I help you...
... take ownership of your English voice and boldly use it in global conversations on any topic to connect with people from around the world and make a difference.
... discover the joy of meaningful learning and become more autonomous by making good use of a myriad of wonderful tools and resources at your disposal.
... take your English to the next level and unlock doors of countless opportunities:
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ace that challenging English exam
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grab that career opportunity you've been waiting for too long
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study at your dream university
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live and work abroad and create the life YOU want
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meet the Love of your life
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enjoy your favorite songs, books, movies, shows, and TV series in English
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travel around the globe and meet new people from various cultures and backgrounds
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keep in touch with the latest global news and trends
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surf the Internet with ease, finding all the information you need for your research
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learn new skills
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be a part of a network of like-minded professionals from around the world
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volunteer for global charity organizations and make a REAL change in this world
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create your ideal future self
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make your voice count
My Values...
FREEDOM has always been a core value of mine. I firmly believe that people should be their authentic selves, free to express their opinions and decide what to study and how to study.
This is why I offer 1:1 classes and group programs where the syllabus is negotiated with you and tailored to meet your personal needs and preferences, allowing YOU to have a say about the course topics and format, making your learning more relevant and meaningful.
I believe in promoting AUTONOMY and LIFE-LONG GROWTH. I will help you take ownership of your studies, teaching you how to build learning habits and eventually become a more independent learner.
My final goal as a teacher is to help you find joy in learning and gain the skills and confidence to continue the journey by yourself.
Finally, I seek to establish a GENUINE CONNECTION with my clients. Building rapport, based on mutual trust and respect, is essential to be able to work together.
I care about who you are as a person, and I want you to feel welcome and at ease during our lessons. I believe that a friendly, relaxed environment contributes to increased motivation and a more stimulating learning experience.
What my clients say...
"As a marketing manager in a global corporation, efficient English communication is key for me. It was a fantastic experience to take part in Bistra's Advanced Discussion Course not only to improve my fluency and accuracy but also to get a global perspective on current political and societal matters.
Bistra is not only a fantastic teacher and expert in present affairs but also a very kind and erudite person. I'm extremely happy to give her my highest recommendation!"
Kristina Widmann, Germany (Speak Your Mind, Advanced Discussion Course)
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IN THIS FABULOUS FREE LESSON ON TATTOOS AND
JUDGING A BOOK BY ITS COVER:
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why the topic of tattoos
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the history of tattoos (article)
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questions for reflection/discussion
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a short documentary on the rise in the popularity of tattoos
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vocabulary list from the video (level B1/B2)
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an interview with a tattoo artist
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a video about the psychology behind body art
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more questions to springboard a discussion about the tattoo stigma
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an article on how workplaces are phasing out the tattoo stigma
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vocabulary list from the article (level C1/C2)
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a real-life task