4/2 Margo

Student check and corrected homework for unit 7. Then, she completed conversation strategy using short sentences. Next, she read article “thinking outside the box” and completed vocabulary exercise and comprehension questions.

3/31 Vla

Student reviewed approach to TOEFL reading section. Then, she learned the steps to active reading and practiced on passage from TOEFL exam. Next, she began to learn how to attack the question by reviewing strategies for first 3 questions types

3/30 VLadanka

Student began reviewing and learning strategies for TOEFL writing section. Then, she practiced how to brainstorm ideas and examples for 2 independent essay prompts. Finally, she practiced using ideas in the templates to prepare her to write an essay.

3/30 BK

To practice his speaking and conversation skills, student and instructor discussed up coming meeting with South Korea, North Korea and USA and recent discussions between the China and South Korea.. In addition, he practiced pronunciation.

3/30 Margo

Student checked workbook homework for unit 7 Next, she continued learning how to use causatives to ask people to do things using get and have by completing exercises. Then she learned and practiced about sing need in active and passive tense. Finally learned new vocabulary words for getting things repaired around the house.

2.29 Alex

Student practiced conversation techniques by discussing current evets in Chicago, USA and the world. Next, he identified any words he needed to translate from Spanish to English to make his message clear. Then, he practiced pronunciation of new words.

3/28 MaRGO

Student and instructor reviewed the workbook homework, Then, WE completed the checkpoint for lessons 4-6 and discussed areas that need to be reviewed. Then we began unit 7 on Problem solving

3/27 Alex

Student discussed several current topics to practice and improve his English speaking skills. The topics included the “Never Again” march in Washington DC on Saturday,March Madness and the final four match coming up Saturday.

3/26 Margo

Student reviewed and corrected Homework from workbook for Unit 6. Next, she learn and practiced using Prepositional time phrases. Then, she began completing exercises for the checkpoint for units 4-6.

2/23 Margo

Student reviewed homework using simple past and past perfect. Then she completed reading and conversation strategy for making meaning clear. Next, she completed exercises about the 2 different uses for “just”. Finally, she read an article about Twins.

3/22 alex

Student practice hi speaking and conversation skills by discussing American gun laws and mindset about guns. Then, he discussed travel plans for returning to Madrid. Finally, he practiced using common English phrases in conversation.

3/20 A..ex

Student practiced conversation skills and pronunciation by discussing his travels over the weekend. Next, he discussed things to do this summer and history of Real Madrid football team.

3/19 Maria

Student discussed corrections for 2 independent essays and one integrated essay. Then, she reviewed the writing template for integrated essay. Next, she competed a full practice test for TOEFL speaking section.

3/19 Margo

Student continued Unit 6 in Touchstones by learning how to use “so am I” and neither do I”. Then, he completed extras to practice the terms. Next, she reviewed homework from workbook to review simple past and past perfect tenses.

3/16 Alex

Student discussed different animation movies from Japan creator and their unique qualities to practice his speaking techniques. Then, he discussed Real Madrid’s upcoming football schedule. Next, he talked about different places to visit near Chicago.

3/16 Margo

Student Reviewed homework on extra practice exercises for unit 5. Then, she continued unit 6 by practicing identifying and using past perfect tense. Next, she discussed different superstitions fromm many countries.

3/14 MARGO

Student completed unit 5 by discussing and answering questions about a reading on smart phone privacy. Then, she completed 2 word charts to advance her vocabulary. Next, she began the unit 6 on Strange events.

3/14 Maria

Student reviewed and practiced TOEFL speaking section by doing 2 test questions for Task 5 and 3 test questions for Task 66. First, she reviewed the template then listen to a conversation. Then she gave a 60 second speech about conversation. Next, she listened to a lecture and summarized the points made in the lecture one at a time.

3/13/18 Claore

Student talked about the structure of TOEFL speaking task 5 and reviewed the template for this tasd,.Next, she practiced 3 exam questions for Task 5. Ten she practiced 2 task 2 questions.

3/13 BK

Student discussed his property law assignment.by paraphrasing a section. Then, he talked about his upcoming trip to San Francisco to practice his conversation skills and pronunciation.

3/13 Alex

Student reviewed several items from his portfolio that he had translated to English to check for correct work choice. Then, he practiced his speaking skills by talking his visit to Rosebud restaurant in little Italy.

3/12 Maie

Student self-corrected her independent essay on young people correcting propositions, sentence structure and verb tense. Then, student reviewed TOEFL speaking task 4 by two sample exam questions. Finally, she practiced several tasks 1 questions.

