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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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What’s the Best Way to Learn a Language?
Is There Such a Thing as 'The Best'? I often get asked, 'What's the best way to learn a language'. I believe that it's...
Why Journalling Became Part of the Blue Noun Experience
Our First Journalling Workshop One of the earliest journalling events we hosted at Blue Noun was a workshop called...
Is an English Immersion Holiday in a Classroom?
This blog is to say that although the traditional classroom will suit some English learners, it is long from being your only option.
You might not know that you no longer have to fit into such language schools’ methods.
Or that language learning doesn’t look like it did 20 years ago (or high school).
4 Thoughtful Pauses At Stirling Castle: Slowing Down And Noticing More
This blog shares 4 castle experiences that we love sharing with our immersion English learners.
In general, we love sharing the rich wealth of Scottish history with our guests. Here are our tips for getting the absolute best out of your own visit.
The Best Train Journey in Scotland? The Jacobite Steam Train
See Scotland by Steam This blog describes taking the Jacobite steam train (AKA the Harry Potter Train) from Fort...
Learn English On YouTube | The English Moments Channel
Now You Can Learn English on YouTube - Blue Noun Style! If you are looking for extra English practice this...
Can Professional English Be Fun?
Professional doesn’t mean corporate. (We have no interest in making that more palatable).
Professional means expert, skilled, trained and experienced – and these are all rich subjects for conversation.
Professional is whatever is authentic to you and your business – even if that’s a pint of beer, a BBQ and a flower crown.
Can Plants Help You Learn a Language? We Think So.
The Quiet Role of Plants on a Language Holiday There are no “typical days” on an English language holiday with us in...
English Learning Tips | Inhibitions
How easy do you find it to make a mistake in English?
This blog is to tell you why you SHOULD be making them!
Specifically, it will help you to find your ‘doesn’t matter Zone’: and show you why that is so important to language learning.
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