Why I Study English

When meeting someone for the first time, it can be a little awkward starting a conversation. This is especially the case if you do not have someone introduce you. Below are six steps to help you introduce someone to your friends. Try it out.  INTRODUCE YOUR FRIENDS RIGHT AFTER SAYING HI. ...  INTRODUCE THEM BY THEIR NAMES. ...  DESCRIBE YOUR FRIENDS BRIEFLY AND HIGHLIGHT THEIR STRENGTHS/BEST   QUALITIES. ...  POINT OUT SIMILARITIES IN INTERESTS/BACKGROUND/LIFESTYLE. ...  INVOLVE EVERYONE IN CONVERSATIONS (FILL THEM IN) ...  GIVE THEM TIME TO TALK TO EACH OTHER.

I want to talk to E-Track students but I am shy. What should I do? This is a common question students ask me. My answer is to visit Peer English Practice (PEP). You can talk to SLI interns who are mostly E-Track students. Conversations are for 20 minutes about any topic. In addition to talking with GTFs in the English Lounge, you can also talk with students. Why don't you try it? visit www.tiugti.com to make a reservation. Go today!!!  

Did you know there are many study resources available on the tiugti.com website? By clicking the Study link, you can find listening/speaking and reading/writing resources. When you visit the English Lounge, you might have played games or discussed topics using some of these resources. The Global Teaching Institute is always looking for ways to provide English language learning support for students. Do you have any recommendations for us?

Hau from the English Plaza Team Every morning, I go to the Oregon Cafe to have a cup of coffee. I think the coffee is good, but more importantly, I like talking to the English Plaza interns. On Wednesday mornings, Hau is behind the counter. He is always friendly and is happy to serve his customers. I ask him questions about his classes and work in the EP. Below is an example from our conversation. George:  Good morning, Hau. Can I have some coffee, please? Hau: Of course. Can I have your ID card, please? George: Here you go. How is your morning so far? Hau: Going well. I just finished my study abroad application. George: When are you planning to study abroad? Hau: Next spring. I want to go to Europe, but I don't know which country. George: That's great Hau. I'm happy to hear that you will be studying abroad. What will you study? Hau: I'm thinking about computer programming, but it's not decided. I just really want to go to Europe. George: ...