by English Plus | Sep 2, 2025 | Listening Comprehension
Sharpen your listening skills for the TOEFL, IELTS, or SAT with this advanced audio practice. Listen to a university-level lecture on the refugee crisis and test your comprehension with exam-style questions and vocabulary analysis.
by English Plus | Sep 2, 2025 | Know Thyself, Thinking Out Loud
Is lying always wrong? We explore the tricky ethics of lying, from small white lies to life-saving deceptions, challenging you to question what it truly means to be a good person in a complicated world.
by English Plus | Sep 2, 2025 | History Bites
Explore the terrifying and transformative story of the Black Death. Discover how this medieval plague didn’t just cause unprecedented death, but also shattered the feudal system, empowered peasants, and sparked a cultural rebirth that echoes to this day. History’s darkest chapter might just be its most fascinating.
by English Plus | Sep 2, 2025 | Social Spotlights, The Age of AI
Discover the hidden world of algorithmic bias, where AI systems in hiring, loans, and justice perpetuate and entrench societal inequality. Learn about the “black box” problem, the push for Explainable AI (XAI), and the practical steps we can take to build a fairer automated future.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Know Thyself, Thinking Out Loud
Feeling stuck? Discover how cultivating gratitude isn’t just about saying thanks, but a powerful mindset shift that can rewire your brain for happiness, resilience, and wonder. Learn the practical magic to find joy in the everyday.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Literary Fiction
A man’s quest for revenge on his cruel headmaster shatters in an instant of unexpected pity. Read the short story “Chalk on Elias’s Mind” by Danny Ballan, followed by a complete author-led deep dive into its themes of memory, power, and the true meaning of confrontation.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Focus on Grammar
Elevate your English with this advanced grammar lesson on eco-friendly transportation. Analyze complex sentences, inversion, and participle clauses to ace your international exams.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Knowledge Quizzes, The Age of AI
Test your knowledge of artificial intelligence with our engaging quiz! Learn to separate the myths of Skynet and HAL 9000 from the actual challenges AI presents today, such as algorithmic bias, job displacement, and the critical concept of AI alignment.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Technology, The Age of AI
Explore what it means to live in the Age of AI. We break down the good, the bad, and the ugly, from job displacement to ethics, and how to future-proof your skills.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | General Spotlights, The Age of AI
AI isn’t here to replace us, but to augment us. Explore the “human-in-the-loop” concept, discovering why human oversight, empathy, and judgment are becoming more critical than ever in a world of powerful algorithms. Learn about the future of work and our role in an automated world.
by English Plus | Sep 1, 2025 | Myths And Legends
Ever wonder what it takes to get the sun to rise? Discover the epic legend of the Mayan Sun God, a mind-bending tale of hero twins, deadly celestial ballgames, and a nightly journey through the underworld. Explore how this ancient story shaped a civilization and still shines today.
by English Plus | Aug 29, 2025 | Education Spotlights, Lifelong Learning
Feeling stuck? Adopt a new philosophy for life with these 10 powerful principles for lifelong learning. A motivational manifesto to guide your personal and professional growth, rooted in curiosity and resilience.