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3//9 Margo

Margo continued completing exercises from Unit 5 including useful expression when giving your point of view and responses to others giving their point of view. Then, she reviewed her homework from workbook on unit 5 and corrected answers.

3/9 bumyoung

To practice his speaking and conversation skills, student and instructor discussed South Korea, North Korea and USA relations and recent discussions between the 3 leaders. In addition, he practiced pronunciation

3/8 Alexander

Student practiced speaking skills by discussing the recent Real Madrid win, traveling in the Asian jungle and things to do in Chicago for St Patrick’s day. Next, he practiced his pronunciation and talking about different Madrid gourmet dishes he prepares

3/7 Maria

Student self-corrected her integrated essay and reviewed the grammar rules. Then she practiced Speaking task 1 &2 by brainstorming and speaking from 2 prompts for each task. Finally, she practiced Task 4 by reading and listening to a lecture about raptors.

3/7 MARGO

Student checked her homework exercises. Then, she continued with unit 5 exercises: lesson B crime and punishment interviews, and grammar exercises (using get passive vs. be passive). Finally, she completed word maps for vocabulary words

3/6 claire

Student discussed the structure and template for TOEFL speaking task 4. Then, she practiced 2 task 4 questions reading and listening then summarizing what she heard. Next she practiced task 1 and 2.

3/6 Alex

Student practiced using his English conversation skills by discussing the Real Madrid football team and the upcoming game with Paris. Next, he discussed the Oscars and the winning song. Finally, he talked about his favorite countries to visit.

3/5 Maria

Student reviewed the structure and template for speaking task 6 Then she practiced listening to 6 lectures and speaking for 1 minute about each. Next, she practiced task 1 and 2 from the speaking. Finally, she discussed the integrated essay.

3/5 margo

Student reviewed and discussed homework from text book{ extra practices for unit 1-3. Then, she began Unit 5 on “Law and Order” by reading interviews of 5 people on their opinion of the correct age for driving, getting a credit card and so on, Finally, she began learning about modals in the passive tense

3/3 MargoReviewed and corrected homework for Unit 4. Then, learned new vocabulary for reading passage and answered comprehension questions. Next, she completed an exercise with “get phrases” and learned 4 new “get phrases”.

2/23 BK

Students practiced conversation skills by discussing current topics in America and the world. Then, he practiced pronouncing words he mispronounced using phonics, word stress and intonation.

3//28 Margo

Student reviewed homework from Unit 4 workbook exercises. Then, she practiced using “so” to start a topic and check for a understanding. Next, she discussed social styles including introverts and extroverts and read an article about Examining the “Extrovert Ideal”.

3/28 Maria,

Student reviewed the structure of TOEFL Speaking task 5 on listening to a conversation and picking which solution she preferred and giving reasons using the content of the conversation. Next, she discussed the template for task 5 and practiced 3 test questions for task 5.

2/27Claire

Student reviewed the structure of TOEFL Speaking task 3. Then, she discussed the Task 3 template. Next, she practices 3 sample questions for task 3 to by reading a passage and listening to a conversation then making a 1 minute speech for each.

2/26/18 margo

Student continued with Unit 4 on Socializing by learning and practicing 12 “get” verbal phrases. Next, she learned where to place object when using a pronoun with phrasal verbs. Finally, she practiced using “so” 4 different ways.

3/26 Maria

Student reviewed the structure for TOEFL speaking task 4 on listening to a lecture and reading a passage then answering a question in 60 seconds. Then, she completed 3 text questions using the template for task 4.

2/23 Maria

Student reviewed tips and strategies for answering the listening section of the TOEFL. Then, she listened to 2 lectures and completed 6 questions each to practice the listening test. Then, she reviewed the correct answers to see how to use Process of elimination and other strategies to select the correct answer.

2/23 Margo

Student reviewed her homework with instructor. Then, she finished unit 3 by completing a conversation with expressions and using comparison phrases. Next, she started unit 4 on socializing by practice using “supposed to” and “going to” expressions.

2/22 Listz

Student begin unit on Noun Phrases in grammar textbook by completing exercises using clauses with “that”. Next, he completed exercises using noun clauses beginning with wh-words to form indirect questions.

2/1 Margo

Student continued reading passage in the Touchstones on proverbs - leaning new vocabulary and phrases as well as discussing the meaning of the proverbs. Next, she finished Unit 3 and began the review of Units 1-3 by completing grammar exercises.

