How can film help you teach or learn English? What can film and video add to the learning experience? Kieran Donaghy Opens in a new tab or window., who won the British Council’s Teaching English blog award Opens in a new tab or window. for his post I want to learn English because… Opens in a new tab or window., explains why film is such a good resource, and recommends some useful websites. Language teachers have been using films in their classes for decades, and there are a number of reasons why film is an excellent teaching and learning tool. Learning from films is motivating and enjoyable Motivation is one of the most important factors in determining successful second-language acquisition. Films and TV shows are an integral part of students’ lives so it makes perfect sense to bring them into the language classroom.
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Simon & Garfunkel & Me A great day in the park Do you remember where you were on September 19, 1981? I sure do. To this day, I can close my eyes and feel the damp late-summer air, smell the wet grass and the weed, and feel the joyously communal vibe of the 500,000 people who surrounded me that day. To back up just a little bit, let's remember that September '81 was only nine months removed from the day John Lennon had been murdered outside the Dakota. Law - Cover Letters Contents A. Purpose Your cover letter is as important as your resume because it is often read first and plays a vital role in your quest for an interview. Songs for Interval Recognition I mentioned last week that I'm spending a month in Italy without a guitar. My substitute obsession has been learning the Italian language, but I've made time for some spreadsheeting wildness as well. (See Counting Tunes at Jam Sessions for a taste of my ridiculous fascination.) Songs for Intervals The spreadsheet I have for you today is a chart of songs for interval recognition. The seed for this project came from the sirens running around the streets of Florence.
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