Speech is an essential element of language, one that we all employ in our daily lives. What about a speech? A speech is a formal address, delivered to an audience, that seeks to convince, persuade, inspire or inform. From historic moments to the present day, the English language » Read More
Talk Summary: Is learning English so important? Why? How come the Chinese are obsessed with improving their English? What opportunities does it bring? Jay Walker discusses. To view the official TED transcript of Jay Walker’s speech please click here. TED Explained: ‘Let’s talk about manias.’ 1. “Mania” » Read More
TED Explained: In a culture where being social and outgoing are prized above all else, it can be difficult, even shameful, to be an introvert. But, as Susan Cain argues in this passionate talk, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world, and should be encouraged and celebrated. » Read More
Talk Summary: In his famous speech to Stanford University graduates in 2005, Steve Jobs talks about three different stories from his life: Connecting the dots, Love and loss, and Death. English Trackers highlights some of the notable vocabulary Jobs uses in his speech. To view the transcript of Steve » Read More
Adverbs. I’m sure you’re familiar with them from grammar lessons. After learning how to spot nouns, verbs and adjectives, adverbs are normally next on the list: those words, commonly ending in –ly that modify verbs, adjectives and other adverbs. But have you ever thought about how adverbs can be » Read More
Sheryl Sandberg gave this TED talk in December 2010 and ultimately a book grew out of this speech. Her book, published in 2013, is entitled: Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead. So what does ‘lean in’ mean? With these two words Sheryl Sandberg coined a new » Read More