Dr. Mohammad Hossein Hariri Asl 
Learn how to use can and can’t to talk about abilities in this English for Kids lesson. Children will practice positive and negative sentences, questions, short answers, and contractions through simple examples and everyday activities. They will also enjoy a reading passage, answer comprehension questions, and learn how to describe what they can and cannot …
A gourmet is someone who appreciates high-quality food and drink, often possessing expert knowledge of fine dining, ingredients, and cooking techniques. The word can also describe food prepared to especially high standards. /ˈgɔː.meɪ/ US /ˈgʊr.meɪ/ (Noun & Adjective) Definition of Gourmet Gourmet (noun / adjective) Examples: In everyday English, gourmet often suggests exceptional quality, careful …
This post discusses the limitations and delimitations of my PhD thesis investigating social presence and interactivity in online second language (L2) learning communities. It examines challenges such as technical difficulties, unreliable internet connections, time-zone differences, cultural conflicts, learner attitudes, and limited collaboration. The post also explains the study’s deliberate focus on intermediate and advanced English …
A fiancé is a man who is engaged to be married. The word describes someone who has formally agreed to marry another person but has not yet become their spouse. /fiˈãːn.seɪ/ US /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/ (Noun) Definition of Fiancé A fiancé is a man who has made a formal commitment to marry someone. He is the male …
This post explores the data analysis methods used in my PhD study on social presence in computer-assisted language learning (CALL) and online learning communities. It explains grounded theory, including open, axial, and selective coding, constant comparative analysis, and memoing. The post also examines the researcher’s role as a participant-observer, data triangulation through observations, interviews, and …
Aplomb means the ability to behave calmly, confidently, and gracefully, especially in a difficult, stressful, or embarrassing situation. It describes composure and self-assurance under pressure. /əˈplɒm/ US /-ˈplɑːm/ (Noun) Definition of Aplomb Aplomb (noun) refers to self-confidence, composure, and poise when dealing with challenging circumstances. Someone who handles a difficult situation with aplomb remains calm …
در این پست آموزشی از مجموعه آموزش فارسی به کودکان، داستان شیر و خرگوش را به زبان فارسی ساده و روان می‌خوانید. این داستان آموزنده درباره شیری گرسنه است که به دلیل طمع، فرصت خوردن یک خرگوش را از دست می‌دهد و در شکار آهو نیز موفق نمی‌شود. کودکان و نوجوانان با خواندن این داستان، …
Finesse is the ability to handle a difficult situation or perform a task with skill, subtlety, and precision. It often involves achieving a desired result through tact rather than force. /fɪˈnes/ (Noun) Definition of Finesse Finesse is a noun that refers to skillful, delicate, and tactful handling of a situation, problem, or task. It can …
This chapter explores how teacher presence and socialization were fostered in an online English conversation course. Drawing on established pedagogical principles, it explains how structured posting schedules, clear participation requirements, recorded sessions, and conversational guidelines supported effective online instruction. It also examines how BuddyPress, bbPress discussion forums, and synchronous chat tools promoted social presence, learner …
A riposte is a quick, clever reply to a criticism, insult, or challenge. The word can also describe a swift counterattack in fencing, where a fencer responds immediately after defending against an opponent’s attack. /rɪˈpɒst/ US /-ˈpoʊst/ (Noun & Verb) Definition of Riposte A riposte is a prompt and effective response to an attack, accusation, …