Discover our teachers

45,139 tutors available

Excellent ( 4.7 )

1.9 million student reviews

The list of private teachers

Jim

Llantrisant, United Kingdom (face to face & online)

Experienced english teacher - since 1992 *** 7 a / a* passes - by even a bottom sets student - 2017 ! * 100 % success rate in personal statements - to 23 aug 2018 ! * aim for a / a* only !

₹5,767/hr
1^st free class

Avneet

Vancouver, Canada (face to face & online)

Offering ielts classes according to candidates requirement and capabilities. providing specialised online classes with due consideration upon all modules

₹950/hr
1^st free class

Nonit

, United States (face to face & online)

A licensed teacher with a major in english taking up bachelor of secondary education.

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Rohit

London, Canada (online)

Hey guys, struggling for ielts ill help you. recently i have done my ielts. so, i used to teach ielts to my fellow friends and classmates and now i wana continue this. so me first lesson is free.

₹950/hr
1^st free class

Mohammed

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (face to face & online)

Learn english the language of the past /present and the future for development

₹1,184/hr
1^st free class

Brian

Oakville, Canada (online)

First-year university student giving english tutor to esl students (g12 english: average 94%)

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Sharanjeet

Markham, Canada (online)

Don't study to earn, study to learn, today is what you will become tomorrow

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Alessia

Montréal, Canada (online)

High school student enrolled in enriched language arts offering english lessons in montreal

₹950/hr
1^st free class

Taylor

Kingston, Canada (online)

Ma graduate with teaching and editing experience gives lessons to esl in kingston

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Kristin

Hamilton, Canada (online)

My name is kristin and i would love the opportunity to teach you english!

₹1,425/hr
1^st free class

Bronwyn

Johannesburg, South Africa (online)

Intricate english communication skills, studying tefl, situated in johannesburg, south africa 209

₹586/hr
1^st free class

Lola

Joplin, United States (online)

5 (1 review)
New

Esl tutor. 2 years experience of helping people learn english. tefl certified

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Timothy (tim)

Wheaton, United States (online)

English language instructor - all skills, all levels, eap, toefl. based near chicago, usa. 20+ years of experience, m.a. in tesol/esol and m.sc. in adult education. native english speaker.

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Robert

Victoriaville, Canada (face to face & online)

Newly-graduated esl teacher giving one-on-one online english tutoring sessions in victoriaville quebec

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Judy

Roswell, United States (online)

Esl tutor with years of tutoring experience and knowledge in spanish, french, and urdu.

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Brandy

Harrowsmith, Canada (online)

Qualified, experienced english teacher giving english lessons in reading, writing, and esl.

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Nuzi

Nottingham, United Kingdom (online)

Qualified tefl/ta, native english speaker. offering english language lessons, based in the uk. ️

₹1,794/hr
1^st free class

Maureen

Ajax, Canada (online)

Native english speaker and science graduate offers english lessons for elementary school children and beginner level adults

₹1,153/hr
1^st free class

Rey ann

Toronto, Canada (online)

Early education student gives english classes for grade school to middle school.

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Sarah

Kaduna, Nigeria (face to face & online)

French graduate offering english tutorials for easy learning and effective comprehensive understanding

₹91/hr
1^st free class

Bunu

Barnet, United Kingdom (online)

Offering english lessons and support to all amazing students online, join now

₹1,281/hr
1^st free class

Douglas

St. John's, Canada (face to face & online)

English language tutor: b.a, tesol, m.ed. over 20 years of experience. located in eastern canada

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Shalia

Mount Edgecombe, South Africa (face to face & online)

Esl teacher offering english lessons in durban (online platform and in person)

₹1,406/hr
1^st free class

Gilbert

Houston, United States (face to face & online)

Gifted english speaker and writer with 37 years experience teaches english speaking and writing.

₹3,581/hr
1^st free class

Adam

Kansas City, United States (online)

I'm a native english speaker with a degree in english literature who speaks two other languages. i have 12 years experience teaching at the university level and i designed an esl program from scratch.

