| Level | Topic | Speakers | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate | Mini-Lecture | Man | 01:17 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
What other information would you expect to hear during the first day of a class besides the ones listed below?
- the name of the course
- the teacher’s name
- the class grading system
- The first day of class is the most important day of the semester.
- Professors should not give homework on the first day.
- Making friends on the first day helps you succeed in the class.
- Students should always arrive early on the first day.
- The first class should be fun and not too serious.
- It’s better to listen quietly than ask questions on the first day.
- How a teacher acts on the first day shows what the class will be like.
- Students often judge teachers too quickly on the first day.
- Online classes feel more awkward on the first day than in-person ones.
- Ice-breaker activities are helpful, even if they feel uncomfortable.
Listening Exercise
Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Post-Listening Exercise
Imagine that you are planning your university class schedule for the coming year. What are at least three things you consider when choosing a particular class? What qualities do you look for in the ideal teacher? Do you think attendance and participation should be part of the classroom grade? Discuss these issues with a partner.
Online Investigation
Many students want to get online degrees or take classes online instead of attending face-to-face courses at schools. Use the internet to find a school where you can take English classes. Then, answer these questions:
- What is the name of the website where you can take classes?
- What are the key features of that school?
- Who are the teachers and what are their qualifications?
- How much do classes cost?