Academic English Listening - FULL COURSE SLIDES-1 of 4.pdf

Why this Course is Important
Course Syllabus
Group Discussion
Group Listening Activity

Why is this course important?
communication
improvement
academic
success
real-world
application
pronunciation
enhancement
cultural
awareness
preparation for
global interaction

CAL HYSLOP
OFFICE: Room 51202
Phone #: 290-5983
Office Hours: Friday 9-12pm
Email:
chyslop9604@gmail.com,
wh9604@skku.edu

To improve students' overall listening
comprehension in English
To develop students' listening strategies and
ability to apply them in different contexts
To improve students' pronunciation and ability
to understand spoken English with different
accents and dialects
To prepare students for academic and real-
world listening situations
Course Goals and Objectives

Understand and interpret spoken English in a
variety of contexts and genres
Use effective listening strategies to improve
comprehension
Identify sounds, stress, and intonation in
English to improve comprehension
Participate effectively in academic and real-
world listening situations
Course Outcomes

Regular attendance and
participation in class
discussions and activities
Completion of weekly listening
tasks and quizzes
Midterm and final assessments
Course Requirements

Authentic listening materials
(e.g. podcasts, academic
lectures, TED Talks, lectures,
dramas/sitcoms, etc.)
Handouts and supplementary
materials provided by the
instructor
Course Materials

Midterm Exam ........................ 25%
Final Exam ............................... 25%
Weekly Tasks ......................... 14%
Quizzes (2) ............. 30% (15% each)
Attendance ............................. 6%
The midterm exam will test on material covered in the first half of the
semester. Questions will come from all lessons, handouts, and content
covered during the first 7 weeks of class.
The midterm exam will test on material covered in the second half of the
semester. Questions will come from all lessons, handouts, and content
covered during weeks 9-15 of class.
We will have regular in-class assignments and activities that reinforce
course material. These tasks can only be done in class, so regular
attendance is highly encouraged.
It is important to you work well with your group members and do your
fair share to contribute to each project. At the end of the semester, your
group members will evaluate you on your performance .
Attendance can have a big impact on your final grade. You will lose 1%
off your final grade for each unexcused absence and every two times
you are late to class. So, remember to be on time or even early to class.
Course Evaluation

Unexcused Absence Every 3 Lates
Attendance
-1% -1%
of final grade of final grade

Course Schedule
Review on
Syllabus

Introduce Yourselves
Group Discussion:

Listen and Watch
without subtitles

Listen and Watch
with subtitles

Let’s get
ready for a
few group
activities.

Focus on Why
communication
improvement
academic
success
real-world
application
pronunciation
enhancement
cultural
awareness
preparation for
global interaction

The primary goal of this class is to improve your ability
to understand spoken English in various contexts and
genres.
Enhanced listening skills contribute directly to improved
communication, allowing students to engage more
effectively in conversations and discussions.
Communication Improvement

Strong listening skills are essential for academic
success, especially in university settings where lectures
and discussions are common, like this class.
This course aims to prepare you for academic listening
situations, including understanding lectures,
participating in discussions, and taking effective notes.
Academic Success

The skills developed in this course have direct
applicability in real-world scenarios, such as
professional meetings, interviews, and everyday
conversations.
By focusing on authentic materials and situations, you
will be better prepared for the diverse and dynamic
contexts in which these situations use English.
Real-World Application

There exists an integral connection between listening
and pronunciation.
Through targeted activities, you should be able to
improve your own pronunciation, contributing to clearer
and more effective communication.
Pronunciation Enhancement

Exposure to various listening materials, including
authentic sources like news reports, stories, and music,
enhances cultural awareness.
Understanding diverse accents, language nuances, and
cultural references broadens students' comprehension
and appreciation of the English language.
Cultural Awareness

In an increasingly interconnected world, proficiency in
English is a valuable asset.
The course will better prepare you to engage confidently
and competently in global interactions, whether for
academic pursuits, professional endeavors, or personal
enrichment.
Global Interaction

The Listening
Process and
Factors Affecting It

Today’s Objective
To comprehend the listening process
and recognize factors influencing
effective listening.

The Listening Process
Factors Affecting Listening
Interactive Activity

Understanding
Evaluating
Responding
Receiving
The Listening Process

Hearing
Receiving
Attending
Ability to
physically hear
incoming sound
Accurately
identifying and
interpreting sound

Decoding
Understanding
Asking
Questions
Matching the listener’s
context to the
speaker’s message
Fill in any holes the
listener may have

Form an Opinion
Evaluating
Response?
Is the content constructed
or disorganized, biased or
unbiased, true or false,
significant or insignificant?
If necessary, the
listener starts to
form a response.

Non-Verbal Reactions
Responding
Verbal Reactions
Nodding or eye contact allow the listener
to communicate their level of interest
without interrupting the speaker, thereby
preserving the speaker/listener roles.
When a listener responds verbally to
what they hear and remember—for
example, with a question or a comment
—the speaker/listener roles are reversed,
at least momentarily.