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Jose

Philadelphia, United States (face to face & online)

Graduated as a teacher, my first language is spanish. i teach spanish and english as second language to all levels so i am here to help anyone with their needs or school purposes

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Marina

Aberdeen, United Kingdom (online)

Experienced teacher of english giving individual and group online classes developing all language skills

₹1,922/hr
1^st free class

Marwa

Surrey, Canada (online)

Teacher with over 7 years of experience offering to tutor students in english, writing, assignments, and help with homework.

₹1,153/hr
1^st free class

Christina

Medical Lake, United States (online)

I love to help people learn and will always encourage you to to keep trying because you can do it!!!! a kind, patient and fun native english speaker!!

₹1,548/hr
1^st free class

Cecilia

Noosa Heads, Australia (face to face & online)

Confirmed

Hi! i am pleased to meet you! i am happy to mentor your learning process. i developed my methods by learning several languages and also by studying the diploma of teaching english as a second language

₹2,028/hr
1^st free class

Munish

Mississauga, Canada (face to face & online)

Loves to teach with my super energy, commitment and enthusiasm to make english learning fun for others.

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Ahmed

Kangaroo Flat, Australia (online)

Graduate in english having the experience of 5 years teaching esl and toefl . let's break this barrier of success.

₹3,379/hr
1^st free class

Himani

Fremont, United States (online)

I'm a cornell engineering student looking to share my passion for english with elementary, middle, and high school students and english language learners of all ages!

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Peter

Glendale, United States (online)

Native english speaker with many tips and tricks to make learning languages super easy!

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Ian

Toronto, Canada (online)

Celta certified english teacher with experience online and in classroom settings gives esl lessons from home.

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Chad

Ellisville, United States (face to face & online)

Experienced english teacher and tutor, with 5 years of online experience and over 10 years over all.

₹1,258/hr
1^st free class

Kalea

Reisterstown, United States (face to face & online)

Fun, kind tutor that teaches english to non-english speakers! have fun with me!

₹968/hr
1^st free class

Sahi

Naperville, United States (online)

Experienced tutor offers brainstorming sessions, feedback on written work, copyediting, proofreading and more

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Rijaa

Bethesda, United States (online)

Lover of english and always excelled at it. tutored, president of my school’s national english honor society, and helped my esl parents with language and communication throughout my whole life.

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Dora

Harlingen, United States (face to face & online)

Business student teaching english math and history in texas convert flautist of 3 years comfortable teaching online

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Helen

Cincinnati, United States (face to face & online)

Experienced and enthusiastic esl teacher masters in education/15 years experience speaking/listening/reading/writing

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Laura

Stamford, United States (online)

Pre-k teacher in stamford, ct. teaching experience for 4 years, and au pair/nanny in new york for 3 years. associate degree in speech pathology.

₹5,807/hr
1^st free class

Mary

Villanova, United States (face to face & online)

I am a native french and haitian creole speaker whose third language is english.

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Katharine

Toronto, Canada (online)

Ontario certified teacher giving virtual lessons to english language learners in toronto

₹2,714/hr
1^st free class

Diggy

Santa Clarita, United States (face to face & online)

Native californian teaching everyday english that will build your confidence in communication

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Aeneas

Oxford, United Kingdom (face to face & online)

A passionate facilitator who loves teaching the nitty-gritty of english language towards the success and progress of the learners.

₹2,563/hr
1^st free class

Vancouver, Canada (online)

Elementary and secondary english language arts (online): accepting regular and home-schooled students. (based on us & canada curriculum)

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Allen

Pensacola, United States (face to face & online)

Experienced teacher with masters and phd teaches english literature and english as a second language, to a variety of students in all age groups.

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Stephanie

Escondido, United States (online)

Hi! i am a graduate of louisiana state university, fluent in english and spanish languages. loves helping others learn to love and excel in their studies!!

₹1,936/hr
1^st free class

Ammar

New York, United States (online)

Graduate from new york city collage of technology while proficient in english teaching. easy and understandable method depending on your learning pace

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Laurel

Anderson, United States (online)

Experienced, certified teacher with a specialist degree in special education available to provide tutoring in written expression online.

