Learn German: English tagged articles
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Experience Cultures: 10 things you should know about Halloween in America
Halloween is celebrated in many parts of the world, but America in particular really embraces the traditions and celebrations that accompany the occasion.
- Monday, 17th October, 2011
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Destinations for you: Top 10 things to do in Boston
As the unofficial capital of leafy New England, and America’s most historic city, Boston offers plenty to keep you entertained outside of English lessons.
- Sunday, 9th October, 2011
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In the news: Cactus at the Language Show Live 2011
The Language Show Live is a great event for anyone with a love of languages - new learners, teachers and linguists.
- Friday, 7th October, 2011
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Experience Cultures: Top 10 things to do in and around Seattle
Most people know that Seattle has a pretty wet climate, with rain averaging 50% of the time. Keep that in mind when you visit as there are plenty of things to do outside, just be sure to bring an umbrella!
- Monday, 3rd October, 2011
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In the news: Will a rise in UK students going to university abroad help foreign language learning?
It has been widely reported of late that with UK university tuition fees rising, more and more students will choose to go to foreign universities with English-speaking faculties.
- Tuesday, 27th September, 2011
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Planning for a course: Why it pays to learn basic grammatical terms before you learn a new language
When it comes to foreign language learning, some people can be anxious about getting to grips with the grammar…
- Tuesday, 27th September, 2011
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Grammar: Glossary of common grammatical terms
Here is a comprehensive list of common grammatical terms that will be useful for anyone considering a language course either in the UK or abroad.
- Tuesday, 27th September, 2011
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Types of Courses: Five good reasons to do the English Language Awareness (ELA) course
Cactus TEFL's online English Language Awareness course is a great option for anyone about to embark on a TEFL course. It will give you a great knowledge of English grammar and save oodles of time when it comes to planning lessons during your course.
- Monday, 12th September, 2011
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Experience Cultures: Top 5 Halloween destinations in Europe
There are plenty of cities around the world that are steeped in history and mystery, but these five offer some of the spookiest tours and ghostwalks around...not for the faint-hearted!
- Friday, 2nd September, 2011
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Destinations for you: Where can I learn English in California?
Golden sands, beautiful weather and fantastic cities…with all of these in abundance, it’s no wonder that California remains one of the most popular English course destinations in the world.
- Wednesday, 31st August, 2011
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Experience Cultures: Why there’s more to foreign relocation than practicalities and logistics
As the world becomes smaller and businesses become more international, the number of employees relocating is also on the up.
- Thursday, 25th August, 2011
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: Lingu@net World Wide online resource centre launched
According to the CILT website, an extensive, multilingual and free new resource centre for foreign language learning has recently been launched by Lingu@net World Wide.
- Tuesday, 2nd August, 2011
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Destinations for you: Top 10 things to do in and around Cork
Cork is a great English study destination. It’s a compact, friendly and historic city with plenty to keep you occupied outside of lessons.
- Tuesday, 2nd August, 2011
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Destinations for you: Why learn English in Washington DC?
America’s iconic capital city, Washington DC is a vibrant and historic place with plenty to offer English learners who study there.
- Monday, 1st August, 2011
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Movies: Film review: City of God
I admit to not being a film buff, and to sit down for two and a half hours is a rare occurrence. However, when I think of my favourite film, it is probably the only foreign language film that I have watched.
- Monday, 1st August, 2011
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Teaching Languages: Entries for the 2011 Suzanne Furstner Foundation Scholarship now invited
We’re pleased to announce that applications for this year’s Suzanne Furstner Foundation scholarship are now being accepted.
- Tuesday, 26th July, 2011
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Attitudes to Language Learning: Celebrities who speak foreign languages
Brits and Americans are often accused of not making an effort when it comes to foreign languages. There are actually many public figures from these countries who are proficient in other languages though, and who therefore serve as great ambassadors for language learning.
- Monday, 18th July, 2011
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Attitudes to Language Learning: IATEFL 2011 - a report from our Cactus to Conference scholarship winner
Winner of the 2011 Cactus to Conference IATEFL Scholarship, Camila Heath, reports back on her experience at the event.
- Tuesday, 21st June, 2011
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Destinations for you: Why learn English in Leeds?
A large, multicultural city in the heart of Yorkshire, Leeds is known as one of the UK’s most vibrant and fun-loving places.
- Monday, 20th June, 2011
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Getting Course Advice: Foreign language courses - tips for best progress
Director of Studies at Cactus Rod Mitchell shares his tips on how to make the best possible progress in your language learning.
- Tuesday, 14th June, 2011
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