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What to do when you are having difficulties at learning new English vocabulary

There is no doubt that learning new English vocabulary takes a lot of work and effort, and there are no quick fixes, even if you are doing an English course. But…

How to identify the best Business English course for your company

When you don't have much free time for this kind of thing, it's important that your business English course is exactly right for your needs.

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IELTS preparation tips and tricks for the Writing Test

In this post we are going to look at the IELTS writing test and in particular we are going to give advice on IELTS exam preparation for the academic IELTS module.

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IELTS preparation tips and tricks for the Listening Test

Here we take a look at the tips and tricks you can use when tackling the IELTS Listening Test

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IELTS preparation tips and tricks for the Speaking Test

In the IELTS speaking test you will need to talk about yourself, the things you do and like and experiences you have had. Here's how to do it.

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IELTS preparation tips and tricks for the Reading Test

In this post we are going to look at the IELTS reading test and in particular we are going to give advice on exam preparation for the academic IELTS module.

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3 reasons why executive English courses make a positive impact on your business

We pull apart the essential components of a good executive English course, so you know what to look for, and how it will help you.

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What are the proven advantages of speaking English and being bilingual?

We should never assume that speaking English is a requisite if you want to be part of the global community. Here's a view on it.

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English for beginners: top common mistakes when learning a new language

Here are some top tips on the mistakes to avoid when you're starting to learn English.

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Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL): Definition

First question: can you just tell me who you are and what you do? I’m Edward Russell and I’m the Head of Teacher Training at the English Language Centre in…

How to know if you are ready for an advanced business English course

Find out if you have what it takes to join one of our Advanced Business English courses. Ready for a challenge?

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Ten websites for improving your English online

Learning English online: Coming to England and to take an English course is amazing, but what if that isn't an option?

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