Having Fun With American Idioms

Idioms can help you sound more like a native speaker.

What you'll learn
Students will learn common idioms while hearing an American accent.
Students will understand the context of using idioms.
Students will improve their listening, reading, and speaking skills.
Students will feel motivated and confident to use idioms in conversation
Requirements
Students must be ready to have fun learning idioms!
Description
Thank you for considering my class, Having Fun With American Idioms! My name is Carole Bersani, and I will be your teacher for this course designed by me, a TOEFL-certified English teacher! Together, we will be able to improve your understanding and use of the American language by learning and practicing idioms!

Throughout the six lectures, you will see amazing improvements in your use of the English language. I'm confident that you will love this course, and I invite you to ask me any questions before you decide to purchase. You may use my email address, cteachr1@gmail.com. Please put the name of my course in the subject area.

This course is appropriate for all levels of English Language Learners. According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), there are six levels of proficiency

A1 Beginner

A2 Elementary

B1 Intermediate

B2 Upper-Intermediate

C1 Advanced

C2 Proficient/Mastery

This course focuses entirely on idioms. There are similar terms, which have very subtle differences. Here is a brief explanation of some of the similar terms

Phrase = a small group of words that expresses an idea

Expression = an informal phrase related to an expressed action/feeling

Saying = a phrase made from memorable words

Proverb = a well-known, wise saying often from folklore/religion giving advice

Colloquialism = an informal expression used in spoken conversation

Idiom = a saying whose meaning should not be seen as literal

Taking this course on idioms is a smart thing to do because learning idioms can help you sound more like a native English speaker. The idioms are explained in context by a native English speaker. There are many opportunities to practice what you learn, and the course is fun!

Each lesson within the course includes

2-3 video explanations

10+ examples for each theme

Opportunities to quiz yourself on what you learn

Bright images and colors to motivate you

Currently, there are seven themes being presented, but if there is student interest, I will be happy to create more themes!

Weather

Greetings

Home and Family

Emotions

Food/Eating

Travel and Culture

Animals

Who this course is for
This course is for students who want to improve their vocabulary and increase their knowledge of some common American idioms.