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Practical advice from our teachers on learning a language online.

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October 26, 2026

Meet our AI advisor: how a talking assistant helps you choose a course

Choosing a language course is full of small questions. Our new video advisor answers them any time, and here is how it works.

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October 15, 2026

Business English: the 20 phrases that matter in meetings

You do not need a thousand idioms to hold your own in a meeting. You need a small set of phrases you can use without thinking.

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September 28, 2026

IELTS 7.0: a realistic 6-week plan

Six weeks is enough to raise your score if you already have a solid B2. Here is how we structure it.

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September 10, 2026

How long does it take to reach B2?

B2 is the level most adult learners aim for. Here is what it takes and what speeds it up or slows it down.