by Mike Simpson | Nov 8, 2024 | Business, Education, English, ESL English, Professional Development, Vocabulary
Welcome. Are you ready to “collaborate” with me? and what does that really mean? Is it just a buzz word? If not, why is it important to know and use this word? Aside from interviews and usage by HR or human resources workers, there really is a trend and...
by Mike Simpson | Nov 8, 2024 | Seasons, Uncategorized, Vocabulary
Here’s a winter vocabulary list tailored for beginner to intermediate English learners. These words are grouped by categories such as seasons, temperature, precipitation, and clothing to make them easier to remember. Seasons Winter – the coldest season of the year,...
by Mike Simpson | Sep 24, 2024 | Canada, English, ESL English, Seasons, Vocabulary
I’d like to welcome you to fall and wish you a great season. Some of us students and some teachers, and all of us are likely interested in vocabulary like fall, also known as “autumn.” The question, among many, is should we say fall or autumn and is...
by Mike Simpson | Sep 8, 2024 | Business, Education, English, ESL English, Technology, Uncategorized, Vocabulary
The world of finance, business and international trade are complex and the ability to discuss these fields is a priority for anyone working in economics, or anyone studying advanced language use. Are you concerned about “outsourcing” or “global...
by Mike Simpson | Apr 22, 2024 | Culture, English, ESL English, Greetings, Speaking, Vocabulary
“Good morning,” or “How are you guys?” or even “What’s up?” could be heard as standard or slang greetings in a business, school or person setting, in places like Toronto, Canada, where I’m from. I’ve heard and...
by Mike Simpson | Nov 27, 2023 | Education, English, ESL English, Goals, Listening, Speaking, Vocabulary
You speak to people everywhere but aren’t sure if they are picking up everything that you say. How can you ensure your words reach them clearly and you are understood? This is not a simple question but there are approaches and strategies that English learners...
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Reading about Toronto History with Adam Bunch
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