English Civilization: Literature, History and General Culture of Anglophone countries to fit your personal needs!

From 35 € /h

Wether you need to prepare for an exam, a business meeting with colleagues, or are just looking to improve your general culture, I would be happy to work with you and build your knowledge on English literature, history and culture.

I feel most confident in regards to American culture and history, but I do have university training in both British and Irish civilization. The classes I offer are more dynamic than regular University lectures, encouraging discussions and understanding of social and cultural phenomena. What you should expect is a lot of reading, funny videos and educational material. Do not let the Social sciences scare you: they can be a lot of fun, too!

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

COVID-19 UPDATE: With few exceptions, all classes offered are online, until the situation is considered safe enough for face-to-face classes. Contact me for further information.

My name is Joanna. I recently graduated English philology at the Sorbonne Nouvelle and was at the top of my class. I have spent most of my time traveling around the world and getting to know different cultures and people.

For me English is something more than a language. Nowadays it has become a gate to an ever-growing global community which encompasses people from all nations. You literally hear it everywhere you go. Funny enough, the first language a French native and a German native would probably pick in order to speak with one another... you guessed it, it's usually English! I find that fascinating.

But in a world where everyone speaks English, how many people can say they really know English? With an extremely rich vocabulary, complicated grammar and pronunciation that makes no sense to most foreign speakers, it is no wonder that today most of us find themselves either speaking "broken English" or completely shut down and fail to interact, even though we have all the tools necessary.

This is exactly why I chose to teach English the way I will - by conversing about popular cultural topics, exchanging cultural differences and learning idioms, learning everyday expressions while focusing on intonation, accent and a little bit of grammar and phonology.

I break down my English classes in 3 main components: spoken & everyday English, English grammar, and English culture, literature and civilization. This gives my students the chance to focus on one particular area they want to improve, or engage in a comprehensive program in order to see improvement in all of the above. In addition, I also offer essay/presentation corrections and English writing classes, so do not hesitate to contact me for more info!

Education

Université Paris 3 Sorbonne Nouvelle - Anglais/Etudes Internationales, GPA 3.7, top 2% of the class

An academic curriculum which focuses on the English language: Phonetics, Grammar, Oral and Written expression, British and American civilization, British and American Literature, Methodology of working with English as a foreign language. My second major (joint degree) offers a profound understanding of the political, economical and social aspects and history of the world, requiring the knowledge of at least two foreign languages at a university level.

Experience / Qualifications

Teaching in Language Centers (France)
University Training
C2 level or 8.5 obtained in the framework of The International English Language Testing System
CAE corresponding to upper C1/C2 level obtained in the framework of the Cambridge English Qualifications

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Bulgarian

Russian

Skills

English

English as a second language (esl)

English for adults

School

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Personalized English Grammar classes for all ages!

34 € /h

My name is Joanna and I am a Sorbonne Nouvelle English philology graduate. In this class, we will cover English grammar according to your personal needs: verb tenses, adjective & adverbs, nouns, sentence construction and proper English use. In order to improve your English grammar, I will first explain the problematic points to you, and then provide you with multiple exercices, which we will then correct together.

Do not hesitate to contact me for any questions and further information. Hope to hear from you soon!

English writing: Essay and Presentation correction, writing tips, vocabulary training for all needs and ages!

46 € /h

Do you need help with an essay, a professional presentation, a CV or a motivational letter in English?

Are you interested in how you could make your writing sound more confident and really get an idea across?

Do you need help with effective strategies to enhance your vocabulary?

Have you ever wondered what is the importance of a good paragraph and did you know that a single punctuation error could change the entire meaning of the sentence?

If you've answered yes to any of the above, or you simply find yourself curious, do not hesitate to contact me for further information!

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I’m known for being very patient, kind, and supportive, always creating a positive environment where my students feel comfortable and motivated to learn.

Classes are online .
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I'm offering individual and personalized classes according to your level , groups also are welcome to join. I help beginners speak confidently also I will adapt to your needs and objectives :Grammar, conversation, vocabulary and culture.
My method will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!
All material will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task

In addition, I can provide support in proofreading and translation. If you need help, I am here to listen.
About me:
Highly qualified English teacher, who prefer many methods of interacting with learners, because I think that every student has their own way of learning. I have gained extensive experience from my previous studies in the Master of Language Teaching Methods, my researches also have helped me to have a huge background about language aquisition, plus that I have worked as a tutor and translator in Europe for years.
So
Book your first lesson today because :
My students improved their grades by 30%
Learning new language can open extra doors for your career path.
I'm glad to put my experience in your service and answer your questions.
Any age or level is welcome also students of school or university.
I can lead you to pass international tests such as TOEFL and IELTS.
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At the same time, the learner will be 🚴‍♀️dynamic and well supervised by professional tutors who listen.
The atmosphere is distinguished: 🔥learning, interaction, no routine, no stress.

The learning tools used; videos, audios, texts, articles, images, games, stories...

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🇫🇷 Speak English with Confidence — Travel | Business | Exams | Conversation 🇬🇧
✨ Do you want to speak English more fluently, whether for travel, work, or passing an exam? This course is for you!
✨ I am a qualified and passionate teacher with many years of experience teaching languages. Here, you will learn English in a practical, motivating, and effective way.

👋🏼 My name is Nouhaila and I offer personalized, caring and dynamic lessons.
💬 In my classes, we talk from the beginning: no more fear, no more silence — only useful and lively English!

🌍 Choose your route:
✈️ English for Travel
→ Communicate at the airport, hotel, restaurant, on public transport...
→ Learn the expressions actually used by native speakers.
→ Go on an adventure without linguistic fear!

💼 Professional English
→ Vocabulary and structures for meetings, presentations, emails, negotiations...
→ Content tailored to your industry.
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🎓 Exam Preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge...)
→ Personalized training for the tests.
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→ Objective: succeed with serenity!

💬 Conversation Lessons
→ Varied themes: culture, society, travel, current events, daily life...
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→ Corrections, vocabulary, pronunciation, confidence: it’s all there!

🎁 Little bonus:
From your first reservation, you will have immediate access to a private virtual classroom containing all course materials:
interactive resources, grammar and vocabulary sheets, comprehension exercises, written and oral expression activities, etc.

✨ Ready to transform your English? Let's start now!

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My approach: Trust and kindness above all

Many of us have somewhat rigid memories of school learning. With me, forget the stress of mistakes or tedious grammar. My primary goal is to restore your confidence. We progress at your pace, with a gentle, patient, and personalized teaching approach. Whether you're starting from scratch or simply want to refresh your old school memories, I adapt completely to your needs.

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-Maintaining family ties: Ideal if you have bilingual grandchildren or grandchildren living abroad and you want to share more with them.

-Conversation & Culture: Discuss current events, literature, history or life in Ireland, while enjoying my clear and easy-to-understand native accent.

-Brain gymnastics: Using English as a fun and stimulating tool to maintain memory and cognitive plasticity.

Why choose me?
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Nice to meet you,

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