The Magnificent 7… Tips for Interacting with English Native Speakers
I don't understand! Who do you find it more difficult to speak English to, a native speaker or another foreigner? Lots of students say that they find the second option…
A Little London Love, a Visit to the Pub, a Chilly Walk and some British Art
Another week gone! And spring will soon be there, but for now, London is still quite chilly... So to warm up a little, on Monday we went to the pub,…
Would you mind being polite in a business meeting?
I was having lunch in a not too bad restaurant on Tuesday and on a table next to me, there was a group of 8 men in suits and ties…
2011: The new 1989?
The 1980s The 1980s revival continues. First it was the music, then the fashion and in Britain, arguably, the government. Now global politics seems to be joining the game. 1989,…
Commentators Cause Crisis
Sexism Scandal A few days ago two of the most recognized voices in football, Andy Grey and Richard Keys, got new jobs as sports commentators on radio. For them it…
Valentine’s Day facts and history with free audio of native English speaker
ENGLISH TEACHERS: if you want to talk about Valentine's day facts in an English class, click here for a free downloadable Lesson Plan using this material, which includes lots of…
Anti-Valentine’s Day special: I promise to…not to keep that promise
Valentine’s Day Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that today is Valentine’s Day. How could you miss it? Being with that special someone should give you butterflies…
Queen-like habits, Scary stuff, Portrait Gallery and a visit to the pub of course…
Another week is gone! On Monday the Cock's landlord welcomed our group as usual and we had a nice little drink. The table I was sitting at was near the…
Football Commentator Confusion
Football commentators have been in the news recently for all the wrong reasons but traditionally they have a reputation for using language which sometimes even native speakers not interested in…
Great News about SGI e-learning! – access now for 8 weeks after you finish your course
As you may already know, as an SGI student, you have access to the SGI e-learning programme before, during and after your course. We are now proud to announce that…
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