External sounds, such as traffic, construction,
or loud conversations, can interfere with the
ability to hear and understand spoken
messages.
Environmental Noise

Visual distractions, competing activities, or
electronic devices can divert attention away
from the speaker.
Distractions

Issues with audio equipment, poor internet
connectivity, or unclear recordings can
impede effective listening.
Technological Interference

Cultural variations in communication styles
and norms can pose challenges to
understanding, especially for learners dealing
with diverse accents and language nuances.
Cultural Differences

Pre-existing beliefs, stereotypes, or biases
may influence how a listener interprets
information.
Personal Biases

Preconceived notions or assumptions about a
topic or speaker can shape one's
interpretation of the message.
Preconceptions

Emotional factors, such as stress, anxiety, or
fatigue, can impact concentration and
receptiveness to information.
Emotional State

A lack of interest or motivation in the subject
matter can lead to reduced attention and
engagement.
Lack of Motivation

What gets in
the way of your
listening?

Listening
Strategies and
Practice

Today’s Objective
To introduce various listening
strategies and provide opportunities
for practice.

Listening Strategies
Group Activity
Individual Practice

Summarizing
Note-Taking
Predicting
Clarifying
Listening Strategies
Visualizing

Making educated guesses about what you are
going to hear based on context, prior
knowledge, or visual cues. This strategy
primes your mind for upcoming information,
improving overall comprehension.
Predicting

Example
Before listening to a lecture on climate
change, a student might glance
through the lecture title, headings,
and any available visuals. Based on
this, they predict that the lecture will
cover topics like the causes of climate
change, its effects on the
environment, and potential solutions.

Condensing the main points of what you've
heard into concise statements. This helps
reinforce understanding and retention of key
information, especially in longer passages.
Summarizing

Example
After listening to a podcast discussing
a historical event, a student could
summarize the main points by jotting
down key facts, major players
involved, and the overall significance
of the event. This summary helps
reinforce their understanding and aids
in retaining essential information.

Seeking additional information or context
when faced with unclear or confusing content.
This strategy promotes active engagement and
a deeper understanding of the material.
Clarifying

Example
While listening to a complex scientific
explanation in a video, a student may
pause and seek additional information
online to clarify concepts they find
challenging. By doing so, they enhance
their comprehension and gain a
clearer understanding of the subject.

Recording key points, main ideas, and
supporting details during a listening activity. It
aids in organizing information and serves as a
valuable reference for review.
Note-Taking

Example
During an academic lecture, a student
might use a structured note-taking
method, such as the Cornell method,
to record main ideas in the right
column, supporting details in the left
column, and a summary at the
bottom. These notes serve as a
valuable study resource later.
Cornell Note-Taking Method

Creating mental images based on the auditory
information received. This strategy enhances
comprehension by engaging the imagination
and connecting visual elements to the content.
Visualizing

Example
During the TOEIC test, a student can
visualize the characters, their
expressions, and the setting where the
conversation takes place. This mental
imagery not only aids in understanding
the dialogue but also reinforces the
cultural context and nonverbal cues
associated with the language.

Use Predicting
and Note-
Taking for the
following
video.

Use Predicting
and
Visualization
for the
Following
Podcast.

Lecture Interview Sitcom
Experiment with these strategies and
discover which work better for you.

Listening
Task 1
Prepare to listen to a
short video/audio clip
and answer 5 questions
on the material.
This is graded.

Characteristics of
Lecture-Based
Listening

Today’s Objective
To familiarize students with the
distinctive features of lecture-
based listening, including
language style and delivery.

Characteristics of
Lecture-Based Listening
Analyzing Sample Lectures
Academic Language Practice

Structure
Vocabulary
Style
Features
Three specific
language features
that distinguish it
from casual
conversations.

Language Style
Academic language is characterized
by formality, precision, and a specific
tone. It demands a higher level of
vocabulary and adherence to
grammatical conventions.

Everyday Language
"The experiment didn't work."
Academic Language
"The experimental procedure yielded
inconclusive results."
EXAMPLE

Complex Sentence
Structures
Academic lectures often feature
complex sentence structures.
Sentences may contain multiple
clauses, making it essential to follow
the speaker's train of thought.

"The correlation between variables A and
B, although statistically significant, may
be influenced by extraneous factors that
require further investigation."
EXAMPLE

Specialized Vocabulary
Academic language is characterized
by formality, precision, and a specific
tone. It demands a higher level of
vocabulary and adherence to
grammatical conventions.

In a Lecture on Psychology
"Cognitive dissonance is a psychological
term referring to the discomfort
experienced when holding conflicting
beliefs."
EXAMPLE

Listen to each of these audio clips and determine
which is an academic lecture and which is
ordinary conversation.
A B

Stanford
University
Yale
University
Let’s take a look closer at two clips from actual
university lectures.

