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No More Filler Words!
For real, like, these need to go in the trash. Having taught English face to face now for several eons of man, I have learned that one of the major obstacles to understanding someone is the overuse of filler words. The ”like”. The ”ums”. The ”uhhhhs”. The ”well, uh”…. There are at least 4 reasons…
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Profe’s Picks I: English-language content we can recommend!
Long ago, in the far south of the world, lived a people who called me Profe. It is short for profesor, teacher. I still carry this moniker with nostalgia and affection. In this series, I, Profe Aaron of Aandego, pick my favorite English-language content to recommend to intermediate students. This ”Picks series” will be updated…
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How to prevent the notorious Mind Freeze Attack
We have all been there… Speaking up in the meeting. Delivering our part of the presentation. Chatting to that cute colleague. And then, it hits. Your mind goes blank as a whiteboard and you cannot even remember what you were saying, or what words you had intended to say next. You freeze. If it’s your…
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Welcome to Aandego
Welcome to Aandego! Aandego was founded for Intermediate English learners. The founder, Aaron, will use this blog space to help teach Intermediate English learners who are improving and honing their linguistic skills. If you’re motivated, if you’re ready to advance, you’ve come to the right place. See you soon! Aaron Aandego looks forward to teaching…