₹4,355/hr
1^st free class

Sahib

Surrey, Canada (online)

Masterful english novelist looking to impart his knowledge in both formal/informal composition

₹2,035/hr
1^st free class

Jess

Wayland, United States (face to face & online)

Writing tutoring in wayland, ma. i am a junior at a rigorous private school and have learned a lot about writing.

₹1,742/hr
1^st free class

Abdul

, Nigeria (online)

English-language is most essential in our world of learning and utmost attention should be given to it.

₹255/hr
1^st free class

Mehrdad

Toronto, Canada (online)

English teacher & ielts instructor with 18 years of experience helps you all the way to reach your desired level!

₹2,035/hr
1^st free class

Trisha

Langley Township, Canada (face to face & online)

I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in biology at trinity western university. i am passionate about english language.

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Anu

Brampton, Canada (face to face & online)

English teacher giving classes in the gta to all levels, including adults.

₹2,035/hr
1^st free class

Hannah

Victor, United States (face to face & online)

Masters degree in tesol (teaching english to speakers of other languages; full-time special education teacher with experience in teaching english language learners. committed to providing personalized

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Xandra

Greensboro, United States (face to face & online)

Master english with a 4+ year expert: speak, write, read fluently! boost vocabulary, ace phonetics, land your dream job. transform your language skills today!

₹2,323/hr
1^st free class

Barbara

Greater Northdale, United States (face to face & online)

Current kindergarten teacher with 14 years experience teaching and tutoring phonics and reading.

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Deepa

Fairfax, United States (face to face & online)

Confirmed

Results-driven, friendly educator with 8+ years of experience in teaching english language arts (ela) to elementary and middle school students.

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Gabrielly christy

New York, United States (online)

Certified cambridge tutor, polyglot and graduate in international relations offers private lessons and small group classes.

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Ammal

Berea, United States (online)

Graduate from cleveland state university with a bachelors in philosophy and criminology/sociology i am bilingual in english and arabic

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Adrianne

Charlotte, United States (online)

Graduate of the university of north carolina at asheville with a degree in business administration. i have an esl certificate (tefl) through the ciee program.

₹1,742/hr
1^st free class

Emily

Ozark, United States (online)

Hi there! i’m emily — a certified educator with a b.s. in elementary education and a master’s in curriculum & instruction. i have taught both seated and virtually since 2014.

₹4,839/hr
1^st free class

Feranmi

Ibadan, Nigeria (online)

Master ielts with expert guidance. achieve your desired score confidently and efficiently.

₹218/hr
1^st free class

Mahdieh

Toronto, Canada (face to face & online)

Education is the way to future. and english language just makes it brighter!

₹1,425/hr
1^st free class

Mehreen

Wahroonga, Australia (online)

Experienced english tutor, k–12 and adults, university of pennsylvania, 5+ years

₹3,379/hr
1^st free class

Anita

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (face to face & online)

Creative english lessons for juniors that are struggling with writing, speaking and learning english

₹1,303/hr
1^st free class

Najee

Atlanta, United States (online)

Graduate of agnes scott college, specializing in global studies and business. looking forward to meeting you and expanding your knowledge!

₹2,129/hr
1^st free class

Kandace

Melbourne, United States (online)

Esl tutor with 7 years experience. my focus is on conversational english, business english, and english for kids.

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Mary

Houston, United States (online)

Osu graduate in linguistics. more than 10 years experience in teaching english. teaching is truly my passion!

₹1,936/hr
1^st free class

Robynne

Cork, Ireland (online)

I'm a native english speaker from ireland and i also studied english and have a degree from u.c c.

₹1,843/hr
1^st free class

Gagan

Detroit, United States (online)

English/grammar tutor with 4 years of experience in the lansing, mi area!

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Kenny

North Bergen, United States (online)

Esl language and literacy specialist with 10 years of teaching and tutoring experience, helping individuals develop and improve their ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in english.

