Hello, my name is...
Paulene Piyawat
Hello everyone!
My name is Paulene, I’m Thai, and I live in Thailand.
In the past, I spent eight years teaching English to Thai students, and I really enjoyed my time as an English teacher. What I loved the most was seeing my students change their attitude toward the English language. Many started studying with the idea that it was an impossible task, but they all ended up realizing it wasn’t and really seemed to enjoy their English classes with me.
As time went by, I started to feel I needed a new challenge and decided to train to become a Thai teacher. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy, as my students would come from cultures I do not understand as well as mine, but I like a challenge!
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I am a very organized and thorough teacher. As a language learner myself, I understand the challenges that come with learning a new language and I will be there to support you in your learning, so you can achieve your goals. Learning a language requires time and dedication, and I will be by your side to guide you, and I will be there to cheer you on when you lose your motivation (it happens to the best of us!)
See you in my class!
Paulene P.
Education and Activities
2018-2022
Ubon Ratchathani University
2012
Six Flags Great Adventure, NJ
Joined Work and Travel Programin in the U.S.
2011
Hue University, Vietnam
Joined a Student Exchange Program
2010-2013
Khon Kaen University
Certificates
June 2023
Sumaa Language Culture
and Institute (Bangkok)
DEC 2022
Sumaa Language Culture
and Institute (Bangkok)
2016-2020
Arizona State University
(Coursera)
My Students Say
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“The fact that her English is so good is definitely helpful. She doesn't only teach me the language but also a lot about Thai culture.She's very open-minded and I think she's a natural teacher.”
Manon R., France
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
WHEN YOU WANT TO LEARN THAI
Here's the truth:
Learning Thai for adults is not easy. There are a million moving parts and pieces, linguistic knowledge, time constraints, and limiting beliefs that prevent you from achieving Thai, and most importantly from actually speaking Thai.
What if you could...
Have a step-by-step, easy-to-understand lesson to walk you through everything you need to start learning Thai…by taking a 1:1 online teacher?So, you can start learning a new language which is suitable for you.
You're in the right moment because you know ...
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You want to speak Thai but you don't know how to start.
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You learn Thai by yourself but you can't achieve what you expect.
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You're struggling with 5 tones (middle tone, high tone, falling tone, high tone and rising tone)
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You want to speak more naturally.
So you can finally
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Learn Thai effectively since you know the style you like and the road map is tailored to suit your level.
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Encourage to speak Thai and enjoy practising with various approaches such as communicative approach, direct approach, and grammar-translation approach.
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Speak Thai with confidence because you understand the tones and the ways to pronounce.
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Read Thai effectively since there are a lot of exceptions. A form and pronunciation are not the same (sometimes) according to the rules, exceptions of loan words, etc.,
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Understand Thai culture and understand how Thai people perceive the world
This is the relationship of teachers, learners and materials which helps learners in learning the language effectively
Teachers
Understand students' preferences and can apply the methodology to suit learners' needs.
Learners
Know own learning styles, set motivation and have self-discipline.
Materials
Can support students' learning; for example, simplified textbooks for second language learners, electronic flashcards, and authentic materials should be selected by the teacher.
Therefore, when the three components come together, students can achieve the target language more effectively. Let me help you!
If you're looking for ...
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A Structured Curriculum
The lessons are designed to suit student's needs and preferences. Paulene loves creating materials to apply with different students
An Experienced Teacher
Paulene has been working in the educational field for more than 10 years. Her favorite subjects are Linguistics, English and Thai.
Learning Language & Culture
Let's explore Thai language and embrace the culture to understand Thais' thoughts and how Thais perceive the world.