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Topic is too difficult? here's what to do

First, take a breath. Difficulty is not a sign that you’re failing—it’s a sign that you’re growing....

The Morning Adventure Club

Leo's Magical Morning!Hello, little learners!  Welcome to the Morning Adventure Club, where every d...

元払い／着払いって何？配達でよく使う言葉｜JP/EN/繫中

日本で荷物を送るとき、「元払い（もとばらい）」と「着払い（ちゃくばらい）」という言葉をよく見かけます。どちらも配達方法ですが、「誰が送料を払うか」がポイントです。「元払い」は「発払い（はつばらい）」...

Historical city: Idstein

  Have you heard of the historic oldtown of Idstein in Germany?Recently I'm becoming more and mor...

1,111 Days of Drawing!!

This tutor column is to celebrate a personal goal: to draw something, everyday, for as many days as...

You Can Do It! The Secret? Read On....

Have you ever felt that a goal (like learning a language) seemed too challenging?  When you think a...

What to do when a topic feels too difficult

Have you ever started learning something in English maybe a grammar rule, a listening exercise or e...

What if difficult just meant... unfamiliar?

"This is too difficult."   We've all said it. I know I have... But lately, something changed in the...

How to Pass the Eiken Interview with Confidence (Step-by-Step)

Are you feeling nervous about your Eiken interview?Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Many students feel...

?? Learn English with Music – A Fun and Effective Way!

?? Learn English with Music - A Fun and Effective Way! Hello everyone! ?? Did you know that music c...

A 30-Minute Day Trip from Nagoya: Explore Handa　名古屋から30分！半田市で楽しむ日帰り旅行

愛知県名古屋市から電車で約30分のところに、半田市という町があります。 半田市は、気軽に行ける日帰り旅行先として人気があります。 この町は、昔から酒や酢づくりで知られています。 実は、あのミツカンが...

Beyond "Good English" and Why Articulation Matters

Many learners aim for “good English”—correct grammar, a wide vocabulary, maybe even polished writin...

Job Interview Preparation Tutor

Ace Your English Job Interview: Simple Tips to Boost Your Confidence Preparing for a job interview ...

The Dog Who Changed My Life

Every morning, before I even open my eyes, Mocca comes to wake me up. He has done so every morning....

English Idioms Challenge - Week 12

Hey all! Welcome back to a column dedicated to English idioms!  This time, I'm sharing some idioms...

What to Do When a Topic Feels Too Difficult

Here are a few simple strategies that can help:   Break it down – Focus on one small part at a time...

【一週兩次・讀台灣】嘉義BRT性騷擾事件 婦女團體呼籲勇敢求助

【一週兩次・讀台灣】 教科書を飛び出し、台湾の「今」を知り、生きた台湾華語をマスターしませんか？ 毎週2回、最新の台湾ニュースを題材に、台湾特有の文化、時代を映す言い回し、そして興味深い社会現象を...

Tutor Rankings for April

I think it's important for teachers to be transparent about some of the behind-the-scenes of their ...

First Lesson With Hikmat: “Diagnostic & Strategy Session

Our first lesson is not just a casual introduction. It is a focused session where I: Assess your cu...

Why you feel stuck (even if you’re improving)

You’re not a beginner anymore. You understand more than before. You can say more than before.   And...

A Little Story About the Word Optimal

Hello, this is Emiko.H. Today, I’d like to talk about the word “optimal.” The other day, I had a sa...