This course is designed to improve students' listening skills in English as a second language. Through a variety of activities and authentic materials, students will develop their ability to understand and interpret spoken English in a range of contexts and genres. The course will focus on developing students' listening strategies, pronunciation skills, and ability to participate in academic and real-world listening situations.
5. Active listening goes beyond the passive act
of merely hearing news reports; it involves
actively engaging with the content. This
means:
consciously focusing attention on the
news
processing the information presented
making a deliberate effort to understand
the nuances of the story.
6. Note-Taking: Jot down important facts,
quotes, and your own reflections.
Paraphrase and Summarize: Periodically
paraphrase or summarize what you've
heard in your own words.
Let’s Practice
14. News Vocabulary
Vocabulary comprehension, in the context of news
reporting, refers to the ability to understand the
specific words and terminology used in news
stories. This may include specialized terms related
to politics, economics, science, or other fields.
15. 20 Common News Terms
Headline: The title or heading of a news article that summarizes
the main points.
Leak: The unauthorized release of confidential information to the
media.
Correspondent: A journalist reporting from a specific location or
covering a particular topic.
Exclusive: A news story that is reported by only one news
organization.
Deep Dive: An in-depth and comprehensive examination or
analysis of a particular subject.
Breaking News: Urgent and recent news that is reported as it
happens.
Scoop: The act of getting a significant news story before other
news organizations.
Feature Story: An in-depth and longer news article that goes
beyond the basic facts.
Anonymous Source: A source whose identity is not revealed in the
news story.
Libel: A false statement that damages a person's reputation, often
leading to legal consequences.
16. On the Record: Information provided by a source that can be
quoted and attributed to them.
Off the Record: Information provided by a source that cannot be
quoted or attributed to them.
Press Conference: A meeting where news is officially announced
and journalists can ask questions.
Credibility: The trustworthiness and reliability of a news source or
story.
Follow-up: A subsequent report on a previously covered news
story.
Lead Story: The most important news story of the day.
Op-Ed: An opinion piece written by someone not affiliated with the
news organization.
Sound Bite: A brief, memorable excerpt from an interview or
speech.
Follow the Money: Investigating financial aspects of a news story
to understand motivations or interests.
Eyewitness Account: A report or narrative provided by someone
who directly witnessed an event.
20 Common News Terms
21. Tone and Style
The tone and style of news reporting
encompass the way information is presented.
Tone refers to the attitude or emotion
conveyed in the language.
Style encompasses the overall approach
and manner of reporting news.
32. iCampus Test Warning
You are permitted ONLY ONE device on your desk to take this exam:
smartphone, laptop, or tablet. Once you begin the exam, do not leave
the quiz page for any reason. The iCampus robot will identify and
record how many times a student leaves the exam page. If a student
leaves the testing page before finishing, it may be assumed that
he/she is looking up answers on their device. This may result in failing
the exam.
시험시주의사항
시험은한가지기구로만볼수있습니다. (스마트폰, 노트북, 데스크탑등). 한번시험을
시작했다면어떤이유에서든페이지를나가면안됩니다. 아이캠퍼스시스템에서시험
종료전시험페이지에서나갈경우답을찾기위해페이지를나간것으로간주되어테스
트결과가불합격처리될수있습니다.
40. Storytelling is an excellent tool.
It helps explain expectations, strengthen
character and teach desired behavior
within a workplace. When a speaker turns
information into a relatable story with a
lesson attached, it's easier for the audience
to connect to and learn from it.
73. Today’s Objective
To analyze and identify how
storytelling is employed to captivate
an audience, retain their attention,
and establish a connection.
75. Start with a Question
Introduce a Quote
Middle of Action
Shocking Statement
Common Hooks
Establish an Enigma
Invoke Emotion
State a Contradiction Personal Revelation
Insight that immediately draws the audience into the
narrator's perspective, fostering a sense of connection.
An emotional moment that immediately connects
with the audience's feelings, whether through joy,
sadness, fear, or excitement.
A mysterious situation or present a puzzle, leaving the
audience eager to unravel the mystery as the story
unfolds.
A memorable quote or a powerful line that
encapsulates the essence of the story and entices the
audience to delve deeper.
A situation or statement that contradicts expectations,
challenging the audience's assumptions and
prompting them to seek an explanation.
A surprising or unexpected statement or fact that
immediately captures the audience's attention and
creates intrigue.
A thought-provoking question that sparks curiosity
and encourages the audience to continue reading or
listening to find the answer.
Beginning the story at a crucial moment, plunging the
audience directly into the action without extensive
background information.
78. Obstacles
Conflict is King
Conflict drives the story forward. Tension and
unresolved issues compel the audience to keep
following the narrative to see how challenges are
overcome or resolved.
Increased Stakes
Increasing the possible consequences as the story
progresses raises the emotional, physical, or
situational tension and ensures that the audience
remains invested in the outcome.
81. Storytelling is effective in persuasion because it
leverages emotional appeal, engages the audience,
enhances relatability, illustrates concepts, builds
trust, overcomes resistance, ensures memorability,
encourages changing perspectives, facilitates a call
to action, and creates a shared narrative—all
contributing to a more impactful and persuasive
communication of a message.