₹1,936/hr
1^st free class

Polly

Sheffield, United Kingdom (online)

Learn english with a friendly and dedicated native speaker from london! tefl qualified

₹1,153/hr
1^st free class

Emma

Brooklyn, United States (online)

Learn english! whether you're a beginner or working professional, i can help improve the way you speak, write and read in english!

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Mary

Rockledge, United States (face to face & online)

Masters level certified instructor: ese, english, reading, esol, language arts, middle grades social studies, science, and math

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Juliet

Stanwell, United Kingdom (online)

Current secondary school teacher offering english lessons online - qualifications include bsc business management degree, english/history/psychology a-levels and 11 gcses. friendly and calm.

₹2,563/hr
1^st free class

Bryan

Orlando, United States (face to face & online)

Native english speaker who is desired to help non english speakers to learn and perfect the language

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Kavitah

Johor Bahru, Malaysia (face to face & online)

Almost 11 years of teaching english for various levels , well grounded in the knowledge of english.

₹2,369/hr
1^st free class

Sandra

London, United Kingdom (online)

Philology student offering lessons of english, spanish and serbo-croatian at home in pozega or belgrade, serbia.

₹1,281/hr
1^st free class

Carol

Des Moines, United States (face to face & online)

Professional english teacher and former associate professor can tutor in academic english, writing, reading, literature, and related fields. over 25 years of relevant and excellent experience.

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Wani

Rembau, Malaysia (face to face & online)

An intern teacher at primary school teaching english for year 1 until 4. a law school students will help you read and understand english better than you used to.

₹1,421/hr
1^st free class

Lishanthan

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia (face to face & online)

Experienced in teaching english for spm and pt3. able to provide customised homework/assignments based on the students' capabilities. well-organised and structured teaching and learning frameworks.

₹1,303/hr
1^st free class

Aarthi

Atlanta, United States (face to face & online)

Ap scholar & georgia tech graduate with 7+ years of experience tutoring in english subjects

₹1,936/hr
1^st free class

Alex

Houston, United States (online)

Quieres aprender inglés ? polygot, native portuguese speaker and fluent english speaker offering simple, economical tutoring.

₹968/hr
1^st free class

Jasleen

Brampton, Canada (face to face & online)

I am a university student offering english tutoring services in brampton, mississauga

₹1,357/hr
1^st free class

Lindsay

West Mansfield, United States (online)

High school graduate giving help to understand english better, or help students in english to understand grammar better or write better essays, etc

₹1,548/hr
1^st free class

Chase

New Haven, United States (face to face & online)

Expert in english! creative writing graduate of the university of cincinnati. can tutor if help is needed on reading and writing, as well as give lessons on creative writing if you’re interested!

₹1,452/hr
1^st free class

Leah

Winooski, United States (face to face & online)

English writing - graduate of indiana university with majors in international studies and middle eastern languages and cultures. experience tutoring language, including english, arabic, and spanish.

₹3,387/hr
1^st free class

Kevin

Brooklyn, United States (online)

Us native, english-speaking professional who leverages branding and originality to create engaging and unique lessons for students.

₹1,548/hr
1^st free class

Ali

Remote, United States (online)

Masters graduate from the london school of economics. i offer personalised tutoring in english essay writing.

₹2,419/hr
1^st free class

Rhea

London, United Kingdom (face to face & online)

4th year medical student giving online one-to-one entrance exam preparation all things english language!

₹2,563/hr
1^st free class

Homaira

Los Angeles, United States (online)

Learn how speak, read and write in english! let me help you

₹2,903/hr
1^st free class

Amelia

Dearing, United States (online)

Friendly canadian who loves tutoring english, writing (all types), business, german and more.

₹1,936/hr
1^st free class

Yasmina

Montreal, Canada (face to face & online)

I can teach you english, and how to be creative with it through my creative writing/film degree.

