Common English Mistakes in E-Learning Modules by Spanish Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Spanish speakers from Spain when writing a E-learning Module in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusion between 'do' and 'make' ('I make a mistake' instead of 'I made a mistake')

Welcome to this e-learning module on improving your English skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to make a good impression in a job interview. First, it is important to make eye contact with the interviewer to show confidence. Also, remember to do your research about the company before the interview, so you can make a strong case for why you are the best candidate.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"All the uses of "do" and "make" in this text are correct."

Welcome to this e-learning module on improving your English skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to make a good impression in a job interview. First, it is important to make eye contact with the interviewer to show confidence. Also, remember to do your research about the company before the interview, so you can make a strong case for why you are the best candidate.

Welcome to this e-learning module on improving your English skills. In this lesson, we will learn how to make a good impression in a job interview. First, it is important to make eye contact with the interviewer to show confidence. Also, remember to do your research about the company before the interview, so you can make a strong case for why you are the best candidate.

Mistake Example #2

Misuse of present continuous ('I am having 30 years of experience' instead of 'I have 30 years of experience')

Welcome to the E-learning Module on English Grammar Basics. In this lesson, we arefocusing on the use of present continuous tense. I amwill explaining the rules and examples to help you understand better. Many students arehavinge difficulties with this tense, but with practice, you will improve. Let's start with some exercises to practice what we are learning today.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some corrections for verb tense issues."

Welcome to the E-learning Module on English Grammar Basics. In this lesson, we focus on the use of present continuous tense. I will explain the rules and examples to help you understand better. Many students have difficulties with this tense, but with practice, you will improve. Let's start with some exercises to practice what we are learning today.

Welcome to the E-learning Module on English Grammar Basics. In this lesson, we are focusing on the use of present continuous tense. I am explaining the rules and examples to help you understand better. Many students are having difficulties with this tense, but with practice, you will improve. Let's start with some exercises to practice what we are learning today.

Mistake Example #3

Direct translations from Spanish ('It makes sense' vs. 'It has sense')

Welcome to this e-learning module about the history of Spain. It hmakes sense to start with the ancient times, where the Iberians were the first inhabitants of the peninsula. As you progress, you will discover how the Roman Empire influenced the culture and language, which still has effects today.

Text corrected by:
Miss E., Cyprus, Europe

"This is mostly good - just this part: "It has sense" should be "It makes sense"."

Welcome to this e-learning module about the history of Spain. It makes sense to start with the ancient times, where the Iberians were the first inhabitants of the peninsula. As you progress, you will discover how the Roman Empire influenced the culture and language, which still has effects today.

Welcome to this e-learning module about the history of Spain. It has sense to start with the ancient times, where the Iberians were the first inhabitants of the peninsula. As you progress, you will discover how the Roman Empire influenced the culture and language, which still has effects today.