The SpeakUP [speaking group] lessons gave me a new point of view to learn English. In some sense, I was taught to learn English for tests or examinations for many years. I seldom have the opportunity to focus on "real communication" and most of my energy has been spent on understanding literacy itself. I didn't know much about the meaning of "usage" in different situations and needs. Your lessons and other lessons from EPPIC let me start to know it, such as "small talk" and "extending conversation." It is not just a matter of literacy but quite communicative and interactive. I believe that this is an important aspect of so-called "authentic English."
Liling Guo, Visiting Scholar