Listening
Listen, Practice and Present (Online)
- Becoming an Active Listener
Tue. 2nd. Period Simon M. Bedelo
Keywords:
Grammar, Listening, Presentation, Speaking, Vocabulary, TOEIC

This course is entirely online. It combines synchronous sessions using Zoom and on-demand sessions.

The aim of the course is to help students develop active listening skills. The course uses a step-by-step method that allows the learner to evaluate their individual progress on regular basis. In addition to listening activities, students also practice basic speechmaking techniques. 


Lesson activities are designed to help students improve other language skills; namely grammar and vocabulary. At the end of the term, students will acquire the communication tools that go along with listening skills. 


Feedback from group activities: 20%
Four quick quizzes : 20%
Two speech practices: 20%
Two mini tests (TOEIC style): 20%
Overall final test: 20%


1

Reviewing the basics of active listening skills

Students learn and practice the art of asking and answering questions.  Homework: Students start preparing for self-introductory speech to take place in week-3.

2

Getting Along

Students simulate conversations related to a first day at school using pre-recorded materials.

3

Speaking and Listening Practice Session 

Students make brief introductory speeches followed by Q&A that mirrors the skills learned in week 1. 

4

Listening with visuals: Views of Japan

Students practice the skills of listening through recorded images.

5

TOIEC Listening Skills Practice

Students practice the skills of prediction using photos, the skimming of a text and the meaning of factual questions.

6

Hard Work

Using pre-recorded materials, students simulate conversations related to part time jobs.

7

Mini-Test Challenge Session

Students check their individual progress through a series of mini-tests to be followed by a review of points which they had difficulty with.

8

The Art of Preparing a Standard Speech

Students learn how to prepare and deliver a standard speech. Homework: Students start preparing for a standard speech for week 10.

9

Looking Good: Fashion

Using pre-recorded materials, students simulate conversations related to fashion.

10

Speaking and Listening Practice Session

Students make standard speeches on topics mirroring the themes discussed in previous sessions while using the skills of week-8. Speeches are followed by Q&A that mirrors the skills learned in week 1.

11

TOIEC Listening Skills Practice

Students learn how to distinguish words as well as the various ways of answering ‘what’ and ‘direct’ questions.

12

Mini-Test Challenge Session

Students check their individual progress through a series of mini-tests to be followed by a review of points which they had difficulty with.

13

Final Overall Review Test, Commentary and Individual Feedback

Students review and discuss what they have learned and how the class has helped them in improving their language needs. 

14

End-of-term Review Assignment 

Students work individually to prepare and upload their end-of-term review essay using the sample template provided for by the instructor.

15

On-demand Office Hour 

Students attend online consultation on-demand with the course's instructor. The consultation is either individual on the basis of first come first serve or in small group.


The class is rigorous but also fun. (S) is given to those students who: 1) achieved 95 percent of overall points; 2) have been active during group and open discussions and 3) have handed in their assignments on time.