English Pronunciation
From time to time, English students ask me how they can learn how to improve their pronunciation and understanding of natural speech. For this reason, I created a number activities on this Web site....
View ArticleTexting and Driving
A surprise to some, celebrating birthdays isn't a tradition for many families and cultures around the world. However, it is something special for many others, including in our family. Usually, we take...
View ArticleBaseball
Perhaps one of the most popular sports is baseball, but what can be difficult is understanding a radio announcer as he or she describes the action. For this reason, I created this listening activity...
View ArticleESL Vocabulary Lessons
Students and teachers are often looking for short activities to practice pronunciation and build useful vocabulary. For this reason, I created my 20-minute Vocabulary Lessons. Actually, you can do them...
View ArticleMovie Stars
If you like movie stars, you might like my newest listening activity on introductions. My wife does an excellent job in the part. Enjoy:http://esl-lab.com/actingschool/actingschoolrd1.htm
View ArticleListening activities at esl-lab.com
I've updated my lists of listening activities on my site, so you can find specific types including conversations with children's voices, serious and complicated topics, and those that simply just make...
View ArticleNew Listening Topics
So, what activities am I working on now? Well, this summer, I am creating listening conversations on some more serious topics including suicide, cyber bullying, and dating violence. I hope this will...
View ArticleGrocery Shopping
While grocery shopping might seem like an easy task, doing it right can be a challenge, particularly when you have your eyes on the wrong thing. Listen how this man can't seem to make the best...
View ArticleSuicide Prevention
In 2012, our son, Joshua, died by suicide (see joshuascottdavis.org), and we know that so many people around the world have known family or friends who have ended their lives. To provide help and open...
View ArticleLearning to Drive
Our youngest son is learning how to drive. While that might seem a little nerve-racking, you have to learn sometime. Accidents are bound to happen, but that's just life. Here is my video on the...
View ArticleCyberbullying
I've just finished my newest listening activity, and it deals with one of the most challenging topics that faces people today, specifically children: bullying or being mean to other people. Such...
View ArticleParking Ticket
In many cities of the world, traffic can be terrible, and finding a parking space can be almost impossible. In this conversation, a man tries to park illegally and get around the law. Give it a...
View ArticleDating Relationships
Physical and emotional abuse in relationships is often a difficult topic to talk about because many people suffer in silence because of it. In my newest conversation, I try to address this with the...
View ArticleConversation Starters
Many times, beginning learners need a lot of practice on how to start and sustain a good conversation. For this reason, I created this listening activity. Give it a...
View ArticleHousehold Chores
Perhaps one of the least enjoyable things for anyone is doing chores around the house. This is particularly true for kids who want to spend time outside or play video games. In this conversation, I...
View ArticleInterview with Randall Davis
I was recently interviewed on the history and development of my Web sites over the past 17 years, and I speak openly on what keeps me motivated in my professional and personal life. I speak about...
View ArticleHalloween
Halloween is quickly approaching, and I want to share my video activity on the topic because the holiday is celebrated in so many different ways. Enjoy!http://www.esl-lab.com/tradition/halloween-video.htm
View ArticleSchool Schedules
My newest listening activity on on school schedules. Give it a try:http://esl-lab.com/eslbasic/schoolschedule-1.htm
View ArticleSoccer in the Snow
Have you ever tried playing soccer in the snow? Well, in this video, I tell you why I have done this before with my son.http://esl-lab.com/worldcupsoccer/soccer-video.htm
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