What technology we use to learn English
Our Advanced class students at UKCE have explored various tech-driven methods, from apps to podcasts, to enhance their language skills.
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Tom Morss
- Sep 5
- 2 min
Don’t say ‘good’...
Unfortunately, you can’t just pick any word from the list of synonyms, as the word ‘good’ is used in several different ways.
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Tom Morss
- Aug 19
- 2 min
Thinking about starting an IELTS course?
The IELTS exam is a real challenge, even for fluent speakers of English. I would recommend that you think carefully about taking the exam...
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Tom Morss
- Mar 14
- 2 min
5 top tips for IELTS writing task 2
1. Enrol on a IELTS course at UKCE I wouldn’t recommend trying the IELTS exam without doing a course first. The IELTS exam tests both...
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Tom Morss
- Feb 22
- 2 min
The Benefits of a 4-day working week
Tired of the rat race*? The 5 day working week might be coming to an end (in some companies, at least) after a nationwide trial ended in...
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Tom Morss
- Feb 12
- 3 min
Social Activities - Have fun and learn English
You don’t have to be in the classroom to be learning and practising your English. Social activities are a great way to hear and speak...
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UKCE Students
- Feb 6
- 3 min
The Benefits of Learning English
In this blog entry, Advanced class students share their thoughts on how mastering English extends beyond mere communication, opening...
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UKCE Students
- Oct 23, 2023
- 4 min
Twelve English Idioms Everybody Should Know
Unlock the charm of the English language with insights from our talented Advanced Class students. They take you on a journey through the...
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Tom Morss
- Oct 17, 2023
- 2 min
Writing a formal email at work
Email is normally a pretty informal way of communicating these days, but there are often times when you have to write a formal email....
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Tom Morss
- Oct 9, 2023
- 2 min
The 5 best TV shows for learning English
Ready to watch some TV in English? This can be a great activity to help you unwind but you’ll still learn something, even if it’s just a...
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Tom Morss
- Oct 3, 2023
- 2 min
Can vs Could
Another two easily confused words this week. Fortunately, the difference between these two is fairly straightforward though the...
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Tom Morss
- Sep 18, 2023
- 2 min
Speak vs Talk
These two words are often confused by learners of English, and I can see why: the meanings are similar. Sometimes, natives use speak and...
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Tom Morss
- Jul 20, 2023
- 3 min
What the British mean vs what the British say
There’s a table that you might have seen in your lessons which tries to “translate” what British people mean when they say certain...
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Tom Morss
- Jul 11, 2023
- 2 min
Study skills: using an online thesaurus to find synonyms
Do these little conversations sound familiar? A. How are you feeling today? B. I’m feeling good, thanks. A. How’s the food? B. Really...
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