Practice English with Brenda

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Brenda

North American Accent
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94% positive reviews
Expertise: Conversation Practice · Grammar · Pronunciation

Works with: Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Spanish (Fluent)
Familiar with: Reading · Accent Reduction · English for Interviewing · English for Travel · Education · Technology
Expertise: Conversation Practice · Grammar · Pronunciation

Works with: Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Spanish (Fluent)
Familiar with: Reading · Accent Reduction · English for Interviewing · English for Travel · Education · Technology

Hello!

Hi! I have been teaching ESL/EFL to people of all ages and from many different countries for over 20 years. I came to Costa Rica to learn Spanish. I know how hard it is to learn a foreign language, so I have A LOT of patience with my students, but I also know how important it is to correct mistakes. I love meeting new people and working with all levels of learners.

I like nordic walking, kayaking, biking, swimming, travelling, technology, cooking, education, reading young adult dystopia novels, movies, meeting new people, conversing.

About

Student Preferences

Open to new students

Languages

English (Native: USA Accent)
Spanish (Fluent)

Industry familiarity

💻 Technology
🏫 Education

Interests

🍴 Food
🎬 Movies
🔬 Science
🌍 Travel
💻 Technology

Specialties

Teaching Style

I believe that gently correcting your mistakes is the best way to help you improve your grammar and pronunciation, which will lead to easier and more successful communication. I prefer teaching through conversation, giving you a chance to improve your ability to use the grammar and vocabulary you've learned in the past and then grow it through real conversation. I'm patient, curious, and can talk about a large range of topics.

Preferred Levels

Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced

Language Skills Focus

Conversation Practice
Grammar
Pronunciation
Reading
Accent Reduction
English for Interviewing
English for Travel