Personal Introduction and Goals for the time This tv series is about students learning English. Watch for what they don't understand! Why is listening hard? Mind your Language show, introduction (0-2:25) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntwwYODfZAg In small groups, talk about what went wrong in the understanding in this clip.

Why is listening hard? Why is it important? Hard: Because every conversation can be different (accent, words, grammar, tone, situation, background noise...) Important: Good listening precedes good speaking. It opens up a huge world to you, filled with information and opportunities. This takes time! Talk with the person beside you about these two questions. (4 reasons each) WC FB - What are some of the answers that you came up with?

WHAT do you listen to each day? in your language or in English? Make a list... Share with a partner. What do you ENJOY listening to? Circle them or add them - music, films, classes, tv shows, politics, motivational speaking, books, educational... What English do you know you can listen to? Listen to it very quietly. This is like the real world when you can't control how someone speaks. It will make you focus more. (DEMO) https://youtu.be/xuIXVAK7GzQ Listen to the way the language flows, the rhythm, the intonation! (DEMO) Listen and then copy it! This will help you practice intonation and accent naturally. https://youtu.be/hT9GGmundag Listen to the same audio several times. That way you can hear more details and not just the main idea. (DEMO) Listen for your problem areas, like articles. (DEMO) Listen for numbers. DEMO: https://youtu.be/BCHhwxvQqxg Transcribe something. HINT: Don't use subtitles to practice listening; subtitles are reading practice!

Use lyrictraining.com to show students a fun way to practice listening, even repeated listening, and to find out how well we are listening. Students must provide the words! http://lyricstraining.com