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Not Another Language School Blog
Don’t worry, this blog is not just English language school news.
Artist & educator, Ruth Pringle brings Scotland – and English learning – right to you in powerful, interesting ways.
So, why not make a cup of something lovely and pop over (virtually) to Scotland for a unique cultural immersion into our landscapes, culture, art, and ideas – the Blue Noun way!
English learners, you’ll also find free English lessons and practice questions.
There are some whole ELT class plans in there too!
Enjoy!
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Where a Shrimp is as Remarkable as a Shark
Why some of the quieter moments on an English holiday matter more than you thinkThere’s pressure on language holidays...
Will I Visit Edinburgh on My English Language Holiday in Scotland?
If you’re considering a Blue Noun English language holiday in Scotland, you might be wondering: will I visit...
“Enshittification”: A Conversation Lesson for Adults
A Day in the Life of an Ensh*ttificator An English conversation lesson plan for adults In a video sweeping the...
What Is a Zine? A Creative Way to Practise English
During a recent workshop at Birnam Arts in Perthshire, I discovered how a simple folded booklet — a zine — can open...
Language Holidays for Women: Why Design Matters
The travel industry has long made an assumption about solo female travellers: that they must be single. But many women...
Not Just Talking in English: Why a Language Coaching Holiday Isn’t a ‘Lite’ Option
“Will my English really improve if we’re just talking?” Sometimes people ask whether a language coaching holiday is...
When an Artist Designs a Journey: An Origin Story
When I was in my final year of art school in Dundee, I made friends with an Italian exchange student, Alessio, and a...
Looking for a Language School Holiday to Learn English? Think Again.
The Problem with Language School Holidays Classroom learning has a role. Good teachers do careful, attentive work...
Is Culture Just a Break on Your Language Course Holiday?
If you’re searching for a language course holiday, you’ll notice that almost every programme promises 'culture'....
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