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English Lessons in Calgary

Did you know that the word "bookkeeper" (along with its associate, "bookkeeping") is the only unhyphenated English word with three consecutive double letters? Other similar terms, like "sweet-toothed", are considered grammatically incorrect if unhyphenated. Want to know more about the English language? Reach out to us at Listen & Learn and our team of expert tutors will prepare a personalized program that suits your every need. For example, you’ll discover that English is the only major language that doesn’t have any organization guiding it, such as the Spanish Real Academia Española or the French Académie Française.

Learning English will certainly come in handy if you’re planning to move to Calgary or do business with companies based in the city, as almost 90% of people living there speak English as their first language. With most residents fluent in English, Calgary is also the perfect place to put your skills to practice while making new friends, as you can join dozens of language exchange groups, like the Calgary English as a Second Language Meetup.

Sign up for a face-to-face or online English course and you’ll realize that learning the language is much easier than it seems initially. For instance, noun conjugation is quite simple as they are not inflected for gender or case. You’ll only need to master the possessive case usage! Contact us at Listen & Learn today and start socializing with millions of English speakers worldwide!

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General English

These lessons in English are wider-ranging in their nature, and are driven towards students who have a variety of differing needs. All beginner students will expect to study enough survival English to get them through a short visit to the country, those staying on with the lesson can progress differently, depending on their individual requests and requirements. Whether you are buying property in a foreign country, married to a foreign national, planning a round-the-world trip, interested in English history and culture, or if you simply want to attain a particular level of English, this is the choice for you. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business English

English lessons of this type are aimed towards those that need to learn English to aid them with their employment. For those just starting out, it is integral to learn basic greetings and business etiquette; and reading and writing can be adopted once the simple precepts are out of the way. Success has come from students who are involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, those seeking jobs in multinational companies, and those working with foreign colleagues, academia and bureaucracy. Just our most basic beginners lesson will have the student finishing the lesson with basic telephone/e-mail skills in English, as well as survival English should a short stay in the country be needed. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business English

If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of English, the same targets within the language, and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these English lessons can also be made available for Two-to-One English Lessons or Small Group In-Company English Lessons. Listen & Learn do not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, although Taster lessons in English can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business English

You and your group can be trained by our native speaker qualified English teachers, and can meet at your place of work or home at a time convenient to you. Tutorials can take place any day of the week, including weekends, and can be scheduled for the morning, afternoon or evening. If your home or office is not suitable for you, you can attend the lesson at the teacher's offices. You will be provided with all relevant lesson materials. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business English

Those wishing to learn English in groups of 2 or more together (Two-to-One English Lessons or Small Group In-Company English Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of English proficiency, must have the same needs from the language, and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn do not propose group sizes or more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster English Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Inquire now about our English Courses or Take A Free English Level Test

Top Tips For…

english Songs

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Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds - The Beatles

If you are looking to test your English with music, there is no better way to do so than by listening to The Beatles. Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds is a song that describes a girl and her eccentric activities as she moves around a city. This track is perfect for beginners, as it has a lot of repetitions and simple, everyday vocabulary. Its slow tempo will also make it easy for you to follow the lyrics and sing along! Additionally, you will get to practice a great variety of prepositions, like on, in, over, for, with, and more. Check out the song here!

english Songs

Can’t Stop This Feeling -Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake is one of the most popular pop singers in the world and his songs are catchy and easy to understand. So, you can use this song to learn some English vocabulary as a beginner or intermediate student of the language. Some terms the song mentions include “can’t stop the feeling,” “just dance,” “the feeling creeping up on you.” Also, it uses very simple grammar and the whole piece is written using the present-simple tense. Give the cheerful song a try and improve your English skills while lighting up your day! Check out the song here!

Wonderwall - Oasis

Are you looking to improve your listening comprehension in English and learn new vocabulary while enjoying great music? Then, you should certainly listen to Wonderwall by Oasis! This track is about an imaginary friend who will do anything to help the poetic persona to save him from himself. It’s best suited for upper-intermediate students, as you will learn the differences between the past-perfect, past-continuous, and past-simple tenses. Also, the song makes heavy use of contractions and informal expressions, such as “should’ve” or “gotta,” so it’s great for learning colloquial English! Check out the song here!

english Entertainment

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Thanksgiving Celebrations

You have surely heard of Thanksgiving (at least in the movies!), one is one of the most well-known American traditions. Every fourth Tuesday of November, Americans observe a large meal with their families (and sometimes a religious service) to commemorate the harvest feast shared by the English colonies with the indigenous Native Americans that lived in the area. The dishes of this national holiday usually feature turkey, pumpkin, potatoes, and cranberries, but many feasts differ from family to family and from culture to culture. The common factor is the objective of this meal: to share a moment with loved ones while giving thanks. Click here to learn more about Thanksgiving!

