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Arts & Humanities > English Language English pronunciation for the ESL learner

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Good pronunciation is something to which all learners of English aspire. For ESL learners, however, it is far more necessary than for students who do not actually live in an English speaking world. The latter may only need the language for their work or for travelling: the former are likely to need it daily as they strive to ... More..

Arts & Humanities > Language Learning Tips What to learn first in any language

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Kalimera. Bonjour. Guten Morgen. Buenas dias. The natural and easiest place to start learning a new language is being able to greet people, followed closely, I believe, by Thank You and Please and Goodbye. With just these few words and plenty of smiles, it is so simple to create a friendly impression and begin the process of ... More..

Arts & Humanities > Language Learning Tips Why childhood is a critical period for language learning

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As an EFL teacher, I feel strongly that childhood is the best time to start learning a new language. I am not talking about children learning lists of verbs, grammar rules, writing or even reading. What I believe is so important is pronunciation, a feel for the sounds of the language itself and, this can definitely be achieve... More..

Travel > Africa & Middle East Travel destinations: Egypt

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Aswan and the NileAswan is where the railway line ends. So does the Egyptian Nile. As the country's most southerly city, there is only the road to Abu Simbel and boats on Lake Nasser that will take you to the border with Sudan. But, like visitors from down the centuries, it was Aswan we had come to see.Our morning train from ... More..

Travel > Africa & Middle East Travel experiences: Egypt

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Egypt - AlexandriaThe morning train from Cairo to Alexandria jolted and swayed, seemingly unable to pick up speed. But for twenty Egyptian pounds - less than $3 - there was no cause for complaint so, we settled back to enjoy the three hour ride across the delta land of the Nile. Outside the winter landscape lay lifeless and d... More..

Health & Fitness > Diet Tips How to lose weight and keep it off

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Not another article on losing weight: it's enough to make you reach for the biscuit tin. But wait a minute. Is that really the answer? OK, so you will enjoy the taste but, think how annoyed you will feel with yourself minutes later. Then imagine how good you will feel if you manage to resist the temptation. Well, that approac... More..

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