Study in Europe

1. TipsWhether you are a novice or an advanced learner, there are always things, other than attending language courses, you can do to improve as a language learner. Drawing on the experience of teachers and other learners, here are some useful tips and tools. 8. Prefer active verbs to passiveAnother easy step to clear writing is to use verbs in the active voice (‘the car hit a tree’) rather than the passive (‘a tree was hit.by the car’). Compare these: 
Where to look for a job?Look for job adverts published on the Internet, in newspapers, at employment offices and with private recruitment companies. Don’t forget to check the EURES job mobility portal too. A company’s own website may contain details of vacancies, or they may use an external recruitment agent to conduct an initial screening of candidates. 
Germany - Swabian-style roast beef with onionsSchwäbischer Zwiebelrostbraten
INGREDIENTS (serves 4)
• 4 rump steaks
• Olive or rapeseed oil
• 4 to 6 medium-sized onions
• 3 tablespoons of clarified butter
• 500 ml of beef stock
• 250 ml of dry red wine
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh thyme in a linen bag
To be served with sautéed potatoes and
a mixed salad.