Englisch schnell lernen in Leipzig
What are contractions in English? Contractions are shortened forms of two words, typically consisting of a subject and a verb, or a verb and a pronoun. For example, „I am“ can be contracted to „I’m,“ and „you will“ can be contracted to „you’ll.“ Contractions are widely used in spoken English and informal writing. Contractions are[…]
Callan Method, teaching beginners directly in the new language. No need to use learners’ first language. English and only English is more than enough to create a meaningful and satisfying English learning experience. Here is how:
Learning complex English grammar at a B1 level (CEFR) in Leipzig can be fun, fast and easy. The Callan Method Organisation has created a bespoke grammar learning experience and published the B1 Grammar Book to support and expand the general English course. The material in the B1 Grammar Book is organised thematically. English tenses, prepositions,[…]
The 5 Elements of the Callan Method Lesson 5 activities in 50 Minutes A Callan-Method lesson typically lasts 50 minutes and contains 5 elements. 1. “Ask me a question with the word…“ We start and end with the same 2 minute activity. I call it: “Ask me a question with the word…“ for example: Ask[…]
The Pursuit of Perfection: error correction in the Callan Method When it comes to correction during a Callan Method lesson the key word is ‘strategy’. Whether you naturally gravitate towards positive reinforcement, constructive criticism or free conversation, you shouldn’t leave error correction to chance. STRATEGY Focusing on one linguistic element and explicitly correcting the selected[…]
The Q&A Routine The Question & Answer Routine is probably the biggest perceived difference between the Callan Method and the traditional teaching methods. — What’sthiswhatstis?it’sapen. (10 words) Isthisapenisthisapen?noitis’ntapenit’sapencil. (18 words) Isthispencillongisthispencillong?nothispencilisn’tlongit’sshort. (18 words) — One can comfortably say 42 words in 9 seconds at the speed of about 300 words a minute. Some people speak[…]