Identify the
following:
1
2
3
Formal Vocabulary
Technical Terms
Delivery Structure

Now, you are the lecturer.
Choose a subject you are
studying now or studied
earlier.
Create an introduction to
the class in 5 - 10
sentences.
Use formal vocabulary
and structure.

One group will deliver their lecture to this class.

Groups:
Identify the specific
language used that makes
this sample lecture an
academic presentation.

Today’s Objective
To identify and discuss effective
note-taking strategies for
academic listening.

Effective Note-Taking Strategies
Note-Taking Practice
Student Feedback and suggestions

Cornell Method
Charting Method
Outline Method
Boxing Method
Note-Taking Methods
Mapping Method
Visualizing

Cornell Method
The Cornell Method
was designed for
students by Cornell
Professor Walter Pauk.

Cornell Method
Encourages note-takers to keep clean, organized, and
condensed notes. It’s an especially useful method for
encouraging note-takers to revisit their notes, review
what they’ve learned, and consolidate their new
knowledge.
Well-known for being a handwritten method, but can
also be done with digital tools.
Effective method for self-testing, which is a proven way
to learn and retain new information.

Topic
Notes
Key
Points
Summary

Topic, Name, and Date
Write the topic,
name, and date
above the top line.

While listening, take
notes in the large
portion of the page.
Notes and
Drawings

After taking notes,
pull out the main
ideas, key points,
and important dates.
Notes and
Drawings
main
ideas
key
points
dates

Write a brief summary of the
lesson by answering the question:
Notes and
Drawings
main
ideas
key
points
dates
If I was going to explain this to
someone else, what would I say?
Summary

Reread notes in the right
column.
Focus on understanding key
ideas in the left column.
Key ideas are content most
likely to be on an exam.
Notes and
Drawings
main
ideas
key
points
dates
Summary

Let’s practice
taking notes!
Notes and
Drawings
main
ideas
key
points
dates
Summary

Compare with
group members!
Notes and
Drawings
main
ideas
key
points
dates
Summary

Do you already use a
note-taking
method?
What works best for
you?

Let’s list your most
common suggestions.

Listening
Task 2
Prepare to listen to a
short video/audio clip
and answer 5 questions
on the material.
This is graded.

Understanding Natural
Conversational English

"The ability to deal with people is as
purchasable a commodity as sugar or
coffee, and I will pay more for that ability
than for any other under the sun."
- John D. Rockefeller

Understanding conversational
English is just as important as
understanding Academic
English, if not more.

Today’s Objective
To practice understanding natural,
conversational English in different
everyday settings.

Characteristics of Conversational English
Interactive Activity - Listening Exercise
Group Discussion

Conversational English is
characterized by its
informal nature, making
it different from the more
formal language often
found in academic or
professional settings.

Contractions Slang
Abbreviations
I’m
you’re
we’re
dude
shook
rizz
wanna gonna
whatcha

Idioms
pull yourself
together
on the fence
comfort food
sit tight
shake it off
go the extra
mile
a great catch
shape up
old school
get out of hand

Features of Conversational English
Interruptions
Fillers
Repetition

interruptions
In conversations, interruptions are
common and accepted, reflecting
the interactive and dynamic nature
of informal communication.

fillers
Words like "uh," "um," and "you know"
are used in conversational English to
fill pauses or indicate momentary
hesitation.

repetition
Repetition of words or phrases
emphasizes points and aids in
clarification, a feature often used in
everyday conversations.

repetition
"I really, really appreciate your help with this
project."
"This is a big, big deal for our team, and we
need everyone on board."
"It's important, important to remember to
double-check the details."

Recognizing these informal
language features is
crucial for effective
communication in casual
settings. It fosters a deeper
connection and
understanding in everyday
conversations.

Identify the casual language in
the following clips.
1 2 3

Which words and phrases
seems specifically casual?

Which words and phrases did
you not understand?

Using Language
in Conversations

Today’s Objective
To identify and practice using
language for agreeing, disagreeing,
interrupting, and other common
conversational functions.

Identifying Conversational Functions
Conversational Function Exercise
Group Discussion and Analysis

Agreeing
Disagreeing
Interruptions
Expressing Opinions
Common Conversational Functions

"I agree with you."
"You're absolutely right."
"I couldn't agree more."
"That's a good point."
Agreeing

"I see it differently."
"I'm afraid I don’t agree."
"I don’t think so."
"I'm not so sure about that."
Disagreeing

"Excuse me, but ..."
"Can I jump in here for a
moment?"
"Sorry to interrupt, but..."
"Wait a minute. ..."
Interrupting

"In my opinion,..."
"From my perspective,..."
"I feel that..."
"I believe that..."
Expressing Opinion

Joe Rogan and Pete
Dominick Debate Gun
Control

Try to identify
the following
Agreeing
Disagreeing
Interruptions
Expressing Opinions

Identify any areas of agreement, disagreement,
interrupting, and expressing opinion.

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