How to Teach English through Films
Did you ever think that movies can play a vital role in teaching English? Recent studies show that this process can make learning easy for teachers and students. Teaching English through films can produce amazing results as your students will pay more attention and learn a lot.
Experts say that you can learn any language if your listening and speaking skills are good. While watching movies, people always try to listen to the dialogues and this enables them to improve their vocabulary.
However, you will have to keep a couple of things in mind before teaching English through films.
Instructions
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Evaluate your class:
First of all, you need to check whether your students have inclination towards visual aids or not. If they are positive then you can go for this teaching technique otherwise it will be a futile exercise. -
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Make a list of the films:
The next thing you will do is to make a list of the films that you are going to show in the class. Make sure that you start from scratch. Do not pick films with complex stories. Similarly, you should also avoid some abstract art movies. Remember, your students are just like kids as they do not know much about the language so make this process easy for them. Picking an animated film or cartoon series can really help you in teaching them. -
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Organise a class discussion:
After making a list, ask your students to decide on the film and then have a preview discussions with them. Tell them a little bit about the film and encourage them to be part of the discussion. This session will prepare them mentally and they will watch the film more attentively. -
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Discuss while watching:
Do not just run the movie straight rather it is better to divide the film in different sections and have a small discussion after every section. Encourage them to ask questions even during the film. This will really help them to elevate their listening and speech skills. Moreover, help them in applying this in real life and you will see a significant difference. -
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Wrap up:
After your film is over, organise a detailed discussion and make sure that everyone participates in that discussion. Ask them to share their point of view. Give them different assignments like writing down a review, favourite scene or favourite dialogue.
