Wordsplained
This channel breaks down vocabulary and phrases that pop up in the media. We'll look at everything from Internet culture to US politics to business jargon! Subscribe for an extra knowledge boost to help you stay up-to-date on key words in the news.
In an age where misinformation and disinformation spread like wildfire (and where words get used as weapons), it's now more important than ever to make sure we fully understand the things we read, hear, and say.
We'll also cover language and writing-related topics like dealing with AI-generated text, etymology (word history), common errors (and how to fix them), and a few more lighthearted topics that will help you expand your mind (while giving you a chuckle in the process).
This channel is entirely run by Alisha (a real-life certified copyeditor). I have experience in teaching, translation, and marketing (and am fluent in Japanese).
Please email for business inquiries.
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Even if you hate emojis, this video will blow your mind. I read a TON of research studies about the fascinating effects of emoji use, and I packaged the results into this quick video. You'll learn that there are times when using emojis can actually HELP your professional communication, and you'll also learn about how and when to AVOID using them. It's all really straightforward, but you'll definitely be surprised by a lot of the research findings. You can start applying what you learn right away! 🤗
Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17FgQ...
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What’s the best emoji? Additional answers accepted in the comments
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Nobody agrees on the meaning of this word. It didn't have to be this way. Find out what happened (and why): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mm4I...
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What does “woke” mean to you?
I just made a video all about the complex history of woke, and it covers everything from the word's roots in Black American culture to the modern day usage as a vocabulary weapon in politics.
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mm4I...
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Pick your Halloween vibe 🎃
I've packaged all the Halloween history and etymology you need for this year's festivities into one deeply researched (and deeply unserious) video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs_-w...
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Hey subscribers! What video topic interests you most?
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Hi English Writing Tips subscribers! Here's the information for the next live writing workshop. The first workshop was a lot of fun and was a great success, so I'm really looking forward to the next one. :)
Date: Tuesday, October 12, 11 AM Japan Standard Time (10 PM New York City Time)
Topic: How to Write a Paragraph (3 types)
In this workshop, we're going to focus on writing paragraphs. I selected three types of paragraph to focus on:
1. Journal/diary style paragraph (something you can use when you write for yourself or when you want to share something on social media)
2. Summary paragraph (something to use at work, school, or other professional situation to share data, research, etc.)
3. Essay introduction (something to use at school or work; different from a summary paragraph)
Other Topics in This Workshop:
- transition words
- vocabulary choices (appropriate vs inappropriate)
- use of emojis, slang, etc.
As with writing workshop #1, I invite you to submit a writing sample for the workshop. Please submit samples that are 150 words or fewer. When you submit, please note which type of paragraph you've chosen (journal, summary, or essay introduction). Submit your writing sample as a reply to this post. Your deadline is October 8, 2021 (Friday).
PLEASE NOTE: If you reply to this post with your self-introduction, I may choose your text to be included in the workshop (and may say your name and any personal details you include).
Good luck preparing your writing samples, and I look forward to seeing you at the workshop!
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Hello subscribers! Planning some new videos for the month and want to ask you what you're most interested in! Take a second to vote in this poll (or reply to this post) with your opinion! Thank you, and have a great weekend!
What videos do you want to see the most?
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Hello English Writing Tips subscribers! The first live writing workshop on the channel is going to be on Tuesday, August 10th at 11 AM (JST)/Monday, August 9th 10 PM EST. The focus topic is self-introductions. We'll cover casual and professional self-introductions. If you would like to submit a self-introduction writing sample (short texts, no life stories, haha), please add it as a reply to this post!
Deadline: Friday, August 6th
PLEASE NOTE: If you reply to this post with your self-introduction, I may choose your text to be included in the workshop (and may say your name and any personal details you include).
Looking forward to the workshop!
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Hello English Writing Tips subscribers! I'm planning some upcoming lecture-style videos and want to get your feedback! What do you want to practice the most? Vote below and let me know!
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