Lesson Zero

Lesson Zero is an introductory lesson. It lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. It helps me understand your level of English and helps you decide if you like learning online with me.

 

I will assess your English

I will ask you questions. Answer as best you can. Mistakes are okay. Don't speak Italian.

We will find out about each other

You ask me questions. You can ask me about anything. I will answer them. If you don't understand, say
"Can you say that again, please."

I will help you use the technolgy

We will check you can hear listening exercises, watch videos and do on-line writing tasks in Google Docs

Why do you want to learn English?

Tell me what you can see. Why do you thik the girl is on her bike?

Listening Exercise:

  • Read the introduction on the right.
  • Read the questions.
  • Predict what you will hear.

You will listen to Dan talking about his life at University. Listen twice and try and answer these questions:

Use a pen and paper to help you remember your answers.

  1. Where does he study?
  2. What’s his hobby?
  3. Describe his day?
  4. What time do they have lunch?
  5. What does he usually do in the afternoon, and where?
  6. After University what does he want to do?

Talk to me about these pictures

Speaking Challenge: Describe this Video

Riproduci video