2/21 Maria

Student discussed steps to do well with task 3 of TOEFL speaking section Then, she reviewed template 3 for TOEFL peaking. Next, she practices 3 test questions for task 3 by taking notes on reading and conversation audio. Finally, she practiced giving the speech.

2/20 Claire

Student reviewed the speaking task for template 1 and 40 possible test questions for this task. Next, she chose 3 questions and brainstormed what her topics and 2 reasons would be for each. Then, using the template she practiced each speech once without timing and once timing the length. Finally, she reviewed template 2 for second speaking task and practiced speaking with 2 topics from the list.

2/20 alex daughter sice lieft early

Student discussed Picasso’s paintings and relevance to history of. Spain. Then discussed how Picasso’s travels influenced his work. Next, he talked about modern art and his preferences.

22/19 maria

Student reviewed TOEFL independent essay writing and corrected mistakes in grammar and punctuation. Then, student brainstormed reasons and wrote thesis sentences for 3 more sample test questions for independent essay.

2/16 BK missed class because sick late calling

Student practiced conversation skills while discussing current topics in the news such as American gun laws and school shootings. Then, he practiced the correct pronunciation for words he mispronounced

2/19 liszt

Student self- corrected his writing on “visiting the Surgical Museum” by learning new vocabulary and checking verb tense. Then, he continued reviewing unit 9 by learning verbs followed by either gerunds or infinitives. Next to reviewed and completed exercises on infinitives after certain adjectives and nouns.

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2/19 Margo

Student continued with Unit 3 in Touchstones text by completing exercise s using verb ) ing and to_ verb and the positioning of “not”. Next, learned to use adverbs and phrases to intensify verbs including absolutely, really and so on as well as “to be honest.{ Finally, she began reading on Proverbs.

2/16 Maria

Student reviewed comments and changes to her Integrated writing practice essay. Then, she reviewed the tips to achieve a good score on the TOEFL independent essay. Next, she brainstormed ideas and thesis sentence for writing an independent essay.

2/16 Margo

To learn new vocabulary, student completed workbook exercises on personal style. Then, she completed exercise to practice punctuation and using present passive tense. Next, student continued unit 3 lean B on manners and pronunciations with silent syllables.

2/15/18 Alex

Student practiced his English speaking, pronunciation word choice skills by discussing several current topics. These topics included Real Madrid champion League game, school shooting in Florida and American gun laws.

2/14 Liszt

Student reviewed and edited his recorded speech to improve his conversation skills. Then, he began unit 9 in Grammar text on Gerunds by completing exercises and learning certain words that require Gerunds. Also, he started lesson on what infinitives and when to use them.

2/14 Margo Student reviewed homework corrections, then described styles colors patterns and material of fashions to increase vocabulary. Next, student began unit 3 on World Cultures including learning active and passive tense simple present tense.

2/14/Maria

Student reviewed template for TOEFL speaking task 2, choose a preference from two choices. Then, she brainstormed choices and reasons for 4 test prompts and practiced delivering the speech in the 45 second time requirement.

Bumyong 2.13.18

Student practiced his conversation skills, pronunciation and finding the appropriate English words by discussing his current university plan to graduate and to take his bar exam. Then he discussed various university activities.

2/13 Alex

To practice his conversation skills, pronunciation and finding the right English word to use, the student discussed his families experience at the Nature Museum especially the butterfly garden He also told me about walking and sledding in the snow with his daughter. Then he discussed Real Madrid’s Champion League game on Wednesday.

2/12 Maria

Student review comments and corrections for first integrated essay. Then, she reviewed steps for taking notes then practice the technique on passage about computerized voting machines for next integrated writing essay.

2/12 Margo

Student continued lesson s in Unit 2 by learning about tag questions and how to use them. Then she learned and reviewed vocabulary words for describing fashions. Next, she learned how keep a conversation going by summarizing what has been said. Finally, she finished lesson d on personal style by inserting sentences into reading.

2/9 Margo

Student review the corrections and grammar rules for her Thailand essay. Next, she checked her extra homework, for verb form practice. Then, she completed the introduction to unit 2 on personal tastes and grammar exercises using comparisons with as ….as

2/9 Maria

Student discussed and reviewed the TOEFL writing section Integrated essay. Next, she reviewed and practiced using the templates for taking notes and writing the essay with “suppression of forest fires” practice prompt. Then, she read passage and listened to the lecture for “super power foods” for the next integrated essay she will write.

Alex 2/8

Student practiced speaking skills by discussing everyday topics such as “how to prepare a special Spanish rice with chicken” and weekend and weekday activities. Then, he talked about past experiences in Madrid and Chicago.