₹1,696/hr
1^st free class

Nihal

Perth, Australia (face to face & online)

Experienced lawyer offering english tutoring to all levels who wants to improve their writing and speaking skills

₹3,379/hr
1^st free class

Rebecca

Edmonton, Canada (face to face & online)

Elementary school teacher, master of education student, experienced in teaching english as an additional language

₹4,071/hr
1^st free class

Adivhaho

Soweto, South Africa (face to face & online)

English student offering lessons to those in serious need of the lesson

₹1,172/hr
1^st free class

Husna

Edmonton, Canada (face to face & online)

University freshman, will help with any essay writing, english exam preparations, and anything else you need additional help with.

₹1,086/hr
1^st free class

Thomas

Littleborough, United Kingdom (online)

Certified english as a second language teacher with 5+ years experience both in-person and online

₹1,538/hr
1^st free class

Essential information about your English writing classes

✅ Average price:	₹1,477/hr
✅ Average response time:	3h
✅ Teachers available:	45,139
✅ Class format:	Face-to-face or online

Back

Forward

What do you want to learn?

Discover our teachers

The list of private teachers

Experienced english teacher - since 1992 *** 7 a / a* passes - by even a bottom sets student - 2017 ! *** 100 % success rate in personal statements - to 23 aug 2018 ! *** aim for a / a* only !

Offering ielts classes according to candidates requirement and capabilities. providing specialised online classes with due consideration upon all modules

A licensed teacher with a major in english taking up bachelor of secondary education.

Hey guys, struggling for ielts ill help you. recently i have done my ielts. so, i used to teach ielts to my fellow friends and classmates and now i wana continue this. so me first lesson is free.

Learn english the language of the past /present and the future for development

First-year university student giving english tutor to esl students (g12 english: average 94%)

Don't study to earn, study to learn, today is what you will become tomorrow

High school student enrolled in enriched language arts offering english lessons in montreal

Ma graduate with teaching and editing experience gives lessons to esl in kingston

My name is kristin and i would love the opportunity to teach you english!

Intricate english communication skills, studying tefl, situated in johannesburg, south africa 209

Esl tutor. 2 years experience of helping people learn english. tefl certified

English language instructor - all skills, all levels, eap, toefl. based near chicago, usa. 20+ years of experience, m.a. in tesol/esol and m.sc. in adult education. native english speaker.

Newly-graduated esl teacher giving one-on-one online english tutoring sessions in victoriaville quebec

Esl tutor with years of tutoring experience and knowledge in spanish, french, and urdu.

Qualified, experienced english teacher giving english lessons in reading, writing, and esl.

Qualified tefl/ta, native english speaker. offering english language lessons, based in the uk. ️

Native english speaker and science graduate offers english lessons for elementary school children and beginner level adults

Early education student gives english classes for grade school to middle school.

French graduate offering english tutorials for easy learning and effective comprehensive understanding

Offering english lessons and support to all amazing students online, join now

English language tutor: b.a, tesol, m.ed. over 20 years of experience. located in eastern canada

Esl teacher offering english lessons in durban (online platform and in person)

Gifted english speaker and writer with 37 years experience teaches english speaking and writing.

I'm a native english speaker with a degree in english literature who speaks two other languages. i have 12 years experience teaching at the university level and i designed an esl program from scratch.

Graduated as a teacher, my first language is spanish. i teach spanish and english as second language to all levels so i am here to help anyone with their needs or school purposes

Experienced teacher of english giving individual and group online classes developing all language skills

Teacher with over 7 years of experience offering to tutor students in english, writing, assignments, and help with homework.

I love to help people learn and will always encourage you to to keep trying because you can do it!!!! a kind, patient and fun native english speaker!!

Hi! i am pleased to meet you! i am happy to mentor your learning process. i developed my methods by learning several languages and also by studying the diploma of teaching english as a second language

Loves to teach with my super energy, commitment and enthusiasm to make english learning fun for others.

Graduate in english having the experience of 5 years teaching esl and toefl . let's break this barrier of success.

I'm a cornell engineering student looking to share my passion for english with elementary, middle, and high school students and english language learners of all ages!

Native english speaker with many tips and tricks to make learning languages super easy!

Celta certified english teacher with experience online and in classroom settings gives esl lessons from home.

Experienced english teacher and tutor, with 5 years of online experience and over 10 years over all.

