Birdhouse Learning
Studio
Birdhouse Learning
Studio
"Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going."
~ Rita Mae Brown
Birdhouse Learning Studio is a place where language and learning come alive.
This space was born from a passion for learning, educating, and growing, and for helping others develop clear, productive communication skills.
Look around the site for free resources. I have compiled several lists to help learners (and teachers!).
I also teach one-on-one online lessons for those who want an individual approach. You can read more about that below. Email birdhouselearningstudio@gmail.com for pricing and availability.
"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body."
~ Joseph Addison
Grammar & structure
Cultural questions & awareness
Accent reduction & pronunciation*
Reading & writing for communication & comprehension
Speaking and listening for understanding / conversation practice
Specific communication goals, tasks, and vocabulary for use in daily life
*Personal note: I think different accents and dialects are beautiful. I also know how important it is to be understood. My main aim is to help learners improve pronunciation in ways that will allow them to feel more confident and to be easily understood. However, I will work with each learner on individual goals, which can vary by person.
A sense of humor
Preparation
Curiosity
Patience
Experience teaching English as a Second Official Language to adult learners from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and countries in a variety of in-person and virtual settings
Experience teaching K-12 English concepts to native English speakers for improved reading and writing skills and for GED /HiSET test preparation
Click here to read more about me
“Think before you speak. Read before you think.”
~ Fran Lebowitz
"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world."
~ Ludwig Wittgenstein