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Theo
- Price $84
- Answer 24h
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Students2
Number of students Theo has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Theo has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$84/h
1st lesson free
- Oral expression
- Phonetics
- Oratory
- Text commentary
- Linguistics
Pronunciation specialist in English language, accents & dialects. Experienced university tutor in linguistics, phonetics, phonology, TESOL, grammar, aimed at teachers, students & professionals.
- Oral expression
- Phonetics
- Oratory
- Text commentary
- Linguistics
Lesson location
Recommended
Theo is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Theo
English Language and linguistics lecturer at a British university. I teaching a range of topics at pre-degree, UG and PG students. BA (Hons) Linguistics from UCL (1st) - majoring in syntax and phonetics/phonology MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL RSA/UCLES Dip TEFLA (TEFLQ) 40 years teaching experience in the UK and overseas. If you have questions or queries about pronunciation, language and linguistics, just ask. Subjects I teach: # Research skills and ethics # Intro to linguistics and phonetics # English grammar and morphology # English syntax – theory and practice # Articulatory phonetics and English phonology # Intonation and connected speech # Intercultural communication # Dissertations, and academic writing # Forensic Linguistics – language and crime # The language system and language teaching # Testing and assessment assessment # ELT Management, Quality Assurance & Enhancement # How Talk works – the rules of everyday conversation* * Check out my article on English in School: (concealed information)
About the lesson
- Year 12
- Undergraduate
- Diploma/Certificate
- +2
levels :
Year 12
Undergraduate
Diploma/Certificate
Postgraduate
PhD
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I’m a language specialist with 40 years’ teaching experience offering bespoke lessons and consultation in all areas of English language, linguistics Phonetics and ELT at all levels, from general conversation to university PG. Broad expertise in general linguistics and phonetics. I can help you with… # Phonetic and linguistic terminology, concepts and theory # Pronunciation - speech production, articulation, phonation, and intonation # Phonological rules – accents, (in)formal styles, elision, assimilation & social consequences # English grammar – tenses, modification, categorisation, word classes, types and tokens # Language analysis - explaining complex ideas in simple terms # Practical teaching techniques, and Written and oral communication # Research skills to investigate all aspects of language and communication. # philosophers and theories as needs, with examples to show their usefulness & relevance. Lessons are tailored to suit your needs, stimulating and informative. We'll focus on areas you are interested in: describing, understanding, analysing and evaluating sounds, words and phrases, and the people who use them. No taboos – we discuss accents, dialects, pronunciation features without judgement: the goal is to understand how language is used, the people who use it …and their intentions.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Theo was one of my teachers at university . He was a teacher, tutor, and mentor all in one. His lessons were engaging, thought-provoking, and always sparked curiosity. He challenged us to think critically and inspired us to push beyond our limits.
His passion for linguistics and his insightful outlook on life captivated everyone in the classroom. I highly recommend Theo to anyone seeking to learn at the highest level. He will challenge you, inspire you, and undoubtedly bring out the best in you.Theo is an amazing and engaging teacher with excellent approach, full of energy and encouragement. I've had the honour of being his student 15 years ago and I still use his techniques now. His teaching style is real-life oriented, with examples that one can easily come across in everyday life. He uses up-to-date resources and is always keen to listen to students' contributions. He has definitely had a positive impact on my academic life, but more importantly, has prepared me to tackle the English-speaking world head on.
Theo is a tutor with a wealth of knowledge, there is so much you can learn from him. He has been my tutor and lecturer.
He is very professional and has helped me so much through my studies. He has supported me immensely whilst I was going through personal issues. Without his support I probably wouldn’t have completed my studies. There could not be a better tutor nor person than Theo.Theo's engaging, yet informative approach to teaching the English Language and liguistics has impacted my life in such a positive way I have now a newfound appreciation for language learning and teaching. I cannot praise Theo highly enough.
Theo had been my tutor while I was studying at the university, English language and TEFL and later on while I was doing my MA in Applied linguistics and ELT. I recommend Theo because he is a great tutor and a person too. Next to him I learnt how to write in academic style, using correct grammatical rules and syntax. I also learnt the significance of the pronunciation and intonation regarding young foreign learners of the English language. Theo has not only been my tutor but also my mentor. His help during exams, his constant affirmations that I would succeed in the end, and his belief in me made me work harder and achieve my goals. Speaking as a teacher now, a great part of my teaching is based on his lectures and his advice.
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Rates
Price
- $84
Pack prices
- 5h: $394
- 10h: $750
online
- $84/h
travel fee
- + $15
free lessons
The first lesson with Theo will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 45mins
Details
I'm able to travel locally without additional fee, but if you're further afield we'll agree a modest charge to cover travel expenses
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