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English Learning Online: VOA Learning English: Learning Teamwork in a Kids Band
Bach to Rock is a music school in the Washington, DC area. It operates a summer day camp in Bethesda, Maryland. Some campers are playing drums and bass. Others play guitar. And others are busy creating music. This group is recording its song "Alcatraz." Brian Gross is the head of Bach to Rock. BRIAN GROSS: "The majority of the students here have never played an instrument before. And in their one-week stay with us, they will have learned, recorded, and performed two songs by week's end." Carly Glazier says her son Grant learns about a lot more than music at the camp. CARLY GLAZIER: "Biggest thing is he's learning how to work together as a team, because when he's taking lessons during the year without a band, he's only learning between he and his teacher, and he's not performing with other counterparts and learning how to put it all together, which I think is a really, really important value that you just can't get in a regular, one-on-one lesson." Lisa London is the mother of camper Ben London. LISA LONDON: "It's almost like a team sport. You get all the benefits of a team sport from being in a band." Brian Gross says Bach to Rock is growing. BRIAN GROSS: "Eventually I actually see this as an international concept. The wonderful thing about music is it's not language-restrictive, so we can teach music in China just as easily as we can teach it here in Bethesda." I'm Shirley Griffith. By: VOA English Learning
VOA Learning English: Learning Teamwork in a Kids Band:
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English Learning Online: The Best Way to Learn English
First time joining English class, most people thinks that it's very difficult to learn English. Lots of English learners, even me, every day, I've have been trying to find the best way or the great way to learn English.
For my point of views, the best way to learn English is that:
- Learning Grammar is the key
- Learning Vocabulary, new words everyday, at least 5 new words a day
- Practice with 4 basic skills including Writing, Reading, Speaking, Listening
That's the best way for me to learn English.
For instance, let check video below to know some more ways to learn English as in the videos three men or English teachers or instructors are talking about the best way to learn English.
Three Men Talking about the best way to learn English:
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English Learning Online: Learning English Funny Cartoon
Learning English with funny cartoon is very great way to have a fast English learning, especially with kids, they love cartoon, the cartoon expresses English words, they like watching cartoon, the cartoon with English words, 80% they will also remember the word with the cartoon.
In the video below, you will see a nice funny but great video for kids or English learners to watch, English with Japanese cartoon...So nice...
June, July and August are vacation months for most American schoolchildren. But some students pay a high price for that long summer break. They may forget much of what they learned over the past year by the time they start the next grade. This problem is often called the summer learning gap. Growing efforts across the country aim to deal with this gap by offering more interesting summer school programs. Some students already attend summer school. But that is often because they received bad grades during the regular school year. At Bushman Elementary in Dallas recently, students read out loud about communities in a third-grade social studies class. But the nine- and 10-year-olds were also studying art. Visual arts instructor Ron Oliver works to combine the two subjects. "The kids that never get it," he says, "like the 30 percent that always struggle on testing--they thrive in this kind of atmosphere." Ron Oliver says some kids just learn differently. In addition to reading, the students expressed themselves in picture form by drawing community scenes. One boy told us he was expressing his feeling through drawing. "You only use the pictures," added one girl. She said pictures can tell the words for you. "You don't need words," She said. Their teacher is Gloria Pegram. She has taught elementary school for 15 years. She says art helps with memory. Gloria Pegram says teachers even try to be creative with math. She says teachers try to use a hands-on activity whenever possible to help students remember better. Gloria Pegram says students who do not take summer enrichment classes often need to relearn lessons when they return in the fall. This is especially true of low-income students. They are less likely, for example, to live near public libraries offering books to read and special summer reading programs. Ed Pauly is director of research and evaluation at the Wallace Foundation. The nonprofit group has invested $50 million to study which programs work best to prevent summer learning loss. Ed Pauly says poor kids can lose as much as three months of learning over the summer. He says one promising method has been to include art in summer programs. Ed Pauly told us teaching through the arts gets kids excited about being in school every day. And the arts use reading and math. So they are a great way to tie together learning experiences. For VOA Learning English, I'm Laurel Bowman. (Adapted from a radio program broadcast 30Aug2012)
This is the VOA Special English Education Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com | http://facebook.com/voalearningenglish
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VOA Special English Education Report: Using Art to Make Summer School More Interesting
English Learning Online: How to Learn English with the News
Do you read news event everyday with English websites? or English Newspaper? or any news resource in English language? YEAH, If you do so, it's great way for you to improve your vocabulary.
