engaged in practice exercises to reinforce his understanding and application of them. Furthermore, he read an insightful text that delved deeper into the topic of success, allowing him to gain a broader perspective. To conclude the lesson, he answered a series of questions designed to evaluate his comprehension and encourage him to reflect on what he had learned throughout the session.

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In this particular lesson, Eric focused on learning various collocations that are commonly used when discussing the concept of time. He engaged with the material effectively, demonstrating his ability to handle a task that required a significant amount of memorization. Throughout the session, he successfully placed several words in their appropriate positions within sentences, showcasing his understanding of how these collocations function together. After completing this exercise, he proceeded to answer a series of questions related to the collocations he had just practiced, further reinforcing his grasp of the topic and ensuring that he could apply what he learned in practical scenarios.

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Elementary Grammar | Time Expressions Gap Fill Exercise | esl-lounge Student

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Elementary Time Expressions Gap Fill Exercise

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In this lesson, Eric focused on understanding some important grammar concepts related to relative pronouns. He learned how to use these pronouns effectively in sentences, which is a crucial skill for improving his writing and speaking abilities. After the grammar presentation, various activities were conducted to reinforce what he had learned. Eric participated actively in these exercises, and he did a commendable job demonstrating his grasp of the material. However, it is worth noting that the grammar presentation itself took a considerable amount of time to complete, which meant that there was less time available for the subsequent activities. Overall, the lesson was informative and beneficial for Eric's learning.

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Exercises Explanation Downloads

Defining relative clauses - who, which, that, where

Exercise 1

Choose the correct relative pronouns to complete the following defining relative clauses.

Defining relative clauses

We use defining relative clauses to specify which person, thing or place we are talking about.

Who, which, where

We use who for people.

He met the police officer who saved his life.

We use which for things and animals.

He put on the suit which he wore for special occasions.

We use where for places.

This is the hotel where we spent our honeymoon.

That

We can use that instead of who or which. But we often use who for people and which/ that for things.

He's the neighbour who /that helped us to move out.

Change the cable which /that connects the computer to the printer.

Be careful with these common mistakes!

We cannot use * what or an expression like * that he/she etc. in this type of relative clauses.

That's the student that /who I told you about. (NOT the student what I told you about)

That's the man that /who tried to steal my wallet. (NOT the man that he tried to steal my wallet.)

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Defining relative clauses. Use of the relative pronouns who, which, where, that. English grammar and exercises. Gap-filling and multiple choice exercises.

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In this particular lesson, Eric shared with me all the details about his weekend experiences, and he elaborated on several sporting events that he attended during that time. Throughout our conversation, he skillfully utilized both past tenses and future tenses to convey his thoughts. It was fascinating to hear him describe not only what he had done but also what he was looking forward to in the future. His ability to switch between these tenses made it clear that he had a strong grasp of the language and could express himself effectively.

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Eric dedicated himself to thoroughly understanding various requests that were presented to him, and he was also given the opportunity to deliver a grammar presentation. He performed exceptionally well in this area, demonstrating his grasp of the subject matter and engaging effectively with his audience!

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Eric engaged in exploring different ways to articulate his thoughts regarding his decisions. He shared various examples with me, illustrating how he can effectively communicate this process. During our discussion, we also addressed some corrections for any errors that arose. This collaborative effort allowed him to refine his approach and gain more clarity in expressing himself.

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In this lesson, Eric focused on creating additional examples related to decision-making. He put in a lot of effort and worked diligently throughout the session. As a result of his hard work, he was able to provide me with several relevant examples that illustrated the points we were discussing. His ability to come up with these examples demonstrated his understanding of the material, and I appreciated his contributions during the lesson.

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In this lesson, we conducted a thorough review of conditionals, and he demonstrated a clear understanding of this topic by engaging with several examples that were provided. Through these examples, he was able to grasp the concepts effectively and apply them in different situations.

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Eric has demonstrated commendable dedication and enthusiasm throughout the 15 English sessions we have completed together. As a B2/C1 level student, he has shown a solid understanding of the English language and has made notable progress in both grammar and language use, particularly in speaking.

Focus Areas

1. Grammar:
During our sessions, we concentrated on refining Eric’s grammatical accuracy. He was introduced to complex sentence structures, verb tenses, and conditionals, which are crucial for achieving fluency at his level. Regular exercises and targeted corrections helped him to become more confident in his grammatical choices.

2. Language Use in Speaking:
Eric actively engaged in discussions and role-plays to practice his speaking skills. He was encouraged to incorporate newly learned vocabulary and expressions into his speech. Feedback was provided after each speaking exercise, and he was motivated to apply corrections in subsequent sessions. This iterative process has helped him improve his communicative competence.

3. Encouragement and Corrections:
Throughout the course, I emphasized the importance of using the language actively. Eric received constructive feedback on his pronunciation, intonation, and fluency, which he embraced positively. His willingness to accept corrections and his determination to implement them have been key factors in his progress.

Achievements

Increased confidence in speaking English, particularly in spontaneous conversation.

Improved grammatical accuracy, with a noticeable reduction in errors during speaking and writing tasks.

Enhanced vocabulary range, enabling him to express ideas more clearly and effectively.

Recommendations

While Eric has made significant strides, it is recommended that he continues his studies to further solidify his language skills. Here are a few suggestions for his continued progress:

1. Daily Practice: Regularly speaking English, whether through conversation with peers or language exchange partners, will help him maintain and enhance his fluency.

2. Reading and Listening: Engaging with English media—such as books, podcasts, and films—will expose him to varied language use and idiomatic expressions, enriching his vocabulary and comprehension.

3. Structured Study: Continuing with structured lessons, focusing on advanced grammar and complex language functions, will further elevate his proficiency.

Conclusion

Overall, Eric has shown impressive development in his English language skills over the course of our sessions. His motivation and hard work are commendable, and with continued study and practice, he has the potential to reach even greater heights in his language proficiency.I look forward to seeing his continued growth in the future.