Ms. Tamy Chapman is a full-time teacher in International Programs at the University of California, Irvine, where she creates and teaches online ESL and Business English classes. Ms. Chapman began teaching in the field of ESL in 1996 and since that time has taught all levels and subjects of ESL and teacher-training classes. Her teaching experience also includes high-school and community college in the U.S. and several years as an EFL teacher/teacher trainer with the Peace Corps in China. Her master’s degree in English is from Texas Tech University, and she has an ESL teaching certificate from UCI.
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Unlock the secrets of American English pronunciation with our expert-led course. Perfect for non-native speakers, this course focuses on mastering difficult consonants and vowels, stress placement, intonation, and smooth word transitions. Achieve a more natural-sounding accent and enhance your communication skills.
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This beginner-friendly course serves as a refresher on fundamental English grammar and punctuation rules, designed to equip you with the necessary tools for clear and effective writing. With just 10 hours of commitment, you'll revisit key concepts through engaging video lectures and practical exercises, setting a strong foundation for advanced writing skills.
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Embark on a journey to improve your essay writing skills with this beginner-friendly course. Designed for students and aspiring writers, 'Getting Started with Essay Writing' is the second part of the Academic English: Writing specialization. This course will equip you with essential techniques in crafting three key types of academic essays, preparing you effectively for college-level coursework.
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Embark on a journey to elevate your academic writing with our 'Introduction to Research for Essay Writing' course. This final module in the Academic Writing specialization prepares you for the capstone project by equipping you with all the necessary skills to plan, execute, and polish a compelling research paper. Whether you're a student or a professional aiming to improve their essay-writing abilities, this course offers valuable insights into the research process.
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Unlock the secrets of adjectives and adjective clauses with our specialized course designed for upper-level English learners. Learn how to effectively incorporate these essential elements into your communication skills to add complexity and clarity to your spoken and written English.
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Unlock the secrets of English grammar with our 'Tricky English Grammar' course. Designed for learners at all levels, this course breaks down difficult grammatical concepts into manageable lessons, ensuring a clear understanding of even the most perplexing rules. Perfect for non-native speakers looking to refine their skills and native speakers aiming to perfect their command over the language.
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Enhance your ability to listen and take notes during academic lectures in English with this tailored course. Perfect for students planning to attend college classes, this program focuses on improving listening comprehension and note-taking skills specifically for an educational setting.
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Improve your English teaching techniques by mastering the art of instructing adjectives, adjective phrases, and clauses in this comprehensive Coursera course. Designed for intermediate-level educators, this course simplifies complex grammar concepts and provides engaging activities to make learning fun and effective.
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Dive into 'Teaching Tips for Tricky English Grammar', a comprehensive course tailored for educators and learners aiming to refine their skills in teaching complex English grammar topics. This course, part of the Teach English: Intermediate Grammar specialization, focuses on identifying and addressing specific challenges faced by students at an intermediate level. Gain insights into why certain grammatical concepts are difficult to grasp and discover innovative techniques to facilitate learning.