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Sur ENGLiSHCiRCLE.fr, la visioconférence se fait entre un apprenant et un formateur uniquement. Pas de cours d’anglais avec d’autres élèves qui n’ont forcément pas le même niveau et qui vous prennent du temps de parole.

ENGLiSHCiRCLE.fr optimise l’usage de la visioconférence et ne propose que des cours particuliers avec votre formateur dans la salle de cours. Tous nos cours d’anglais avec Pierre GESLiN, le professeur se font en face-à-face: Un professeur = Un élève apprenant!

Contactez Pierre GESLIN maintenant (+33 685 75 99 17) pour un entretien préliminaire GRATUIT pour définir vos besoins et établir un programme de cours. (pierre@pierregeslin.com).

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THE ART OF GOiNG NOWHERE…
No, Where…
Now, Here…

The art of stillness

By Siddhartha Roy

In an age characterized by aggressive haste and information overload, Pico Iyer’s talk on the art of stillness points us to “one of our greatest [and mostly forgotten] luxuries” — the empty space one arrives at by being still. This empty space, I believe, is partly the answer to THE grand challenge of our era: countering the growing assault on our attention and the consequent lack of mindfulness in work, relationships and, most importantly, our inner lives. If one is constantly distracted by pings, tweets and emails and only superficially engaged, we risk becoming cogs in the distraction economy, possibly even losing the capacity for compassion, contemplation and deep engagement.

Pico talks about taking a vacation “in time,” by “simply sitting still and going nowhere.” This should not be confused with discursive thought (or even passive rumination), which is often a primary source of human suffering. Instead, engaging in practices like mindfulness meditation, running or simply sitting still for long periods of time can offer us a refuge from the dizzying pace of our lives and help us reset our inner compass to what really matters. For example, when working 16+ hour days and facing a dearth of active reflection time at the height of uncovering the Flint Water Crisis, running on the streets of Blacksburg, Virginia at 2 a.m. was the only way I could stay sane. Or the ten days I spent on a meditation retreat in the Himalayas a few years ago that pointed me to a deep and messy inner world I could access after prolonged periods of externally-imposed stillness.

Pico shares a crucial insight: it’s only by going to a place of real quiet that we’ll have anything fresh or creative or joyful to share with the world. This also calls for mindful consumption of (and sometimes abstaining from) content, even though we may be drowning in emails and good television. In a time when every headline is screaming for us to lose our minds, the need for more of us to be calm and clear so as to think, reflect and act better cannot be exaggerated.

Pico’s talk is an amusing paradox — a travel writer extolling the virtues of “going nowhere.” Take a listen. And then, if you are so tempted, go. Go nowhere.

 

WORLD TEACHER’S DAY: October 5

Here’s to the best reward a teacher can get…
From Maxime, a student of mine of years ago…
Feeling grateful and humbled…
(as seen on Facebook)
#WorldTeacherDay

Pierre Geslin
Thank you Maxime!
You are too kind!
Hope you are happy and doing well…
And, if and when you have a spare moment, you are alway welcome on www.ENGLiSHCiRCLE.fr  and/or on www.facebook.com/MyENGLiSHCiRCLE/ !
Warm regards,
Pierre
#WorldTeacherDay

 

What explains the rise of humans?

Seventy thousand years ago, our human ancestors were insignificant animals, just minding their own business in a corner of Africa with all the other animals. But now, few would disagree that humans dominate planet Earth; we’ve spread to every continent, and our actions determine the fate of other animals (and possibly Earth itself). How did we get from there to here? Historian Yuval Noah Harari suggests a surprising reason for the rise of humanity.

When you know 3000 words, you understand 98% of all words used in spoken English!

 

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In the following Brochure you’ll find out exactly what the Oxford 3000 Word List is, how it was researched and compiled, and – most importantly – how it helps learners.

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Learning a new language can enrich your life in ways you wouldn’t expect, but it still sounds intimidating, doesn’t it? Kids seem to pick up on new languages so easily, but once you’re a bit older… well, it’s tough to learn new skills in general.

And it can be expensive, too. There are a ton of costly options, from online courses to night school to full college or university courses. Get started writing and speaking Spanish with two self-paced courses from La Universidad Politécnica de Valencia. The first course is 7 weeks long and teaches basic conversational skills and verb conjugation. Practice writing and speaking everyday phrases and get an introduction to Spanish culture. Go further with part two, a 4-week, self-paced online Spanish course that teaches more advanced phrases and vocabulary you can also learn about in this english tuition classes found at https://www.slcedu.sg/english-tuition-singapore.