Learning English with News event is very very great way to learn new words or vocabulary...
One more thing, based on the video, To remember the news event, please take note with special questions tags:
Who? What? Where? When? How?...That's great tips!
Now, let watch a teacher below to describe How to Learn English with the News...
English Learning Online: The History of English by Anglo-Saxon
Do you know Anglo-Saxon?
The term Anglo-Saxon is used by some historians to designate the Germanic tribes who invaded and settled the south and east of Britain beginning in the early 5th century and the period from their creation of the English nation up to the Norman conquest. The Anglo-Saxon era denotes the period of English history between about 550 and 1066. The term is also used for the language, now known as Old English, that was spoken and written by the Anglo-Saxons and their descendants in England (and part of southeastern Scotland) between at least the mid-5th century and the mid-12th century.
Let find out the history of English below:
English Learning Online: The History of English by Anglo-Saxon
English Learning Online: The History of English by Anglo-Saxon
English Learning Online: English Online Class: The Fastest Way to Learn English Vocabulary
As you know, learning English vocabulary is not easy. I mean that to remember new word or vocabulary is difficult. We need to try speak English using the new vocabulary. We try to learn by heart those new words.
Here, this post I would love to share with you another video from English Online Class. That's really practical teacher teaching vocabulary English class.
Now, let watch the video of The fastest way to learn English Vocabulary! - English Online Class below...
The fastest way to learn English Vocabulary! - English Online Class
English Learning Online: Are You Learning English? These Songs May Help
Here, this post I would love to share with you another video from VOA English Learning. Learning English with English songs is also a helpful way to have a quick learning English. Do you have English songs for learning English? Please share on this post by leaving comments. Now, let read text from Alex Villarreal from VOA English Learning program video below:
I'm Alex Villarreal with the VOA Special English Education Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com | http://facebook.com/voalearningenglish
Songs teach language. Consider a song like "Tom's Diner" by Suzanne Vega. An American teaching English overseas once told us that students love that song.Recently we asked people on the Special English Facebook page to suggest other songs that English learners might like. Noemi Nito wrote: I'm one of those English students who love "Tom's Diner." I started learning English with "Lemon Tree" by Fool's Garden. Another favorite is "Truly Madly Deeply" by Savage Garden. Another person, Asi Tambunan, suggested the song "God Only Knows" by Orianthi. Gyongyi Jako wrote that ABBA's songs from Sweden are perfect for class work. Other good songs for learning English are songs by the Beatles and John Lennon, as well as Louis Armstrong's "Wonderful World." Paul Cifuentes says Bob Marley's songs are amazing for teaching. Another teacher, Joseph Deka, says songs by Johnny Cash have always worked in his classroom. He says his students can hear the words, plus the songs often have stories. He also likes "We Will Rock You" by Queen and "Beautiful Girls" by Sean Kingston. He says young children love "C Is for Cookie" by Cookie Monster from the TV show "Sesame Street." Nina John Smith suggested these songs: "It's My Life" and "We Weren't Born to Follow" by Bon Jovi. Also "Nothing Else Matters" by Metallica.Aurelio Lourenco Costa Gusmao says he began to like English after his teacher played the Westlife song "I Have a Dream." He wrote: That was eight years ago. I was in the seventh grade. And from that day on, my dream of improving my English skills became attached in my mind. Teachers can use this song to convey the message to their students that they should have their own dream for the future. Aurelio's story was no surprise to another commenter, Katie Kivenko. She especially likes songs by Michael Jackson and Queen. She wrote: When you listen to your favorite songs, you feel emotionally high and it moves you to action.For VOA Special English, I'm Alex Villarreal. Do you have any favorite songs for learning English? You can share other music suggestions for English learners at our website, voaspecialenglish.com or on Facebook at VOA Learning English. We are also on Twitter and iTunes.
