Thanksgiving Vocabulary for ESL Students
Thanksgiving is a special time of year in the United States, full of traditions, food, and family gatherings. All of which make a great opportunity for F1 Visa students to be immersed in American culture. For ESL students, learning Thanksgiving vocabulary can be a fun way to connect with the holiday and improve their English…
Read MoreUnderstanding Common U.S. Slang
If you’re new to the U.S. or studying English through an ESL F-1 visa program or ESOL F-1 visa program, one thing you’ll quickly notice is that Americans love their slang! Slang can be confusing but also a lot of fun once you start picking it up. It’s a casual, conversational language that doesn’t always…
Read MoreBest Destinations in Atlanta for ESL Students
If you’re interested or currently studying English as a Second Language (ESL) in Atlanta, there’s no shortage of exciting places to explore while improving your language skills. If you’re actively enrolled in an ESL F-1 visa program or an F-1 intensive English program in Atlanta, these destinations are great for practicing English in real-world situations.…
Read MoreThe Most Unusual Words in the English Language
English is a very complicated and sometimes silly language. So much so that sometimes even native English speakers can’t help but ponder and laugh at some words, because we can’t help but find them silly. At our accredited ESL school in Atlanta, we like to teach our ESL and ESOL F-1 students a fun, sillier…
Read MoreSpeaking Versus Writing Versus Reading
Did you know that English is not only considered an international language, but also officially considered a global language? This means that learning English can literally open a whole new world of possibilities! Whether you’re aiming to chat comfortably with new friends, write in-depth novels, or dive into captivating literature, mastering the trifecta of speaking,…
Read MoreHow Traveling Abroad Can Affect Language Learning
Whether you’re dreaming of trying new local coffee shops, riding the famous adrenaline-packed roller coasters, soaking up the sun at a waterpark, or trying some delicious food, traveling abroad offers more than just beautiful sights. It’s a way to immerse yourself in a new language, and to learn authentic ways of speaking from natives! We…
Read MoreTechnology In ESL Classrooms
Technology has grown into a critical component of English as a Second Language (ESL) classrooms. Our Atlanta-based ESL school uses technology to enhance learning outcomes for F-1 visa students in our intensive English courses. While there is a wealth of information and research indicating that technology has advantages for learning languages in a classroom setting,…
Read MoreDifferences Between American and British English
British English and American English are two dialects of English with subtle differences between them. These two dialects often confuse ESL students. The primary categories of differences include vocabulary, pronunciation, and spelling. Spelling is most likely the difference that new ESL students will encounter. The historic reasoning for spelling differences is that British English tends…
Read MoreCulture Shock: What it is and How to Manage it
What is “Culture Shock?” “Culture shock” is the experience of feeling anxious, confused, homesick or lost while living in a foreign culture. These feelings arise when the host culture creates unfamiliar and sometimes uncomfortable experiences as a part of daily life. This is a common experience for international students who come to study in the…
Read MoreEnglish Words with Spanish Roots
The English Island, located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, offers the highest quality English as a second language (ESOL) courses in Atlanta, Georgia. Many of our students come from Spanish speaking countries seeking English as a second language lessons (ESL), and they are often surprised by the abundance of words used in English that are derived…
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