Instructors

Harry

Native language:: English

Total orders:: 1692

Nationality:: Australia

Residence:: Australia

Skills

Exam Preparation
Business English
Teaching License
British English
American English
Beginner
Kids
Advanced

Certifications: Cambridge RSA Celta
Announcements: I place a strong emphasis, whether in the classroom or online, on creating a positive and encouraging learning environment where my students can feel completely safe and confident in presenting their work. Also, an environment in which they can have the utmost confidence that their work, no matter how long or short or at whatever level, will be read and corrected with my complete attention. I not only make corrections where necessary, but also make suggestions where appropriate as to how something might be written in a more natural, native-speaker style. My feedback style, although thorough and detailed, is also always encouraging and respectful. I have always enjoyed teaching, whether face-to-face or online, and I get a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from seeing my students' English abilities thrive and grow from week to week.
Hobbies/Travel: My hobbies are surfing, playing in a band with my friends, music, reading and writing, and collecting old books. I live near the beach and go surfing whenever there are some nice waves. I like all kinds of music, especially classical (Beethoven and Bach are my favourites), jazz (Coltrane, Thelonious Monk) and rock and pop (The Beatles, The Who). I have too many favourite books to mention, but one of my all-time favourites is Charles Dickens’ David Copperfield. My love of books is probably why I became a writer myself. I have had two novels published, and am currently working on my third. I also love to travel. I have been to many countries, and have lived in quite a few different ones as well. When I was younger I did a lot of backpacking, especially through Europe. Spain and the Greek Islands were two highlights. I’ve also travelled through South East Asia, which was very beautiful. Of course every new country has new and exciting things to do and see, but the most exciting country I’ve ever been to is Egypt. Seeing the pyramids with my own eyes was amazing! Sadly, I haven’t been to Japan – yet! But I have had many wonderful Japanese students who have all recommended things I should do and see, so I must visit soon.
Message from the instructor: Hello. My name is Harry, and I have been an English teacher since 1997. Through my long experience of classroom, and private one on one teaching, at all levels from Beginners to Advanced, I am familiar with the kinds of mistakes, large and small, that non-native speakers make when writing. Of course many of these mistakes are grammatical. However, mastering written (or spoken) English is also a matter of being able to use a more natural turn of phrase, or a more appropriate word, where required. This is often the difference between a good and an excellent piece of writing. Being a writer myself, I always try to make every sentence as good as it can be. Sometimes they come out perfect first try, other times I have to rewrite – and rewrite! However, the feeling I get when I have written a good sentence or paragraph is always worth the extra effort. That’s why I always pay the utmost care and attention to every word and sentence – both my own and my students. When a sentence or piece of writing scans, it reads easily and naturally. Helping my students to create such naturally flowing writing has always been one of my chief aims as a teacher. However, I understand that this can at times be difficult and frustrating for a student, especially when something they may have spent a long time working on needs correcting. This is why I am always patient, sympathetic, and above all, encouraging, and am always careful to explain any corrections I have made. I look forward to the opportunity of working with you, and in helping you to create the very best writing that you can.

Tomoofk

Thank you for your feedback and encouraging comments as always!

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soursop88541

Thank you very much for the useful advice! Your explanation was easy to understand.

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english3759

I will try to use the phrase 'I am into' next time. Thanks for your advice. Your comment make me try harder to learn English!

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Tomoofk

Thank you for your encouraging feedback and informative suggestions as always!

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english3759

I will try harder to study English, Thanks Harry.

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Tomoofk

Thank you for your feedback and suggestions to improve my sentences that are informative!

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gorichan

Hi, Harry, How are you doing? I'm happy to have you again in IDIY. Your corrections all make sense, thank you. My chief concern is the health. I have learned that people have more snd more health problems when they become old. When I was younger I didn't have any health problems. The results of annual medical checks came back with nothing bad. I think I need to let my kids know about this sad reality, because they have to be more proactive to maintain the health. Take care, and enjoy the beautiful autumn weather, Bye for now, Yoko

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Tomoofk

Thank you for your feedback with encouraging and informative comments!

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english3759

Thank you Harry. Your encouragement is very empowering. I will try harder to use English more fluently.

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makomako2023

Thank you very much. Your feedback is useful.

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RoyMaru

Dear Harry, Thank you for your compliments on my writing. The time spent paid off. It was one of those writings that took me long before I could submit it. Your comments are encouraging, and I will keep on working. Best,

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gorichan

Hello, Harry, How are you? Thank you for the corrections you made on my writing. I'm happy reading your nice comments. I was afraid to write such opinion which contains a lot of criticisms, because people would think I'm just a stupid old woman who envies young girls, but actually, I enjoy it. Take care, and see you next time. Yoko

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0813mini

Thank you very much! Your comments are always very encouraging.

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salvia71892

Thank you for your feedbacks! I hope you have a lovely day

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mashroom

Dear Harry, I appreciate your advice! Have a wonderful wekend. Best regards, Mashroom

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