Commands in French.
Understanding the importance of giving commands as a ski instructor and how to give a command in French.
My favourite language learning tools and apps.
When it comes to learning a new language, having the right tools can make all the difference. Here are my top five tools and apps that are not only engaging, but genuinely helpful too.
How to even out your Language Skills: A guide to improving your Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing.
Whether you're learning English or French, mastering the four key language skills - speaking, listening, reading, and writing - is essential. In this post, I’ll explain how to figure out which skill area you need to improve the most and provide practical tips to help you advance in that area.
Bonjour, Hola, Hello! The Joys and Challenges of Speaking a Foreign Language on holiday.
Discover the joys and challenges of speaking a second language on holiday and whilst living abroad, as I share personal stories and insights that can inspire you to improve your language skills.
Ski Instructors: How to grade your language.
Understanding how and why to grade your language is important for ski instructors who teach skiers whose first language is not the same as their own. It is also really useful for instructors learning to teach in a second language.
Le or la? How to identify if a French word is masculine or feminine.
Tips and tricks on how to identify if a French word is masculine or feminine. Learn the general patterns as well as exceptions to the rules.
Beyond the Four Walls: Exploring the Benefits of Learning Languages Outdoors
Learning languages doesn't have to be confined to the classroom. Discover the advantages of learning languages outdoors in this post.
‘Tu’ or ‘vous’ made simple.
‘Tu’ and ‘vous’ both mean ‘you’, so when do you use them? This article lays it out simply and answers all your questions.
Learn languages using children’s books and cartoons.
This blog post explains how the simple stories and images found in children’s books and cartoons can help you learn a language.
How learning new things helps you become a better teacher
Empathise with your students, revitalise your own teaching skills, and become a better teacher by learning a new skill.
The Benefits of Learning a Second Language
Learn a second language and open the doors to a number of benefits. From improving job prospects and making new friends to improving your memory and multi-tasking ability, why not give it a go?
BASI Second Language Test
Many ski instructor associations require you to pass the Second Language Exam for your ISIA. Ace your BASI test with my specialised online course.
How to start learning a language
The five most important steps to take when you start learning a language.