Fun, kind tutor that teaches english to non-english speakers! have fun with me!

Experienced tutor offers brainstorming sessions, feedback on written work, copyediting, proofreading and more

Lover of english and always excelled at it. tutored, president of my school’s national english honor society, and helped my esl parents with language and communication throughout my whole life.

Business student teaching english math and history in texas convert flautist of 3 years comfortable teaching online

Experienced and enthusiastic esl teacher masters in education/15 years experience speaking/listening/reading/writing

Pre-k teacher in stamford, ct. teaching experience for 4 years, and au pair/nanny in new york for 3 years. associate degree in speech pathology.

I am a native french and haitian creole speaker whose third language is english.

Ontario certified teacher giving virtual lessons to english language learners in toronto

Native californian teaching everyday english that will build your confidence in communication

A passionate facilitator who loves teaching the nitty-gritty of english language towards the success and progress of the learners.

Elementary and secondary english language arts (online): accepting regular and home-schooled students. (based on us & canada curriculum)

Experienced teacher with masters and phd teaches english literature and english as a second language, to a variety of students in all age groups.

Hi! i am a graduate of louisiana state university, fluent in english and spanish languages. loves helping others learn to love and excel in their studies!!

Graduate from new york city collage of technology while proficient in english teaching. easy and understandable method depending on your learning pace

Experienced, certified teacher with a specialist degree in special education available to provide tutoring in written expression online.

Masterful english novelist looking to impart his knowledge in both formal/informal composition

Writing tutoring in wayland, ma. i am a junior at a rigorous private school and have learned a lot about writing.

English-language is most essential in our world of learning and utmost attention should be given to it.

English teacher & ielts instructor with 18 years of experience helps you all the way to reach your desired level!

I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in biology at trinity western university. i am passionate about english language.

English teacher giving classes in the gta to all levels, including adults.

Masters degree in tesol (teaching english to speakers of other languages; full-time special education teacher with experience in teaching english language learners. committed to providing personalized

Master english with a 4+ year expert: speak, write, read fluently! boost vocabulary, ace phonetics, land your dream job. transform your language skills today!

Current kindergarten teacher with 14 years experience teaching and tutoring phonics and reading.

Results-driven, friendly educator with 8+ years of experience in teaching english language arts (ela) to elementary and middle school students.

Certified cambridge tutor, polyglot and graduate in international relations offers private lessons and small group classes.

Graduate from cleveland state university with a bachelors in philosophy and criminology/sociology i am bilingual in english and arabic

Graduate of the university of north carolina at asheville with a degree in business administration. i have an esl certificate (tefl) through the ciee program.

Hi there! i’m emily — a certified educator with a b.s. in elementary education and a master’s in curriculum & instruction. i have taught both seated and virtually since 2014.

Master ielts with expert guidance. achieve your desired score confidently and efficiently.

Education is the way to future. and english language just makes it brighter!

Experienced english tutor, k–12 and adults, university of pennsylvania, 5+ years

Creative english lessons for juniors that are struggling with writing, speaking and learning english

Graduate of agnes scott college, specializing in global studies and business. looking forward to meeting you and expanding your knowledge!

Esl tutor with 7 years experience. my focus is on conversational english, business english, and english for kids.

Osu graduate in linguistics. more than 10 years experience in teaching english. teaching is truly my passion!

I'm a native english speaker from ireland and i also studied english and have a degree from u.c c.

English/grammar tutor with 4 years of experience in the lansing, mi area!

Esl language and literacy specialist with 10 years of teaching and tutoring experience, helping individuals develop and improve their ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in english.

Learn english with a friendly and dedicated native speaker from london! tefl qualified

Learn english! whether you're a beginner or working professional, i can help improve the way you speak, write and read in english!

Masters level certified instructor: ese, english, reading, esol, language arts, middle grades social studies, science, and math

Experienced english teacher - since 1992 *** 7 a / a* passes - by even a bottom sets student - 2017 ! * 100 % success rate in personal statements - to 23 aug 2018 ! * aim for a / a* only !