(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 06Jan2011)
English Learning Online: English Learning Tips: Learning English by Using English
Learning English by Using English is a great tip for English learner.
Let be confident in using your English, be confident to practice your English with other people by speaking, listening to any person you want to speak or listen to.
Don't be hesitate to talk even your English speaking is not good, try to speak even you speak wrong with English grammar, as I've usually heard that they don't care with grammar in speaking, they just care with writing. Spend most time with reading books , newspaper.
Try to write article by yourself is also a great technique to practice your English with your writing skill.
So, the best strategy do a best practice with speaking, listening, reading and writing...all those skills, let's using your English, don't care about how your English it is...
With video below, Yilin, an ESL teacher and trainer from Seattle, gives several tips for improving English-language skills.
English Learning Online: Learn English with Steve Ford
This is English Learning Online!!!!
This post, I would like to share with you a great videos resource to learn English Online..That's the Learn English with Steve Ford...
Learn English with Steve Ford:
Here, this post I would love to share with you another video lesson about Practice English Skill, the English Communication Skill. As you have learned several parts below, here's the part 7. You can review the previous parts with the links below:
Here, this post I would love to share with you another video lesson about Practice English Skill, the English Communication Skill. As you have learned several parts below, here's the part 6. You can review the previous parts with the links below:
This post I would like you share you the videos of practice English Communication skill. This practice you will get experience about employment, a process of getting a job.
- In the first video, a beautiful lady Jane, she's going to show you the process of getting her new job after she graduated from university, the first process is the interview.
** English Communication Skill-Part1-1:
Unit 1: The Interview
Introduction
Hi, My name is Jane. I'm only 24 years old. And today is my frist day at my new job. I've just graduated from university.
Hello, I'm here for the Interview. Hi Jane. And who are you seeing? Mr.Smith the sales and marketing manager.
Education experience
I'm very glad for this opportunity. When did you graduate from university? I graduated 6 months ago. What faculty were you in? I was in the faculty of secretarial studies.
Work experience
Would you like to see my resume? Yes please. Could you tell me where was your last job? Certainly. I was working at the Asia Finance Bank. And why did you leave that job? Because I was looking for more of a challenge.
- In the second video of Unit 2, you will see Jane's job description:
** English Communication Skill-Part1-2:
Your skills
What were your favourite topics at university? My favourite topics were letter writing, dictation and filing studies. What do you think are your strengths? I have good patience and English language skill. Are you computer literate? Can you type? Are you familiar with the internet?
Getting a job
Can you work with larger groups of people? Yes, I enjoy working in a larger team. Do you mind working on weekends? When would you like to start working? As soon as possible. Thank you very much for this opportunity. I will not dissappoint you.
- Here the third video, you are going to see Jane arriving at her new office:
** English Communication Skill-Part1-3:
Greetings
Good morning, are you Jane? Yes, I'm Jane. Are you ready to start work? Yes, I am.
In the new office
Is there a telephone intercom system? How many people are working in the marketing and sales department? I think I need some time to organise myself.
- Here, the video of Unit 4. You will see Jane talking with her new boss:
** English Communication Skill-Part1-4:
Getting ready to work
So, Jane, how are you settling in? Everything seems to be fine. Have you got everything you need? No not yet, I need to go to the stationery department.
About the contract
Have you read and signed your contract yet? Do you understand the terms and conditions? How long does the probation period last? The probation period lasts for 3 months. Can you tell me what parts of my performance you will look at? Yes, I will look at your punctuality, work performance and your relations with me.
Questions about office policy
And what is the yearly evaluation? Every year I will evaluate your performance. Then I will decide whether or not you deserve a pay raise. Does the company also provide medical insurance? How much holiday time am I allowed? You are allowed 2 weeks every year.
- In this video of Unit 5, you are going to know about The Office Tour that Jane is going to meet her new colleagues.
** English Communication Skill-Part1-5:
Meeting new colleagues
So Jane, are you ready to go on an office tour? Oh yes I can't wait! Hello Joe, nice to meet you. Hi. Nice to meet you. What do you do Joe? I'm a delivery manager.
