Motivation!
Tagging along with the theme of storytelling and good speakers, this month we are focusing on the day to day. Let’s talk about what gets you motivated or inspired, here’s an inspirational speech from Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple computers. The first week we meet we’ll discuss the first half of this video and […]
Ski Trip!!
Como hicimos el año pasado, vamos a sacar nuestro inglés del aula y practicar en las pistas de esquí! El 11 de marzo (domingo) nos vamos a hacer esquí de fondo en el pirineo. Si nunca has hecho esquí de fondo, no te preocupes! Se aprende facil y irémos a un sitio con pistas variadas para […]
Grammar of the Month with Hannah: Say and Tell
Check out this video about Say and Tell. We will talk more and do an activity in class! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYZ3WjeOGog
Storytelling || with Casey
This months theme at English Alive is Say Something and we want to focus on small talk, public speaking and my personal favorite, storytelling. Throughout the month of February we will discuss what makes a good storyteller, plus share storytellers you admire and you’ll have the opportunity to hone your own storytelling skills by practicing in […]
Fluency!
This month in my classes we will talking about getting conversations started and flowing! This video is about some myths about fluency. (1:19) what is myth #1? (2:07) what is myth #2? (2:28) what is myth #3? Do you agree with his take on fluency? Please take a look at the video at least once […]
Tips for Memorization
While we are discussing memory let’s see if we can improve ours in anyway. Write down all 11 Tips and let’s discuss which ones you like best. As usual write down any new to you words or phrases so we can celebrate them and incorporate them into your personal vocabulary.
Sound of the Month: /ʌ/
This month we’re going to practice /ʌ/, which is quite similar to Spanish A sound. Here’s a video with lots of examples. If you have any questions, suggestions, or additional resources, put them in the comments!
Grammar of the Month with Dave: Past Simple!
Update: Here are the irregular verbs, in 3 formats: 1 . Video 2. Audio (right click to download) Irregular Verbs by Sound Group – English Alive Donostia and 3. Text Irregular Verbs by Sound Group – English Alive Donostia.pdf This month, we’re focusing on the past simple. To start, let’s work on the pronunciation of […]
Memory
In January, we’re going to present a new idea: Grammar of the month. We’re going to focus on a specific grammar topic, so you can see that here. To focus on that theme, we’re going to talk about memory. Check out this TED Talk. For the first week of classes, just watch the first 5 minutes.
Activity: Music Documentary!
En academia English Alive, aprovechamos de la oferta cultural donostiarra! Gracias al Dock of the Bay Festival de Cine Documental Musical de Donostia, tenemos una semana entera de documentales en VSOE. Y gracias a nuestra profesora Casey, tenemos una guía que nos acompañará al cine y será moderadora de una breve conversación después. La peli: https://vimeo.com/127216590 Quién: los […]