Liszt 2/7

Student practice identifying verb compliment types form reading passage “Dan’s Story”. Then, he completed and exercise using the correct from of verb given in a conversation. Next, he learned new vocabulary, verbal phrases reading passage about a Blind Chef

Margo 2/7

Student and instructor reviewed Lesson 1 workbook homework to understand mistakes. Next, student practice answering questions using verb complements “to+verb and verb+ing. Then, student completed Lesson c and practice changing conversation text from past to present tense Next, she practiced using this and that. Finally, she completed lesson D by leaning new vocabulary words in context of reading.

Maria 2/7/2018

Student discussed goals for tutoring lessons to prepare her TOEFL speaking and writing section. Next, student practiced using Template 1 to brainstorm and organize the first speaking task personal [reference. Then, student practiced brainstorming topic, three reasons a with accompanying examples. From a list of exam propms

2/6 Alex underwear properly

Student practiced conversation skill with instructor by discussing different topics. Topics included Superbowl 2018 and commercials. Then, student discussed different movies he had seen and celebrities he had met through his ad agency business. Next, we reviewed different alphabet letters difficult to pronounce.

2/5 Liszt additionally

Student reviewed the changes and corrections on his writing about a day spent with his girlfriend. Then, he discussed the differences between simple verbs for completed actions and continuous verbs for ongoing action. Next, he reviewed verb complements and completed 2 grammar exercises to practice and learn.

2/5 Margo

Using the textbook, the student completed lesson B “It’s a long story” by learning and practicing verb complements. She completed a table of the 5 different types of verb complements. Then, she completed a exercise with the correct forms of the given verbs. Next, she practiced conversation skills by answering questions using the correct form of verbs.

2/1 liszt

Student discussed difficulties in listening to the 6th episode of This Is US. Then, he completed 3 listening exercises from Randal’s Cyber Cafe about renting, cars healthy lifestyle and a great story. Student learned new vocabulary and English expressions as well as practicing his listening.

2/1 Alex available

Student discussed 2018 Super Bowl commercials and discussed the difference in watching the super bowl in Madrid ad Chicago. Then, we talked about the difference between Catholics and Protestants religion.

1/31 Marto

Student reviewed editing and corrections for first writing assignment, Dolly. Next, student discussed grammar rules to review such as articles and prepositions. Then student read and discussed articles on “How to talk about your pregnancy in English”

1/30 Alex

Student and tutor discussed what he did over the weekend to practice conversation skills. Then, he discussed different types od fish that he likes to eat and about how he cook some types of fish. Next, we talked about beaches to visit in Spain and the US

1/29 Lisxt

Student reviewed summary, vocabulary and expressions form “This is us” Season 2 episode 4. Next, we listened to the first part of a Ted Talk on the “Force of Star Wars”. Then, student read the script and reviewed it a sentence or section at a time. Finally, student learned new vocabulary words, and phrases from the Ted Talk.

1/27/18

Student and instructor reviewed and discussed a case and assignment for his Real estate Law class Student paraphrased the case and discussed possible answers to the assignment questions. In addition, he learned new vocabulary from the assignment

1/22 Liszt

Student reviewed and discussed the tutoring lesson plan. Next, student completed exercise in Pronunciation Text on reduced words and practiced using them. Then, he listened to and read article on “The Common Cold and Flu” and learned new vocabulary words. Finally, we reviewed first page of the novel “The Stranger”.

1/25 lizst

Student discussed goals for improving listening skills. Then, student listed frustrations in listening to Naïve English speakers. Next, we previewed listening to a TV show clip and reading aloud text with dialogue of everyday topics to learn idioms.

1/25/18 alex

Student increased vocabulary and improved conversational skills by discussing differences in schools in Madrid, and Chicago, cultural differences in Japan, places to buy groceries in Chicago and other current event topics.

1/24Alex

Student practiced conversation skills by discussing different topics. Topics included: Activities during the holiday, moving to a new home, adjusting to cold weather cold in Chicago, Driving tests for Driver’s license, cultural difference between USA and Spain.

12/14 Iman

Student reviewed and discussed TOEFL reading Inference Questions and Summary Questions. Then, student completed practice Drill 1 for Reading section on the topic of Impeachment. Next, each multiple choice answer was analyzed to decide which ones to eliminate.