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ER - TV Series

With 15 seasons that spun from the 1990s to the 2010s, ER (the acronym of Emergency Room) is an absolute classic when it comes to American TV shows. The series is about a group of doctors and surgeons living in Chicago who save lives in the Emergency Room. In addition to being a great source for learning medical jargon (like “pulse-ox” or “GW” (gun wound)), the episodes will expose you to a lot of slang and colloquial expressions these doctors use to interact with each other. This TV series is suitable for every level of proficiency, as beginners can always use English subtitles to make sense of what is happening on the screen. Find here more information about this amazing series!

Star Wars- Movie

Star Wars is a huge franchise that comprises almost 20 movies, cartoons, and comics loved by millions of fans all over the world. It all started with three movies back in the 1970s and ‘80s. These main movie entries follow the Skywalker saga, especially Luke, who discovers he is a Jedi (the film universe’s equivalent of a knight who brings peace and order to the galaxy) and the son of one of the most well-known villains ever: Darth Vader. These movies are essential to see to not only learn English, but also a lot about American pop culture! Find here more information about this amazing franchise!

english Youtube Channels

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Jennifer ESL

Jennifer ESL is a channel run by an English teacher. Most of her videos are aimed at beginner students, though she also has resources for more advanced learners. She explains grammar in a fun and engaging way, and all her videos are categorized into playlists suitable for different levels of proficiency (beginner/elementary, intermediate, and advanced). Some of the topics she covers, for example, include subject-verb agreement and prepositions. Her manner is so professional and skillful that you will feel as though she is your own personal teacher! Further, she’s from the USA, so will help you develop your ear from the American English accent. Subscribe to her channel here!

english Youtube Channels

Business English Pod

If you are looking to learn English to improve your professional prospects, you should definitely check out Business English Pod. This is a weekly podcast that features ESL teachers who talk (and sometimes even teach) about topics relevant to those who want to learn English for professional reasons. For instance, you can find lessons on vocabulary in the field of economics or tips on how to ask for a raise without being impolite. The podcast, available on YouTube, is fast-paced and uses some jargon, so it’s best suited for advanced English learners. Subscribe to the channel here!

Britlish

Britlish is a great channel for people who like to learn a language through context, that is, words and phrases you need in specific places and situations, like at the airport, cinema, office, and more. This YouTube channel features different playlists organized by circumstance, and provides not only vocabulary lists, but also real-life conversations (such as being at the airport or at the supermarket) that are analyzed for intonation or grammar. As the name of the channel suggests, the hosts are British, so you should definitely subscribe if you are looking to learn this English variety. Subscribe to the channel here!

english Youtube Channels

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Jennifer ESL

Jennifer ESL is a channel run by an English teacher. Most of her videos are aimed at beginner students, though she also has resources for more advanced learners. She explains grammar in a fun and engaging way, and all her videos are categorized into playlists suitable for different levels of proficiency (beginner/elementary, intermediate, and advanced). Some of the topics she covers, for example, include subject-verb agreement and prepositions. Her manner is so professional and skillful that you will feel as though she is your own personal teacher! Further, she’s from the USA, so will help you develop your ear from the American English accent.

english Youtube Channels

Business English Pod

If you are looking to learn English to improve your professional prospects, you should definitely check out Business English Pod. This is a weekly podcast that features ESL teachers who talk (and sometimes even teach) about topics relevant to those who want to learn English for professional reasons. For instance, you can find lessons on vocabulary in the field of economics or tips on how to ask for a raise without being impolite. The podcast, available on YouTube, is fast-paced and uses some jargon, so it’s best suited for advanced English learners.

Britlish

Britlish is a great channel for people who like to learn a language through context, that is, words and phrases you need in specific places and situations, like at the airport, cinema, office, and more. This YouTube channel features different playlists organized by circumstance, and provides not only vocabulary lists, but also real-life conversations (such as being at the airport or at the supermarket) that are analyzed for intonation or grammar. As the name of the channel suggests, the hosts are British, so you should definitely subscribe if you are looking to learn this English variety.

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English course in Mississauga, Schneider Electric.

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English course in New York, Enel Green Power North America Inc.

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English course in Phoenix, COSENTINO NORTH AMERICA.

"My first lesson went well. David is very good. He easily found my weak points and helped me fix them the right way."
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English course in Online.

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