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Listening + conversation: YouTube, TED Talks, podcasts etc.
Description
Note: At the moment, this lesson is for adults only, but I plan to make a children's version of it sometime in the future.
Watching YouTube videos, TED Talks and so on are an excellent way to improve your listening skills because they give you a chance to listen to many different speakers with various accents. They also help you to expand your vocabulary and pick up new expressions that native speakers use in their daily life.
During the lesson, you will have a chance to (1) answer questions about the video / recording and (2) share your own ideas about the topic. For example:
TedTalks - Matt Cutts: Try something new for 30 days
https://www.ted.com/talks/matt_cutts_try_something_new_for_30_days
Some example questions:
1) Does the speaker say that time passes more quickly or slowly when you do the 30-day challenge? Why does he think so?
2) What 30-day challenge would you like to add to or subtract from your life?
We can use the video above for your first lesson. After that, it's best if you choose a video / recording that you want to discuss and send it to me prior to the lesson.
One more thing. While we are discussing the topic, I will be taking notes on your vocabulary and grammar to include in the feedback after the lesson.
I look forward to having some good discussions with you and helping you to improve your fluency and confidence!
Mike
This tutor's cancellation policy
Before request is confirmed (fixed)
- Cancellation possible at any time without charge.
After request is confirmed (fixed)
- Less than 12hours before lesson start time.→ 100% of price charged.
- Between 12-24hours before lesson start time.→ 50% of price charged.
- No-Show→ 100% of price charged.
Lessons by this tutor
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Counseling (New students only)
Let's talk about the best way for you to improve your English.15min 500P -
Speak like a native (intermediate ~ advanced)
A content-rich and conversation-focused lesson on vocabulary and expressions that native English speakers use in everyday life.60min 3,000PHas Trial -
Speak like a native 4-pack
A content-rich and conversation-focused lesson on vocabulary and expressions that native English speakers use in everyday life.60min X 4 11,000PPack of 4 -
30min English conversation
Practice and improve your speaking and listening skills while building your conversation fluency and confidence.30min 1,300P -
30min English conversation 5-pack
Practice and improve your speaking and listening skills while building your conversation confidence.30min X 5 5,500PPack of 5 -
1 hour - English conversation
Practice your speaking and listening skills and get feedback on your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.60min 2,500P -
Diary check + conversation
Improve your vocabulary and grammar by writing about your experiences and thoughts. Send it to me before the lesson, I'll check it and then let's talk about it.30min 1,500P -
Song lyrics breakdown
Learn new vocabulary by discussing the meaning of the lyrics to your favourite songs and how to pronounce them. You can also practice singing them.30min 1,500P -
Grammar in Use (1 hour)
Improve your grammar so you can communicate more fluently and handle test questions more efficiently.60min 3,000P -
Grammar in Use (30 mins)
Improve your grammar so you can communicate more fluently and handle test questions more efficiently.30min 1,500P -
Australian food
Learn and enjoy conversations about a variety of food that is popular and unique in Australia.30min 1,500P -
30min customized lesson
Do you have a textbook that you want to study from or a specific language skill that you want to develop? I can customize a lesson for you which will help you to master it.30min 1,500PHas Trial
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