English as a second language must be in stages of learning. Begin with English for Elementary level and progressing to Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate and Advanced levels. No other resource does this better than English Club TV or better known as ECTV. The site is part of the English Club TV group, which is a group of education, production and distribution companies operating in tandem across the world specialising in teaching English as a second language. ECTV is a now very popular educational channel that specialises in teaching English to students…

Proper grammar is crucial to forming an excellent written document, be it grammar in use in a letter, an email or an essay for example. The correct use of grammar helps readers to develop an impression of the author. An author using proper grammar stands out as one who has a good command of the English knowledge and also of the subject of concern. Conversely, if the author does not use proper grammar, he or she is seen as unprofessional and unqualified even if the subject matter he or she…

When starting to learn English as a second language many may find themselves unable to engage in conversational English even after years of studying the language. It is largely because traditional English lessons tend to focus mainly on memorisation of grammatical and spelling rules. In addition to which the level of English found in the textbooks are more theoretical and formal in nature than the informal speech required for conversational English. It becomes further compounded by the fact that even students living in English speaking countries face a lack of…

English has fast become the world’s unifying language, spoken by over 340 million Native speakers and a further 267 million who speak English as a second language. It results in an enormous international demand from those who wish to learn English. However, the intricacies of English pronunciation and speech as well as the subtleties of English grammar leave many foreign students lacking confidence in the accuracy of their ability to speak proper English. Fluency in English however can be achieved if students are properly motivated and committed and practice on…

What are Listening skills and how to improve them? Listening skills are the most essential, fundamental skills a student learning English as a second language may have to develop. To listen actively to the message being communicated and understand the spoken word is crucial to speaking proper English. Listening well helps improve a student’s performance both professionally and personally. How well one listens has a considerable impact on one’s job effectiveness, academic performance and also defines the quality of relationships one builds with one’s friends and acquaintances. On a primal…

Many, who are studying English as a second language, often look for ways to improve speaking skills. It is because most students find that it is easier to learn to read and to listen in English as opposed to learning written and spoken English. It is usually due to the degree by which a student’s first language differs to English. It also relies on the exposure and opportunities the students gets to converse in English and put his or her learning into practice. Students may also face challenges in the…

Those who study English as a second language and are considering international travel, be it for employment, education or recreation will no doubt be looking for travel programmes to learn English related to travelling. It is because English has become a language spoken almost all over the world today, whether as a first language or as a second language. This rise in popularity and usage has resulted in English becoming the most widely used language in the world today. Frequently used in Business, education, travel and many other specialised fields,…

English has become an incredibly useful language in the world today. Due to many reasons the need to speak at least some elementary English has become essential for success in many areas such as business, studies, commerce and medicine. To learn to speak English fluently, students must take the time to learn the basics of the language. A good place to start is for students to focus on learning the basic tenses i.e. present, past, future, etc. Learn the most common tenses with include the afore-mentioned tenses, as well as…

Learning a language as complex as the English can be easy to understand for some. However, for others, learning Basic English can be an intimidating and an arduous task, especially if it is like a second language which means, in effect having to learn an entirely foreign language. Whatever one’s need to learn English is, be it for travel, business, employment or purely personal reasons, learning English requires dedication, willingness, and commitment. Commitment is necessary if one is to apply oneself to learning a language as intricate as English, along…

In today’s fast paced, technologically evolving world, having a complete knowledge of how to speak, read and write English is essential for success. However, an English test sheds light on what is even more important to students. The ability to identify their current level of English knowledge and pinpoint areas of development shows in an English Test. It is particularly beneficial for students studying English as a second language. An English test online or otherwise will give them an accurate description of which areas of learning they need more to…

With roughly 350 million native speakers worldwide, and another 260 million people around the world that practice English as a second language, English has become a global dominant language today. It has achieved Lingua Franca status in many fields. The common use of English amongst the business community, academic community and the media has increased the international demand for people who have a good command of the language and speak English fluently. This increase in demand has placed considerable pressure on students to learn English and achieve the fluency required…

English has fast become the world’s most prominent language and its rapid rise to prominence has largely contributed to the ever increasing importance of English for business. English today is a universal language spoken around the world. Latest statistics shows that around 350 million people of the global population of 6 billion speak some form of English. However, this number alone is not indicative of the importance of English for business. In order to adequately examine this influence, it is necessary to examine the many uses the English language has…