Testimonials
My students are the main reason I am able to do what I love to do. Because of them, I have been able to spread the love for learning languages in many different countries. I am thankful for every nice thing that students and fellow teachers have said about me, and I only hope to keep expanding this collection of positive language learning experiences..
We had the great pleasure to have Adriana as our English teacher for almost one year in a course here in Italy. We are enthusiastic about her teaching because it was full of joy and every lesson was very interesting, always mix of fun insights into the English language. The class would pass by very fast, and every day we would understand and improve more. After every lesson she gave us extra material (on paper or online) which allowed us to practice more at home. During the course we enjoyed talking about different subjects, ranging from art, current events, movies, social themes and many others. One part of the course was about Canada, the place where Adriana lives, and we liked to know the stories and traditions of a country that we never visited. She is very professional. We recommend Adriana as a teacher!!!
- Martina (Visual Artist) and Giorgio (Computer Scientist), Bologna, Italy
I had the pleasure of learning beginner Spanish under Adriana's instruction at the University of Alberta. Trying to learn a second language as an adult can be quite difficult but, because of Adriana's bright spirit and genuine enthusiasm for languages it made me excited too. Classes with her were always goofy and welcoming. She encouraged speaking and writing through creative projects which helped make the language learning process so much more fun and interesting. She turned what would have been a daunting task into something that inspired me to continue learning. I very much look forward to continue learning languages from her. You will not find a more positive and patient teacher in the entire city of Edmonton
If you were to ask me, “What is Adriana like as a teacher?” I’d be stooped! To put it into words would not do her justice! But by saying that I guess I just answered your question! Adriana does not teach you just the different words (although she is an expert in explaining the different nouns, adjectives, tense, and verbs) but creates an environment of learning in which she immerses you in the language and ultimately the culture. Furthermore her infectious enthusiasm for educating definitely made me excited for her class at the University. I would even say it was her class I looked forward to the most, and I have yet to have as many laughs in another class. Adriana helped me grasp the Spanish language to a point where I still keep my phone (and occasionally computer) in Spanish! I’d be taking up the page if I put more reasons to recommend Adriana; so for lack of better words, stop reading this and start falling in love with learning a language!
- Daniel (Forestry Student), Edmonton, Alberta
It was a privilege to have Adriana as my Spanish instructor at the University of Alberta. She was able to guide me through the steps to learning this completely novel language in a way that was fun and not overwhelming. Her enthusiastic demeanour inspired me throughout the class to constantly want to learn and expand upon my Spanish skills. She ensured that we gained the skills necessary to transfer our Spanish into a real world setting, in a variety of different cultures. Adriana is excellent at giving feedback in a constructive, encouraging way. For these reasons and many more, I would recommend Adriana to anyone with a desire to learn or improve in Spanish.
- Sydney (Psychology Student), Edmonton, Alberta
I appreciated very much Adriana’s classes and particularly her method of teaching though play, conversation and cultural references. Her classes where always challenging and never boring because of her explosive and amazing personality. Before her classes I felt hopeless and discouraged because I thought I wasn’t able to understand spoken English. She gave me confidence both in overcoming the inhibition to speak and improving my listening skills and understanding of English.
-Anna (Pediatrician), Bologna, Italy
Le lezioni di inglese alle quali ho partecipato sono state sempre molto interessanti, allegre, piene di contenuti e per nulla noiose, cosa molto importante visto che il corso era di sera dopo una intera giornata di lavoro. Consiglierei Adriana come insegnante a moltissimi altri studenti! E la sua energia e voglia di insegnare... a molti altri insegnanti!
(The English classes that I attended were always very interesting, cheerful, full of content and never boring, which is very important considering that the course was in the evening after a long day of work. I would recommend Adriana as a teacher to many other students! And her energy and passion for teaching....to many other teachers!)
- Morena (Project Manager), Bologna, Italy
Adriana's classes? They are definitely special! Fun and interaction are the main ingredients she regularly uses. I won't ever forget that lesson about food and traditions: it ended with a buffet prepared by her! It was a very unexpected treat and it stimulated our interaction like never before. If you are thinking of taking lessons with Adriana, I would definitely say to you: come on, do it!
-Marco (Periodontist and Researcher), Bologna, Italy
Adriana was my English teacher in the winter of 2015. She has so many passions and her classes are fascinating, funny and touch on different topics, for example art (one of her passions), the future, social problems etc. During her course I greatly improved my English, therefore I would reccomend Adriana as a teacher to anyone, partly because she really loves teaching.
-Tiziana (Retired Physiotherapist), Bologna, Italy
I personally enjoyed Adriana's English lessons. Adriana is a very lively and fun instructor and she put in all her enthusiasm in helping me learn English. Her lessons were always varied and interesting.
- Sandra (Gift Shop Owner), Bologna, Italy