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ENGLISH SKILL (Listening)

The document discusses using online resources to improve English listening skills. It lists several websites that provide listening materials like videos, podcasts and games on various topics and levels. An assignment asks students to try two websites, reflect on their experience with each one and how the sites could help them enhance their listening abilities.

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ENGLISH SKILL (Listening)

The document discusses using online resources to improve English listening skills. It lists several websites that provide listening materials like videos, podcasts and games on various topics and levels. An assignment asks students to try two websites, reflect on their experience with each one and how the sites could help them enhance their listening abilities.

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ENGLISH SKILL (LISTENING)

In today's world, the internet is like a huge library where we can find lots of stuff to
help us get better at understanding what people say in another language. There are tons of
things online, like videos, podcasts, and games, that we can use to practice listening. We can
listen to people talking, watch videos, and even play interactive games to improve our skills.
The internet lets us hear different accents and topics from all over the world, which is super
cool! By using the internet to learn listening skills, we can make learning fun and easy, and
get really good at understanding people when they speak in another language. Let's explore
how the internet can help us become awesome listeners.
Now that we're ready to use the internet to improve our listening skills, it's cool to see
all the different websites we can explore. Each one has its own way of helping us learn, so we
can choose what works best for us. Whether we like fun games or listening to interesting
stories, there's something for everyone online. By trying out these websites, we can make
learning more fun and discover new things about languages and cultures.

A. BBC Learning English:


BBC Learning English offers a wide range of materials to help you improve your
listening skills, including news reports, podcasts, and various interactive activities.
Website:( https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish )

B. TED Talks:
TED Talks cover a vast array of topics presented by experts in their fields. Listening to
these talks can improve your comprehension skills while exposing you to different
accents and speaking styles. Website: ( https://www.ted.com/talks )

C. VOA Learning English:


Voice of America (VOA) provides news and feature stories designed for English learners.
Their content covers a variety of topics and includes transcripts to help you follow along.
Website: ( https://learningenglish.voanews.com/ )

D. ESL Lab:
ESL Lab offers a collection of listening activities at different levels of difficulty. You can
practice listening to conversations, interviews, and short talks on various subjects.
Website: ( https://www.esl-lab.com/ )

E. EnglishClub:
EnglishClub provides a range of listening materials, including quizzes, podcasts, and
audio recordings with transcripts. You can choose content based on your interests and
proficiency level. Website: ( https://www.englishclub.com/listening/ )
F. YouTube:
YouTube is a treasure trove of listening resources. You can find channels dedicated to
English learning, such as Rachel's English, English with Lucy, and Learn English with
Emma, among others. Website: ( https://www.youtube.com/ )

G. LyricsTraining:
If you enjoy music, LyricsTraining is an excellent platform for improving your listening
skills while having fun. You can listen to songs and fill in the missing lyrics as you go.
Website: ( https://lyricstraining.com/ )

These websites offer a variety of listening materials suitable for different interests and
proficiency levels. Incorporating them into your routine can help you develop and enhance
your listening skills over time.

ASSIGNMENT (INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT)


Assignment: Improving Listening Skills with Fun Websites

Objective:
This assignment aims to help you get better at listening to English by trying out cool websites
made for learning.

Instructions:
1. Pick two websites from the list (A-G) that you think you'll like.
2. Spend at least 30 minutes on each website, listening to what they offer.
3. After checking out each site, write a short reflection on how it went. Here's what to
include:
a. Which sites did you choose and why?
b. What did you listen to on each site (like stories, news, or songs)?
c. Did you have fun? What did you like or not like?
d. Was listening easy or tricky? If it was hard, how did you handle it?
e. How do you think these websites can help you get better at listening?
4. Write your thoughts in a document and follow the steps given.

Reflection Format:
1. Title: Getting Better at Listening with Cool Websites
2. Introduction: Say what you did and mention the sites you picked.
3. Reflection for Website 1:
- Site Name:
- Why You Chose It:
- What You Listened To:
- Did You Enjoy It? Why or Why Not:
- Any Challenges? How Did You Manage?
- How It Could Help You Listen Better:
5. Reflection for Website 2 (do the same as Website 1).
6. Wrap-up: Sum up what you learned and liked about the websites.
7. References: Write down the website links you used.

Notes:
- Make sure to write about your experience clearly and simply.
- Feel free to share any fun or interesting moments you had while exploring the websites.
- Turn in your assignment by March 29th 2024, max 9pm.

Have fun exploring these websites and improving your listening skills! If you need help, just
ask.

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