Cafetalk Tutor's Column

From Fixed Frameworks to Fluid Lessons: The Joy of Tailoring English Online

  After years of teaching in classrooms—and a brief detour running a mountain farm, where I discove...

From One Conversation to a Calling

''It all started with a conversation...''I still remember the moment that sparked my love for teach...

The fun challenge - Five minutes a day to language learning success.

Receptive skills (reading and listening) are an important part of language learning.  A wise teache...

Focus on One Small Goal

Even if you’re busy, studying for just five focused minutes every day can help you improve quickly....

Learn French With Your Hands

French people talk with their hands. A shrug, a small gesture, can mean a whole sentence. In my cla...

A 5 minutes practice method to help you improve quickly

Hi, I’m Thulee.Do you Want to improve your English quickly and effectively? I’ll show you a simple ...

Talking about compass directions in English

Describing compass directions can be a bit tricky when it comes to remembering whether to use capit...

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!   It has been amazing to meet so many wonderful Asian p...

Halloween Game Night

Everyone knows that children dress up in costumes and ask for candy on Halloween.  Have you ever wo...

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom Personal Note I dedicate this story to my Japanese mom — the...

From Dream to Reality: My Anime-Fuelled Journey to the Heart of Japan.

As a British national preparing for my journey to Japan, I stand on the precipice of an adventure...

Reading to Think, Speak, and Understand

In my classes, reading is more than just looking at words on a page. It’s a way to think deeply, ex...

A speaking partner? AI vs Human beings

Why prioritize practicing with a partner over working with AI? 1️⃣ ChatGPT is like a fine sieve, it...

Link by Link: How to Keep Your Language Chain Alive - English Reading Comprehension - 3 Versions (A1/A2, B1, B2/C1)

A1–A2 Version Learning a new language is like building a chain. Every day you study, you add one ne...

Life as a Househusband – Changing Routines

I’ve had a lot of different routines over the years.Before moving to Shiga, I worked at an English ...