Listening to English

In Listening to English, we will listen to a number of standard and non-standard English accents from native and non-native speakers. Texts come from a range of sources including interviews, podcasts and books. Emphasis will be on recognizing common features of spoken English, including linking and intonation patterns. We will also discuss compensatory strategies that can be used when unknown vocabulary appears or when listening conditions are not optimal. Students are encouraged to keep a “Listening Log” to track their progress in understanding spoken English.