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Mastering Everyday English: Common Phrases and Idioms Explained

In this article, we’ll dive into some popular English idioms, where they come from, and how to use them naturally in daily conversations.

10 Simple and Proven Ways to Learn New Words

In this post, I’ll share 10 proven strategies to help you pick up new words and actually remember them!

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Bourdieu's 'feel for the game' refers to an individual's ability to intuitively understand the rules and expectations of a particular social or cultural context, based on their habitus, or embodied cultural dispositions.

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Small talk is a critical part of any language skill - discover the best small talk topics in English and how to sustain a conversation with native English speakers from the weather to current affairs!

The Art of Small Talk: How to Start and Sustain Conversations in English

Small talk is a critical part of any language skill - discover the best small talk topics in English and how to sustain a conversation with native English speakers from the weather to current affairs!

English Idioms Enhances Communication

How to Cope with Depression at University: My Personal Experience

Graduating from high school to university is a very exciting opportunity for any learner. But little did I know, i would face many challenges that almost cost me my entire academic career as I coped with depression.

Improve Your Academic Writing: Synonyms for Nouns

If you use the same words throughout your assignments, your writing will seem monotonous and unsophisticated. Use synonyms to avoid repetition.

Research Methods

Sociology and the Scientific Method

The scientific method in sociology is a systematic and logical approach to conducting research that aims to generate knowledge and test hypotheses through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

Theories & Concepts

What is the Social Ecological Approach to Understanding Obesity?

Social ecological theory and has been drawn upon to understand obesity as it provides a useful framework for understanding the complex and multifaceted nature of the phenomenon.

Research Methods

The Pros and Cons of Field Experiments in Sociology

This article explores the pros and cons of conducting field experiments in sociology, shedding light on the benefits and limitations of this research methodology.

Theories & Concepts

How Were Bourdieu's Theories Similar to and Different from Karl Marx?

Bourdieu and Marx have similarities but there are also significant differences in the way in which they understood the world. These are the main ways in which the two theorists shared ideas but also differed.

Theories & Concepts

Bourdieu's Theory of Social Reproduction

Pierre Bourdieu's theory of social reproduction is a comprehensive framework for understanding how social inequality is transmitted across generations.

What are the Benefits of Participating in Extracurricular Activities at University?

This article explores some of the benefits of participating in extracurricular activities in university and how this can help you develop important skills and build valuable relationships in university and beyond.

What Should I Do the Night Before the IELTS Exam?

Learn some practical tips on what to do the night before your IELTS exam. If you allow the jitters to get to you the night before, you might fall short of your goals.

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