How to Make Students Feel More Comfortable in Online Classes
No matter the activity, people tend to do their best when they’re feeling comfortable. So a big part of online...


Explaining Subtlety in English Communication


What Are Your Unique Selling Points as an Online Tutor?


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Explaining the Difference: "For" and "Since"
The differences between "for" and "since" are often subtle. To help clear up any confusion students may experience when using...


On the House: Share These Alternatives for "Free" (With Discussion Questions)
“Free” is a word that usually gets people’s attention quickly! But do your students know any other ways to express...


Why “Repeat After Me” Doesn't Improve Pronunciation
You’re reading out some expressions for the student to repeat after you. In your opinion, which of the following is...


How to Make Students Feel More Comfortable in Online Classes
No matter the activity, people tend to do their best when they’re feeling comfortable. So a big part of online...


How to Motivate Students Who Feel Like They Aren't Improving
Many students begin studying English with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. But learning a new language isn't easy, and many...
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Free Conversation Topics for the Holiday Season [Updated]
Upcoming holidays make great free-talk topics. With this in mind, we've put together some questions and discussion points to get...


Discuss These Lesser-Known Christmas Songs in a Free-Talk Lesson
A handful of Christmas songs have become classics guaranteed to get tons of plays every holiday season. However, that doesn't...


Explaining Phrasal Verbs With "Put"
Up next in our series on phrasal verbs, we're highlighting some of the many ways students can use "put" in...


Toys and Learning Materials to Recommend to Parents of Young Learners
Humans learn in a variety of ways, and one that's particularly effective for children is called "kinesthetic learning." This term...


8 Cold & Flu-Related Phrases and How to Explain Them
Once the weather cools down, many students may start complaining about not feeling well. This is a good time to...


How Students Book Your Lessons
As tutors, we normally don't get to see how the booking system works from the student's side, which leads to...


Maximize Your Income With Last-Minute Bookings
Have you ever closed slots that haven't been booked yet? Do you think opening slots at the last minute is...


How to Write Great Lesson Notes
Delivering enjoyable and educational classes for our students is only one part of the service we provide at Engoo. So...


Types of Incidents You Didn't Know You Should Report
Occasionally, you may encounter situations during lessons that make you go, “Wait, is that allowed?” Today, we’ll cover four types of...
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How to Avoid Answering Sensitive Questions [Updated]
It happens every now and then: a student asks a question that is too personal or just not appropriate for...


What Does Our New AI Tool Mean for Tutors?
As you have probably seen, we have been developing a new AI-powered tool for users of our platform. We hope...


Tips to Confirm Students Really Understand
You've likely been in a situation in which you explained something to a student, who then told you they had...


8 Facts About Engoo for Our 8th Anniversary
Did you know that our international brand, Engoo, launched this month eight years ago? About a year after starting our...


What's in a Name? 6 Questions for Your Next Free-Talk Lesson
If you ever need a conversation topic that's suitable for all levels, there's an easy one right before your eyes:...


The Unique Challenges Faced by Many Japanese English Learners
According to a recent report, Japan ranks a record low 87th out of 113 countries and regions in the English...