82. Overcome Resistance
Build Trust
Call-to-Action
Persuasion
Effective storytelling can seamlessly integrate a call to action within
the narrative. By crafting a compelling story that naturally leads to
a desired outcome, storytellers can encourage the audience to take
specific actions, whether it's making a purchase, supporting a
cause, or adopting a new perspective.
Resistance to persuasion often arises when the audience perceives
an argument as forceful or manipulative. Storytelling, by contrast,
allows the message to be delivered subtly, reducing resistance and
making the persuasive attempt more palatable to the audience.
Stories build trust by humanizing the storyteller and creating an
authentic connection with the audience. When individuals feel a
personal connection or trust the narrator, they are more open to
being persuaded by the presented message.
89. Music should come crashing out of
your speakers and grab you, and the
lyrics should challenge whatever
preconceived notions that listener has.
- Lou Reed
90. Today’s Objective
To develop the skill of listening to
music and songs in the Folk and
Rock genres and understanding and
interpreting the lyrics.
92. Folk Music
Folk music refers to a genre of traditional music that
originates from the cultural expressions, oral traditions,
and community practices of a particular group or region.
Rooted in the customs, beliefs, and daily experiences of a
community, folk music is often passed down orally from
generation to generation, contributing to its authentic
and communal nature.
93. Folk music popularized in the 1960s: Through mass
media, numerous folk groups brought decades of
traditional music into pop culture with the folk music
revival, which had ties to the Civil Rights Movement.
Folk Music
103. Rock Music
Rock music is a genre of popular music that originated in
the United States in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It is
characterized by a strong rhythm, simple melodies, and
the use of electric guitars. Rock music has evolved into a
diverse and influential genre, encompassing various sub-
genres and styles.
104. It has its roots in 1940s and 1950s rock and roll, a style that
drew directly from the rhythm and blues genres of African-
American music, folk music, and country music. Rock has
centered on the electric guitar, usually as part of a rock group
with electric bass guitar, drums, and one or more singers.
Rock Music
121. Blues Music
Blues music is a genre characterized by its distinctive
musical and lyrical elements, originating from African
American communities in the southern United States in
the late 19th century. It serves as a foundation for
various other musical styles and has deeply influenced
the development of jazz, rock, and soul music.
122. Early blues frequently took the form of a loose
narrative. African-American singers voiced their
personal woes in a world of harsh reality: a lost love, the
cruelty of police officers, oppression at the hands of
white folk, and hard times.
The Blues Music
132. Pop Music
Pop music, short for "popular music," is a genre
characterized by its broad appeal to a wide audience. It is
known for its accessibility, catchy melodies, and
emphasis on memorable hooks. Pop music often features
a blend of various musical styles, drawing influences
from genres such as rock, R&B, electronic, and dance,
among others.
133. Identifying factors of pop music usually include repeated
choruses and hooks, short to medium-length songs written in
a basic format (often the verse–chorus structure), and rhythms
or tempos that can be easily danced to.
Pop Music
148. 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
149. 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
150. 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
151. 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
152. 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
153. 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
157. External sounds, such as traffic, construction,
or loud conversations, can interfere with the
ability to hear and understand spoken
messages.
Environmental Noise
158. Visual distractions, competing activities, or
electronic devices can divert attention away
from the speaker.
Distractions
159. Issues with audio equipment, poor internet
connectivity, or unclear recordings can
impede effective listening.
Technological Interference
160. Cultural variations in communication styles
and norms can pose challenges to
understanding, especially for learners dealing
with diverse accents and language nuances.
Cultural Differences
171. 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.
172. Topic, Name, and Date
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
179. Active listening goes beyond the passive act
of merely hearing news reports; it involves
actively engaging with the content. This
means:
consciously focusing attention on the
news
processing the information presented
making a deliberate effort to understand
the nuances of the story.
180. News Vocabulary
Vocabulary comprehension, in the context of news
reporting, refers to the ability to understand the
specific words and terminology used in news
stories. This may include specialized terms related
to politics, economics, science, or other fields.
181. 20 Common News Terms
Headline: The title or heading of a news article that summarizes
the main points.
Leak: The unauthorized release of confidential information to the
media.
Correspondent: A journalist reporting from a specific location or
covering a particular topic.
Exclusive: A news story that is reported by only one news
organization.
Deep Dive: An in-depth and comprehensive examination or
analysis of a particular subject.
Breaking News: Urgent and recent news that is reported as it
happens.
Scoop: The act of getting a significant news story before other
news organizations.
Feature Story: An in-depth and longer news article that goes
beyond the basic facts.
Anonymous Source: A source whose identity is not revealed in the
news story.
Libel: A false statement that damages a person's reputation, often
leading to legal consequences.
182. On the Record: Information provided by a source that can be
quoted and attributed to them.
Off the Record: Information provided by a source that cannot be
quoted or attributed to them.
Press Conference: A meeting where news is officially announced
and journalists can ask questions.
Credibility: The trustworthiness and reliability of a news source or
story.
Follow-up: A subsequent report on a previously covered news
story.
