Exploring English through Videos

Exploring English through Videos

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to improve your listening comprehension skills by watching and answering questions about British and American videos.

What do you already know about watching videos in English?

Slide 1: Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore different videos in British and American English that are interesting for teens. You will have the opportunity to practice your listening skills and answer questions about the videos.

Slide 2: British Video

Video: [Insert British video link]

Question 1: What is the main topic of the video?
Question 2: Who are the main characters?
Question 3: What is the message or lesson learned?
Question 4: What is your opinion about the video?
Question 5: What new vocabulary did you learn from the video?

Slide 3: American Video

Video: [Insert American video link]

Question 1: What is happening in the video?
Question 2: Where does the video take place?
Question 3: How do the characters feel in the video?
Question 4: What is the funniest moment in the video?
Question 5: How does the video end?

Slide 4: Discussion

Discuss your answers to the questions with a partner or in a small group. Share your thoughts and opinions about the videos.

Slide 5: Vocabulary

Write down any new vocabulary you learned from the videos. Look up the meanings and create sentences using these words.

Slide 6: Reflection

Reflect on your listening experience. Did you find the videos engaging? What challenges did you face while listening? How can you improve your listening skills?

Slide 7: Peer Feedback

Share your thoughts on the listening activity with a peer. Provide constructive feedback on their answers and suggestions for improvement.

Slide 8: Application

Apply your listening skills by watching another video of your choice in either British or American English. Write down three questions about the video for your classmates to answer.

Slide 9: Class Discussion

Discuss the questions presented by your classmates. Pay attention to the video and provide thoughtful answers based on your listening comprehension.

Slide 10: Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully practiced your listening skills by watching British and American English videos. Keep exploring different videos to improve your comprehension.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.