Listening

Learn how to speak English fluently from real English dialogues. Learn naturally, just as you learned your native language. This program consists of 100 MP3s with accompanying PDF files so you can learn anywhere, anytime, you want.

For many learners of English listening is the hardest skill to master. We cannot control the speed at which spoken language is delivered and we may not know all the vocabulary being used. By the time we think about what's just been said the speaker is talking about something else.

Like anything else, listening ability will improve with practice. Take every opportunity to listen to spoken English - movies, tv, radio... The clips below will also help.

• Station Announcement
• Biography
• Bobby the Bee
• Roger and the Tiger
• Tourist News
• The Great British Heritage Pass

A fun way to practice is by listening to songs. We've provided the lyrics for the following songs, but left some blanks for you to fill in. Also try to think about the meaning of the lyrics.

• Imagine
• Highwayman
• Blowing in the Wind
• Crying

Understanding and Using English Grammar with Audio CD. The classic text for intermediate through advanced students provides a clear, visual presentation of grammar in terms easily understandable to students. Grammar explanations teach situationally appropriate English, both formal and colloquial and make distinctions between British and American usage. Each presentation is followed by graded activities that promote speaking, listening, and writing skills. With audio CD.

Improve Your English: English in Everyday Life. combines the video advantages of DVDs with the educational benefits of fluent American English speakers in unscripted interviews. You will benefit from hearing real people - men and women from various regions and backgrounds - having spontaneous conversations about themselves and their daily lives. The 120 minute DVD also has a transcript and workbook designed to refine your listening and speaking skills.