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Why English Language Learners Should Love LinkedIn (I Do Now)

Until recently, LinkedIn was just another app I’d downloaded, ignored, and mentally filed under “Things I’ll Figure Out Later.” But a few weeks into using it properly, I’ve come to a surprising conclusion: LinkedIn is a hidden gem for English language...

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Ed Atkins, Post-it Notes, and the Fluency We Can’t Fake

At Ed Atkins’ new show at Tate Britain, I found myself standing in front of a wall covered in Post-it notes, thinking about language learning. Not the kind of thought I expected to have, surrounded by creepy CGI avatars and immersive sound design. But...

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Boost Your English and Explore London in Just a Few Weeks at ABC School of English

Ever thought about improving your English while experiencing one of the world’s most exciting cities? At ABC School of English, you can do just that—even if you only have a few weeks to spare. Our immersive English courses let you explore, learn, and...

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Breaking Barriers in the Classroom: The Unexpected Power of Break the Mould

I came across Break the Mould by Sinéad Burke purely by chance one weekend, while picking up some books from the local library with my daughter in the young readers section. I immediately saw the potential this book could have in the classroom, and...

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What's happening at ABC next week?!

Spring into Fun and Learning: London’s Bright New Season! With longer days and warmer weather, London is buzzing with energy – and so are we! At ABC, the arrival of spring means exciting opportunities to enhance your language skills in fun and engaging...

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Listening Your Way to Fluent Conversations: Tips from Leil Lowndes’ How to Talk to Anyone

I’ve seen firsthand how crucial listening skills are to becoming fluent in English. But let’s face it, improving your listening can sometimes feel like a bit of a mystery. So, what if we looked at it through a different lens—like the advice from How to...

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Embracing a Growth Mindset: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

This morning, while listening to the shortened version of The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck on the tube, I couldn’t help but reflect on how the principles of a growth mindset have impacted my own work and life—especially during moments of...

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Valentine’s Day: Love, Language, and Learning

Love is in the air this February, and no, we’re not just talking about the chocolates and roses. Valentine’s Day isn’t only a time for hearts and flowers, it’s also a great opportunity to show your love for learning—especially when it comes to...

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Call and Response: The Confident Speaker’s Secret Weapon

At our school, we offer free meditation classes and the students love them. However, we ask them to do something a little unexpected for your average meditation class. As part of the practice they close their eyes and speak. It’s part of a simple...

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Celebrate, Learn and Reflect: Lunar New Year Awaits

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Happy Lunar New Year! 2025 brings the Year of the Wood Snake, and London is ready to celebrate in style. Covent Garden, just a hop and a skip from Chinatown, is the perfect base to immerse yourself in one of the world’s most vibrant cultural events....

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