Lead Story: The most important news story of the day.
Op-Ed: An opinion piece written by someone not affiliated with the
news organization.
Sound Bite: A brief, memorable excerpt from an interview or
speech.
Follow the Money: Investigating financial aspects of a news story
to understand motivations or interests.
Eyewitness Account: A report or narrative provided by someone
who directly witnessed an event.
20 Common News Terms
187. Start with a Question
Introduce a Quote
Middle of Action
Shocking Statement
Common Hooks
Establish an Enigma
Invoke Emotion
State a Contradiction Personal Revelation
Insight that immediately draws the audience into the
narrator's perspective, fostering a sense of connection.
An emotional moment that immediately connects
with the audience's feelings, whether through joy,
sadness, fear, or excitement.
A mysterious situation or present a puzzle, leaving the
audience eager to unravel the mystery as the story
unfolds.
A memorable quote or a powerful line that
encapsulates the essence of the story and entices the
audience to delve deeper.
A situation or statement that contradicts expectations,
challenging the audience's assumptions and
prompting them to seek an explanation.
A surprising or unexpected statement or fact that
immediately captures the audience's attention and
creates intrigue.
A thought-provoking question that sparks curiosity
and encourages the audience to continue reading or
listening to find the answer.
Beginning the story at a crucial moment, plunging the
audience directly into the action without extensive
background information.
188. Obstacles
Conflict is King
Conflict drives the story forward. Tension and
unresolved issues compel the audience to keep
following the narrative to see how challenges are
overcome or resolved.
Increased Stakes
Increasing the possible consequences as the story
progresses raises the emotional, physical, or
situational tension and ensures that the audience
remains invested in the outcome.
189. Overcome Resistance
Build Trust
Call-to-Action
Persuasion
Effective storytelling can seamlessly integrate a call to action within
the narrative. By crafting a compelling story that naturally leads to
a desired outcome, storytellers can encourage the audience to take
specific actions, whether it's making a purchase, supporting a
cause, or adopting a new perspective.
Resistance to persuasion often arises when the audience perceives
an argument as forceful or manipulative. Storytelling, by contrast,
allows the message to be delivered subtly, reducing resistance and
making the persuasive attempt more palatable to the audience.
Stories build trust by humanizing the storyteller and creating an
authentic connection with the audience. When individuals feel a
personal connection or trust the narrator, they are more open to
being persuaded by the presented message.
192. Folk Music
Folk music refers to a genre of traditional music that
originates from the cultural expressions, oral traditions,
and community practices of a particular group or region.
Rooted in the customs, beliefs, and daily experiences of a
community, folk music is often passed down orally from
generation to generation, contributing to its authentic
and communal nature.
193. Folk music popularized in the 1960s: Through mass
media, numerous folk groups brought decades of
traditional music into pop culture with the folk music
revival, which had ties to the Civil Rights Movement.
Folk Music
194. Rock Music
Rock music is a genre of popular music that originated in
the United States in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It is
characterized by a strong rhythm, simple melodies, and
the use of electric guitars. Rock music has evolved into a
diverse and influential genre, encompassing various sub-
genres and styles.
195. It has its roots in 1940s and 1950s rock and roll, a style that
drew directly from the rhythm and blues genres of African-
American music, folk music, and country music. Rock has
centered on the electric guitar, usually as part of a rock group
with electric bass guitar, drums, and one or more singers.
Rock Music
196. Blues Music
Blues music is a genre characterized by its distinctive
musical and lyrical elements, originating from African
American communities in the southern United States in
the late 19th century. It serves as a foundation for
various other musical styles and has deeply influenced
the development of jazz, rock, and soul music.
197. Early blues frequently took the form of a loose
narrative. African-American singers voiced their
personal woes in a world of harsh reality: a lost love, the
cruelty of police officers, oppression at the hands of
white folk, and hard times.
The Blues Music
198. Pop Music
Pop music, short for "popular music," is a genre
characterized by its broad appeal to a wide audience. It is
known for its accessibility, catchy melodies, and
emphasis on memorable hooks. Pop music often features
a blend of various musical styles, drawing influences
from genres such as rock, R&B, electronic, and dance,
among others.
199. Identifying factors of pop music usually include repeated
choruses and hooks, short to medium-length songs written in
a basic format (often the verse–chorus structure), and rhythms
or tempos that can be easily danced to.
Pop Music
201. iCampus Test Warning
You are permitted ONLY ONE device on your desk to take this
exam: smartphone, laptop, or tablet. Once you begin the exam,
do not leave the quiz page for any reason. The iCampus robot
will identify and record how many times a student leaves the
exam page. If a student leaves the testing page before
finishing, it may be assumed that he/she is looking up answers
on their device. This may result in failing the exam.
시험시주의사항
시험은한가지기구로만볼수있습니다. (스마트폰, 노트북, 데스크탑등). 한
번시험을시작했다면어떤이유에서든페이지를나가면안됩니다. 아이캠퍼
스시스템에서시험종료전시험페이지에서나갈경우답을찾기위해페이지
를나간것으로간주되어테스트결과가불합격처리될수있습니다.