12/13 ALEJAHDRA

Student and Instructor practiced Conversation skills by discussing CNN article on Real Madrid to face Paris Saint-Germain in Champions League. Next we discussed history of ReAL Madrid Then, we discussed skills for being understood on telephone conversations

12/6/2017

udent and instructor visited and toured the Chicago History Museum. Student viewed, read and discussed the history of Chicago from the time of American Indians inhabited the area to the current day. Each decade was represented with actual artifacts, photos and audio descriptions

12/1 17 Alex

Student practiced conversation skills by discussing UEFA world cup contenders and American football. Then we discussed national parks and major cities to visit. Next, we discussed some of the cultural differences in Spain and USA

11/10 MAnpreet

Student and instructor role-played two mock interviews for her resident program candidate interviews. Student practiced answering questions such as “tell me about yourself” and “walk me through your CV”. Then, student asked questions of the interviewer and worked on an ending for the interviews.

11/6 ting

Student and instructor discussed creating a resume and cover letter for soft ware engineer position. Then, student began reviewing vocabulary and phrases for eating out such as booking a table and ordering food.

11/2 BK

Student practiced conversation and pronunciation skills by discussing his activities. Then, we discussed current events and the US president’s visit to Asia and South Korea. Next, we discussed politics in South Korea and the impact on US, China and Japan.

10/29 sophie

Student discussed priorities for completing several masters programs in Architecture from various universities. Next, student reviewed her CV and portfolio with instructor. Then, student and instructor discussed revisions to draft of personal reasons for applying to Taubman College’s Master of Architecture.

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Student practice pronunciation and word choice while discussing how the oil industry is one of the most powerful branches in the world economy, Referring to the article from her microeconomics course, she mentioned that more than four

billion metric tons of oil is produced worldwide annually. Next she discussed the rise and fall of oil prices

10/23 Ting

Student reviewed tutoring plan for conversation, fluency and pronunciation.Then, student answered questions about her family to practice conversation skills. Next, student began unit in pronunciation text on the light and dark "l" sounfs.

Ting 10/18Student discussed goals and objectives for tutoring lessons. Then, student practiced her presentation for her current college class using a power point presentation. Student corrected pronunciation on some words like “element”. Next, she wrote down sentences to use to begin new slides asa well as a closing statement. 

10/26 BKStudent practiced conversation skills and reviewed verbal phrases by answering questions about his University life using questions with verbal phrases. Next, student identified the meaning verbal phrases used in the questions.

10/22 SEvgi

Student discussed presentation requirements for Microeconomics class. Next, we reviewed article on “Oil fell more than $1 A Barrel On Monday” checking vocabulary words to learn and writing a summary. Then, student reviewed handout on “presentation language and phrases”.

10/21/17 JuliusStudent and instructor reviewed and revised essay on “the most Important Person in my life” To improve the essay, student used dictionary to look up synonyms for adjectives. To change repetitive phrases, student used pronouns and created one complex sentence out of two sentences.

10/18/17 Ting LiuStudent discussed goals and objectives for tutoring lessons. Then, student practiced her presentation for college class using a power point presentation several times. Student corrected pronunciation on some words like “element”. Next she wrote down sentences to use to begin new slides

HannahStudent read article on homeschooling and completed exercises including Vocabulary matching, True and false questions as well as discussion questions. Then, the students practice conversation skills by answering questions about eating and drinking in America and Korea.

9/15/17 BKStudent learned pronunciation for “J” and G” including hard and soft “g” and /dʒ/  Sound. Next, student practice sounds within words. Next, students practice conversation by discussing South and North Korea.9/5/17 HannahStudent and instructor the goals and objectives for tutoring sessions. The student practiced conversation skills by answering questions “Beyond Hello” from “Compelling Conversations”. Next the student read an article on “Healthy Eating Habits” and “All work no Play”. Next, she learned new vocabulary words and answered aloud comprehension questions from the readings.

9/1/17BKStudent practiced conversation skills by discussing questions about “Exploring Cities” such as places to visit, types of transportation, types of people. Then student practiced pronunciation of some words.

Lesson summary 20176/15/17 Yamili

Student and instructor discussed goals and objectives for tutoring lessons. Then, student explained presentation she needs to create for her new job as account Manger at Market Track. Next, student and instructor collaborated on deck script for 3 slides.

Hi Cesar,I enjoyed meeting you Wednesday for a online tutoring session demo.

8/11/17Student discussed his goals and objectives for English tutoring sessions. Next, he practiced conversation skills by answering questions about his life from “compelling conversations” text. Then, he completed unit 5 In “speak English around town” on ordering in a restaurant and learned 10 idioms such as “make it two” and “surf and turf”. Finally, he begins writing a paragraph about his life in Turkey.