- This is the video of Unit 6 that you are going to know about answering the telephone and transferring a call.
** English Communication Skill-Part1-6:
Holding the line
How can I help you? I would like to speak with Mr.Smith please. Could I ask who is calling please? OK. Ms. Anderson would you mind holding the line a moment?
Taking a message
I'm afraid Mr.Smith too busy right now to take your call. I see, can you ask him to call me back please? Certainly. Can I have your number? Yes, it's 444-1234.
Leaving messages
Could I ask who is calling please? Yes, I'm calling from Mr. Johnson's office. Mr.Johnson would like to talk about the prices of your products. OK. I'll tell him as soon as he finishes his meetings.
- This is the video of Unit 7 that you will know about making an appointment:
** English Communication Skill-Part1-7:
Asking for information
Would you call Mr.Johnson for me please? Certainly I will straight away. Would you like me to schedule a meeting with him? What should I tell him the meeting is about? It is about our new pricing strategy. Hello, could I have the office of Mr. Johnson please?
Scheduling a meeting
Hello, I'm calling for Mr. Johnson. Oh yes, I was expecting your call. I'm Mr. Johnson's secretary. I'm sorry I didn't get your name. Well Lisa, Mr. Smith would like to schedule a meeting with Mr. Johnson. And what time will he be free? Is everything set up? Good, I need you to take notes at the meeting, OK?
- This is the video of Unit 8 that you will know about the process of meeting with a customer.
** English Communication Skill-Part1-8:
Greeting a client
Mr. Smith is here to meet Mr. Johnson. Do you have an appointment? David, good to see you. Hello John, it's good to see you too. How have you been?I've been busy. So David, shall we get down to business? Yes, let's get to work.
- Here's the video of Unit 9 that you will see in the meeting.
** English Communication Skill-Part1-9:
Discussing prices
So John, what did you want to talk about? Well, it's about the new prices that you charge. What about my prices, is there a problem? Lisa can you show Mr. Smith the competitor analysis that we did. Oh I see that our prices are higher than these brands that you've researched.
Giving explanations
There are 3 reasons why we cost more than our competitors. Firstly, we use plastic and not paper to make our products. Secondly, we have a 24-hour service hotline, should there be any problems. And thirdly, we have a 30-day return and refund policy.
Bargaining
But I still think you are too expensive. But we are the best. But I can no longer afford it. Look! I have to lower my expenditure. Ok. I can give you a 7% discount. Well OK, at least I don't have to change suppliers now.
- Here's the video of Unit 10 that you will see the Handling a complaint:
** English Communication Skill-Part1-10:
Answering the phone
What is the nature of your call? I wish to make a complaint. Ok sir, you can tell me your complaint.
Holding on the phone
Could you just hold the line a moment whilst I get my pen and paper ready? Certainly no problem. OK. I'm ready now. Could I have your name please? And what is your company name? Have you been using our products for a long time?
Receiving a complaint
Could you tell me what is the problem? Recently the problem has been damaged product packaging. Could you be more specific please? Is this the first time you have called to complain? Are there any other problems? Yes, occasionally the delivery arrives a day late.
Apologising
Thank you for alerting us to these problems. Well, I hope you can fix them for me. Yes, I am very sorry to hear that you've had these difficulties. That's ok but I expect to see an improvement soon.
Please wait and come back to see my next post for English Communication Skill part 2 soon...thanks!
English Learning Online: Practice English Speaking Skill: How to Speak English Fast?
How to Speak English Fast?
How to Speak English Fast?
Honestly, I know by myself, I'm not good at speaking, even my own mother tongue language, so I think it's one factor that makes me not a talkative English speaker. Moreover, how to speak English fast or fluently???? I really want to speak English very fast to communicate with my friends and foreigners.
I hope the video below help you and me as well to speak English fast!!!
Speak English Fluently Rule 1
For other rules of Speak English Fluently, you can find on Youtube with the relevant videos next to this video. Please enjoy learning how to speak English fast!
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