The English language is an essential tool in any scientific area. When I started studying Biology at the University, I had to read and understand scientific papers in English. While I was studying the PhD in Buenos Aires, I had the chance to work in two laboratories of the Uppsala University, Sweden. That professional experience made me face the need to communicate in English in a foreign country. I contacted Maria Rosa. From the very beginning the diversity of teaching material and Maria Rosa’s creativity caught my attention. Each class was prepared to meet my needs. After taking classes with Maria Rosa for five months, I was not afraid to speak English, I was more fluent and I could understand more. In Sweden, I could communicate without any problems. When I returned to Buenos Aires, I decided to go on studying English to acquire accuracy speaking and writing. Last year (2004), I applied for a post-doc position in a University in the United States. We wrote application letters which game me the possibility to have interviews in different laboratories. Then we prepared the oral presentation of my research work carried out in Argentina. I am sending this testimony from a laboratory that belongs to Johns Hopkins University, where I am doing the post-doc.

Name: Fabiola Parussini
Age: 35
Place of Birth: San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina.
Profession: PhD in Biology.
Place of Work: Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, U.S.A.

   
  I remember four times at least that I tried to take up an English training course. I had to know English due to my profession. My situation changed when I had an opportunity for a post-graduate course abroad. To take advantage of this chance required first to pass an international English exam. The main problem was that I had only eight months to pass the exam to get the vacancy for the course. I needed an intense and personalized course. I contacted Maria Rosa who conducted the process with an adequate rhythm. It was also important the materials, such as books and movies that she used. Finally, the exam day arrived and the good results allowed me to continue with the post-graduate project. The Master of Sciences course was developed in Enschede, The Netherlands, during one year and a half. The project was a success. Then I returned to Buenos Aires. I have been studying English with María Rosa since then because there are still many things to improve and learn.

Name: Roberto De Ruyver
Age: 36
Place of Birth: La Cumbre, Cordoba, Argentina.
Profession: Licentiate in Atmospheric Sciences
Place of work: National Institute of Agricultural Technology – INTA. Buenos Aires, Argentina
     
  I am a tango instructor and I work mostly abroad. I used to travel with an American partner who would help me a lot with the language. Consequently, I did not worry about speaking English in the street, at a restaurant and in different everyday situations. When my partner and I decided to stop working together, a big problem started. I to explain to 40 people how to dance tango. In that moment, a friend of mine recommended Maria Rosa to me. I usually bring questions to the class and Maria Rosa helps me with different kinds of material such as written exercises, videos, listening activities, articles. In that way, she really meets my needs.

Name: Javier Rochwarger
Age: 38
Place of Birth: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Profession: Tango Instructor
Place of work: United States, Japan.
     
  I used to work as an air hostess in international flights at Argentine Airlines. English is an essential tool because I have to speak with passengers from different countries. I took English classes twice, six months in 1997 and two months in 2004.
The first time, my objective was to improve the level of the language. The second time I had to pass a test to be promoted to Senior Purser. I passed it and I was promoted.
The most important thing for me was to be able to take lessons without having a fixed schedule. Besides, she adapted the contents to my specific needs.

Name: Silvina Vazquez
Age: 2
Place of Birth: Cordoba, Argentina
Profession: Senior Purser
Place of work: Argentine Airlines
     
  I studied English during my childhood and when I was in high school. When I was at the University I realized how important English was for my career and in the business world.
I got in touch with Maria Rosa. Her lessons were very important because they helped me to get more fluency and I felt “comfortable” when I had to use the language. Maria Rosa offered me lessons to meet MY needs, taking into account my personal interests. One day, I found myself living in the United States for working reasons, speaking English all day long with different people. English was not a barrier to get my objectives, but it was a bridge.

Name: Sebatian Lago
Age: 26
Place of Birth: General Villegas, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Profession: Accountant
Place of work: The Hanover Company, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
According to Dr. Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence theory, teachers and professors should allow students to safely explore and learn in many ways, and they can help students direct their own learning. Educators can help sutdents understand and appreciate thier strengths, and identyfy real-wold activities that will stimulate more learning. When individuals have the opportunity to learn through their strenghts, unexpected and positive cognitive, emotional and social changes will appear.
 
 

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