Online learning has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. It offers flexibility and accessibility to students of all ages and backgrounds, regardless of their location or schedule. Moreover, online learning platforms are constantly improving, providing interactive and engaging experiences that can be just as effective as traditional classroom settings. One example is the use of LMS for healthcare training, which enables healthcare professionals to learn and develop new skills at their own pace, while also providing a platform for ongoing professional development. With the rapid advancements in technology, the possibilities for online learning are endless, making it an excellent option for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and skills.

Becoming fluent, or even just mastering enough of a language to carry a conversation, can be a huge help if you’re considering expanding your business into a new market, or accepting a job in another country. Some languages can even help you do better business here at home. Learning a new language can also create opportunities for you to work as an interpreter. A recent search of Indeed.com showed strong demand, over 2,000 open job listings, for interpreters in a variety of languages. Fluency in a second language is a unique and rare skill that can be used for career growth and advancement. French language tutors, for instance, play a pivotal role in helping individuals develop this skill, ultimately expanding their professional horizons.

Business English eLearning. Fun, free and fabulous.

“BEhereBEthere” is an interesting and quality eLearning website where you can improve your ENGLiSH in a number of ways, most of it for FREE.

The founder, owner and main content creator of “BEhereBEthere” is Paul Emmerson. Paul is a leading figure in Business English worldwide. He works as a writer, teacher, teacher trainer and website writer.

copy-logo-bhbtweb-box3As a writer, Paul has produced numerous Business English books that are used in language schools and university departments all over the world. These books include Email English, Business Grammar Builder, Business Vocabulary Builder and Business English Handbook.

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Business English eLearning. 100% free. Have fun with videos, screencasts, flashcards, quizzes and much more.
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How to?: Thinking OUTSIDE the Box.. 1

Get into The BOX…before being able to think OUTSIDE of it
A truly inspiring article for all.
http://blogs.hbr.org/pallotta/2011/11/stop-thinking-outside-the-box.html

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How well do you speak English? Do you know?

Check out your language Levels with the Self Assessment Grid of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)

Create your Language ePortfolio now! 1

The EAQUALS-ALTE ePortfolio (e ELP) has been created to act as a tool to help you develop your capacity to reflect on objectives, ways of learning and success in language learning, as well as plan and assume more responsibility for your own learning.

The ePortfolio uses electronic technologies as a container (rather than the folder in the paper-based version) allowing you to store items in many media (scanned documents, audio, video, graphics) – this becomes a digital archive of your work which allows you to develop a portfolio that meets your goals.

It is important for you to register for access to the ePortfolio as your email address will be used to keep you informed of upgrades to the ePortfolio.

Register to download your EAQUALS-ALTE ePortfolio

You can also download the EAQUALS ALTE Guided Pathway: A Guide to Navigating the EAQUALS ALTE Electronic European Portfolio. This Guided Pathway will help you work with your eELP.

View EAQUALS ALTE Guided Pathway PDF

Europass – Get your Europass Language Passport and be mobile! 1

 

 

Europass brings together into a single framework several existing tools for the transparency of diplomas, certificates and competences. Helping citizens to better communicate and present their qualifications and skills throughout Europe, Europass will promote both occupational mobility, between countries. Read more he 

A Joke a Day! 1

A new Joke every day!
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Test of English for International Communication: On-line trial 1

Exam Description:

The TOEIC test is a two-hour, paper-and-pencil, multiple-choice test that consists of 200 questions divided into two separately-timed sections:

Section I: Listening: This section consists of 100 questions and is delivered by audiocassette. It is divided into four parts. Examinees listen to a variety of statements, questions, short conversations, and short talks recorded in English, then answer questions based on the listening segments. The Listening section takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Part 1: Photographs 20 items (4-choice)
  • Part 2: Question-Response 30 items (3-choice)
  • Part 3: Short Conversations 30 items (4-choice)
  • Part 4: Short Talks 20 items (4-choice)

Section II: Reading. The Reading section consists of 100 questions presented in written format in the test booklet. Examinees read a variety of materials and respond at their own pace to questions based on the item content. The Reading section lasts approximately 75 minutes.

  • Part 5: Incomplete Sentences 40 items (4-choice)
  • Part 6: Error Recognition 20 items (4-choice)
  • Part 7: Reading Comprehension 40 items (4-choice)

Examinees respond to test questions by marking one of the letters (A), (B), (C), or (D) with a pencil on a separate answer sheet. Although the actual testing time is approximately two hours, additional time is needed to allow examinees to complete the biographical questions on the answer sheet and to respond to a brief questionnaire about their educational and work history. Therefore, you should allow approximately 21/2 hours to take the test.

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Kind regards,

Pierre