The pandemic has been challenging for everyone to say the least. It has been both fulfilling and rewarding to continue teaching Thai language lessons to my students in the New York City area. This upcoming year marks my 18th year dedicated to teaching private Thai lessons.
If you wish to start a Thai lesson, please include the following information.
Your purpose in learning Thai: work, family, or personal development.
Time frame: travel plan in three months? crash course? a long-term goal to reconnect with distant Thai relatives?
Your previous experience in learning a foreign language.
These questions are designed to help you reflect on your decision to begin learning Thai. While Thai isn’t the simplest language to master, achieving proficiency is within reach. My aim is to ensure that you are fully committed to the journey.
Thank you for reading this message.
Current availability: Please email me at kedsri@gmail.com for current availability.
Picture credit: Thai Graffiti artist, Alex Face, Chinatown, New York City.
As Christmas and New Year approach, I’d like to express my gratitude for the support of my Thai language students throughout the years. Many have remained friends long after our lessons concluded. I began teaching Thai in 2005 when I first moved to New York. It was an opportunity to experiment with second language acquisition theories I’d studied in graduate school, combining them with my experiences among American friends in both the States and back in Chiangmai.
The upcoming year marks the 18th year since I began offering Thai lessons. I am immensely grateful for this journey. I want to extend my warm wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May you have a wonderful time celebrating with your friends and family. I’m currently working on writing some posts and plan to post more frequently in 2024. Stay tuned!
I have recently been approached to teach English to Thai individuals in New York City. While I do offer English classes, particularly for academic purposes, as that is my role at school, I would like to emphasize the abundance of free resources available for learning English in NYC. Apart from the possibility of hiring a private tutor, if you are eager to enhance your English skills, there are numerous excellent options to consider exploring.
For those seeking daytime classes, my top recommendation is to explore the free offerings at the New York Public Library, the Queens Public Library, and the Brooklyn Public Library. These institutions provide valuable resources and classes that can help you acclimate to the language and the city itself.
Having personally studied and worked within the City University of New York (CUNY) system, I wholeheartedly endorse the ESL classes offered by CUNY. These courses not only aid in language acquisition but also offer insights into navigating the CUNY system and pave the way for pursuing a college degree in the future.
ในฐานะที่เรียนจบและทำงานอยู่ที่มหาวิทยาลัย City University of New York อยากแนะนำให้ดูคอร์สเรียนภาษาที่มหาวิทยาลัยนี้นะคะ เพราะว่ามันจะช่วยให้เข้าในระบบของมหาวิทยาลัยมากขึ้นค่ะหากต้องการเรียนในมหาวิทยาลัยในอนาคต (ปล.คือมันเป็นระบบราชการหน่อยค่ะ แต่ส่วนมากค่าเรียนถูกหรือไม่ก็ฟรี หากคุณเข้าใจระบบนี้ได้ ปรับตัวได้ มันจะช่วยในการไปทำงานในอเมริกาที่อื่นๆได้มากค่ะ)
By tapping into these resources, you’ll not only improve your English proficiency but also gain valuable knowledge about the educational landscape in New York City. Whether it’s getting accustomed to the language or aiming for higher education, these avenues provide a solid foundation for your journey.
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