Podcast with Mr. Farran

 

My Schedule [Semester 1 / 2024]

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Join the Speaking Center

EL111 Class Notes

 Unit 1: Link

Unit 1 [Part 2]: Link

Unit 2: Link

Unit 3: Link

Vocab List (Units 1 - 3): Link

Unit 4: Link

Unit 5: Link

Unit 6: Link

AOU Chatbot: Ask Me Anything About AOU!

 

7-Day Challenge Ideas

English Major Study Plan

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Online Bookstores

There are two great online bookstores in Kuwait that sell used books for really decent prices. I've personally bought from them, and I highly recommend you check them out. 

Page Turner Bookstore: Click here

Books for Cancer: Click here

Important Phone Numbers

Helpful EL117 Reminder

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Do you want to speak to someone?

 We all go through hard times in life and sometimes we feel like there's no solution in sight and no one to turn to. But we don't have to face our demons on our own. Sometimes, just talking to someone you trust can help. But there are times when a licensed therapist or a counsellor is needed. Below are three different platforms where you can find professionals to talk to. Some are free, some aren't. Check them out. You owe it to yourself to be happy and mentally healthy.   

Insta: Here

Android App: Here

IOS App: Here

Website: Here

Android App: Here

IOS App: Here

Insta: Here

Speak English with Natives!

There's this really cool phone app called 'CAMBLY' which allows users to practice and improve their spoken English. You register and they connect you with native speakers of English from different parts of the world.

You can try it for free first but then you pay if you wish to continue. I saw the app in action (one of my students had it on her phone) and all I can say is WOW! It's unique, educational, fun and you get to speak to real people any time you wish. Check it out [here]

Why You Should Buy A Kindle

If you are a book-lover like me, then I strongly recommend you buy a Kindle Paperwhite. A Kindle is an electronic device built specifically for reading. Unlike other tablets, you can look at the screen for hours without hurting your eyes thanks to the e-ink technology in it that makes it similar to reading a physical book. It will change your life, seriously. It's the one item I always have on me (with my wallet and phone). Wherever I go, you will find my Kindle on me.

Some of the reasons that make it such a wonderful device are the following:

+ Device is small, compact and lightweight (perfect for travelling) 
+ Electronic ink display (read for hours without causing eyestrain)
+ Built in light (read comfortably at night)
+ Stores over 1400 books (2GB version) 
+ Built in dictionary
+ Read in English and Arabic
+ Supports PDF & DOC formats
+ eBooks are cheaper (lots of free eBooks available online as well)
+ Allows you to highlight your favorite sentences/passages
+ Allows you to write notes on your eBook
+ Long battery life (I charge my device once every month)
+ Reasonably priced (30KD straight to your door from Xcite)

Kindle Paperwhite

EL117 Notes

EL117 Class-Notes Part 1 [here]
EL117 Class-Notes Part 2 [here]

Learn Japanese

The Japanese culture has a big following and many people are attracted to its popular animation, language and cuisine. If you're interested in learning Japanese, check out this website [Link] and learn a bit every day. 

Thank you Iman.

AOU Grading Scale

Below you will find the "letter grade" with its corresponding "grade range" and "GPA points" for all AOU courses.

Welcome

Welcome AOU students!

On this blog, you'll find a lot of useful information related to the university and your courses. Please feel free to share you ideas, thoughts and questions with me if any should arise. I want to hear from you all!

Wishing you all a productive and fruitful semester.