M.K.
Visited 9 hours ago
M.K.
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Bosnian
Native
Croatian
English
Serbian
Speaks
Spanish
Turkish
Finnish
German
Italian
Ph.D. with 17+ years of experience teaches ESL and SSL to schoolers and adults.
Teaches
Bosnian
Native
Croatian
English
Serbian
Speaks
Spanish
Turkish
Finnish
German
Italian
Ph.D. with 17+ years of experience teaches ESL and SSL to schoolers and adults.
From United StatesLiving in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina (04:03 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 29, 2012Interest topicSports & FitnessTravelFilms & TV Series
I am a teacher, language trainer, teacher's coach, mentor, doctor of education, an educational scientist, adviser and author. I went to teacher training high school, after what I study literature at Sarajevo University, Faculty of Philosophy. In a in a field of educational science, I did my master studies at Zenica University, and my doctoral studies at Sarajevo University, Pedagogical Faculty and University of Jyväskylä. After doctoral studies, I got a certificate in TOESL (by Arizona University, USA) and Bilingual Brain (By Houston University, USA). Currently, I am an active online teacher, and I teach teachers 'how to teach online?', travel and work on new courses.Me as a Teacher
All my life I have been trained "to be the best teacher" and "help students achieve their goals", so, I did my best. I worked for 5 years in secondary and high school, where I taught English, South Slavic language(s) and literature. Then, I worked for a while as an Expert Associate in the Education Research at the Methodology Department of Faculty of Sport. Also, I was active in the fields of project coordination, curriculum development, workshops for self-esteem development and programs for intercultural sensitivity and competence.My lessons & teaching style
I employ different methodologies and approaches to teaching: audio-lingualism, computer assisted language learning, checking-homework challenge, encouraging students to speak as much as possible, Neurolinguistic programming and crossing cultures.
Teaching approaches: task-based learning, using L1 in class, the grammar-translation method, the communicative classroom.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
TESOL Certificate: Teach English Now! Foundational Principles - Arizona State University - 2016Course of Specialization about learning theory and the practical strategies of English as a Second Language teaching.
Certificate uploaded
Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment - Arizona University - 2019
Certificate uploaded
Master's , Education - UNZE - 2012
Certificate uploaded
Theories of Second Language Acquisition - Arizona State University - 2016Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language
Acquisition, authorized by Arizona State University
Certificate uploaded
Education
2012 - 2017
Master's - Education MA in Education
2015 - 2015
Other - The Bilingual BrainThis course introduces the student to the behavioral and neural
bases of bilingual language processing. It considers the
importance of age of learning as well as language proficiency and
control as crucial aspects of bilingualism
2013 - 2016
Doctorate - Educatioan and Applied LinguisticsPHD candidate
Work Experience
2008 - 2011
teacher3 years experience in teaching in foreign language. I was teaching Bosnian/Croatian/ Serbian five
years in schools.
2012 - 2023
online professional teacher
2017 - 2023
presidentpresident and teacher of NGO that represents online teachers
5.0
Rating
439
Students
6,077
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Trial Lesson
236 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Informal Tutoring
A1 - C2Conversation Practice294 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
Nate Wilson
21 Bosnian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Minela is an incredible teacher! The depth of her teaching knowledge and skill is truly mind-blowing. I always finish lessons feeling as though I've had the privilege of studying with one of the great minds in the field of education.
Jan 3, 2022
Barbara
5 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It was very good, the teacher do tell me my mistakes and that is great because that's what I need to improve my speaking. Moreover she encourages me and another very important thing to me: she told me not to be nervous in the lesson but to enjoy it.
I'm very happy with her.
Jul 23, 2017
Enrico
104 Croatian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Zahvalan sam što si me pratila od samog početka sve do sada (i dalje). Ovaj se kontinuitet ne podrazumijeva i mislim da je to nešto posebno.
Dec 7, 2016
Selma
9 Bosnian lessons
Minela is an amazing Bosnian teacher, that is really fun and engaging to work with as well. My mother tongue is Bosnian, but as I did not grow up in Bosnia I do not speak it as well as I would like. Minela is helping me to speak and write Bosnian more confidently both through working with grammar (that I have not had the opportunity to learn before) and through just regular (and fun) conversations.
I highly recommend Minela to everyone who wants to learn BCS, as I think she does an amazing job at adjusting to just the level one needs without foregoing the basics.
Jul 12, 2024
Rahul
6 Bosnian lessons
Excellent teacher. Very personable. Her English is also great for a beginner like me. Her methodology for learning is very good and builds great foundations
Dec 10, 2023
Alina Mertes
14 Bosnian lessons
Minela is an exceptional teacher, highly recommended for absolute beginners like myself looking to learn bosnian. Her lessons are not only enjoyable but also incredibly engaging. Working with her has been a delightful experience. 😊
Oct 9, 2023
Trial Lesson
USD 8.00
Your final payment will be made in USD