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Podcast: Mandatory Voting

December 10, 2014, 6:13 am
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Podcast: Mandatory Voting

Your Duty to Decide

English lesson plan on Mandatory VotingToday’s podcast features a reading from our NEW high-intermediate Discussion Starters lesson plan on Mandatory Voting. In this lesson, students read about and discuss the pros and cons associated with compulsory voting. Students also review and practice modals of obligation. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Discussion Starters section.

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Coming soon to our podcast…The End of Sushi.

Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #239.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast on Christmas (for beginners).

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Podcast: The End of Sushi?

January 5, 2015, 10:00 am
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Podcast: The End of Sushi?
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It’s Only a Matter of Time

Today’s podcast features a reading from our NEW high-intermediate Discussion Starters lesson plan on overfishing. In our lesson titled, The End of Sushi, students read about and discuss the unsustainable fishing habits that humans have developed in recent years. To lighten up this heavy subject, students also learn common idioms related to seafood. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Discussion Starters section.

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Check out our full collection of Ready-to-Print Discussion Starters Lesson Plans.

Coming soon to our podcast…Numbers.

Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #240.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast on Mandatory Voting.

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Podcast: Busy Disease

January 13, 2015, 5:00 pm
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Podcast: Busy Disease

Busy Disease

10 Signs That You Are Too Busy

When did we forget that we are human beings, not human doings? – Omid Safi
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Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate Health Matters lesson plan on Busy Disease. In this lesson, students read 10 signs of extreme busyness. They discuss the problems, and come up with their own solutions for slowing down and enjoying life. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Health Matters section.

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #241.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast, The End of Sushi? Coming soon to our podcast: Saying & Writing Numbers.

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Gun Control

January 21, 2015, 11:31 am
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Podcast: Gun Control

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Gun Control

Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate Mini Debates lesson plan on Gun Control. In this lesson, students read about how Australia was able to crack down on guns. Students discuss mass shootings from around the world, and debate issues related to gun control. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Mini Debates section.

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #242.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast, Busy Disease. Coming soon to our podcast: Saying & Writing Numbers.

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Podcast: Cardinal, Ordinal, & Nominal Numbers

January 28, 2015, 7:36 am
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Podcast: Cardinal, Ordinal & Nominal Numbers

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Saying Numbers

Today’s podcast features three dialogues from our intermediate Functional English lesson on numbers. In our Saying & Writing Numbers lesson, students review cardinal, ordinal, and nominal numbers. They also learn some common mistakes that people make when saying and writing numbers. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Functional English section.

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #243.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast about Gun Control. Coming soon to our podcast: Freedom of the Press.

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Podcast: Freedom of the Press

February 4, 2015, 9:38 am
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Podcast: Freedom of the Press

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Freedom of the Press

Today’s podcast features a reading from our high-intermediate Mini Debates lesson plan on Freedom of the Press. In this lesson, students read about the freedoms and restrictions of the media. They discuss how the definition of “the press” has changed, and debate whether or not journalists should have the right to offend.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Mini Debates section. We also have a ready-made Discussion Starters lesson plan on Censorship. (Podcast preview)

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #244.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast, Saying Numbers. Coming soon to our podcast: Eating with the Family.

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Podcast: Valentine’s Day (Beginner)

February 11, 2015, 12:47 pm
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Podcast: Valentine’s Day (Beginner)

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Valentine’s Day (Beginner)

Today’s podcast features a reading from our NEW beginner Holidays & Events lesson plan on Valentine’s Day. In this lesson, students read about what people give and receive on Valentine’s Day. Students also review Valentine’s Day vocabulary and write valentine cards (see capitalization rules).

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Holidays & Events section.

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Note: We also have ready-made low- and high-intermediate Valentine’s Day lesson plans and a Love Idioms poster. Listen to our low-intermediate Valentine’s Day podcast here.

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Podcast: Barack Obama (Low-Intermediate)

February 18, 2015, 10:47 am
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Podcast: Barack Obama (Low-Intermediate)

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Barack Obama (Low-Intermediate)

Today’s podcast features a reading from our low-intermediate Famous People lesson plan about Barack Obama. In this lesson, students read a short bio about the first African American president. They also practice identifying word forms and pronouncing years.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous People section.

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Note: We also have a ready-made high-intermediate lesson plan on Barack Obama. Listen to our high-intermediate Barack Obama podcast here.

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Podcast: Barack Obama (Beginner)

February 25, 2015, 9:24 am
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Podcast: Barack Obama (Beginner)

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Barack Obama (Beginner)

Today’s podcast features a reading from our beginner Famous People lesson plan about Barack Obama. In this lesson, students read a few sentences about the first African American president. They also review nations and nationalities, and practice forming questions and writing about themselves.
80_Barack-Obama_Beg To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous People section (Beginner – Barack Obama).

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Note: Our Barack Obama lessons are useful if you teach a multi-level class. We also have a ready-made low-intermediate and high-intermediate lesson plan on Barack Obama. Listen to our low-intermediate and high-intermediate podcasts.

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Podcast: Cricket

March 4, 2015, 1:02 pm
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Podcast: Cricket

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Cricket

Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate Famous Sports lesson plan about Cricket. In this lesson, students read about the history of cricket. They also learn and paraphrase the basic rules on how to play this sport. To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous Sports section.

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Podcast: St. Patrick’s Day Idioms about Luck

March 11, 2015, 8:42 am
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Do you have the luck of the Irish?

St. Patrick’s Day is on March 17. This holiday is often associated with clovers and good luck. Below you will see a poster of lucky idioms. In the poster, the idioms and expressions are presented literally and figuratively. This helps English learners remember them.

This week’s podcast offers an audio lesson about the idioms in this poster. Share the podcast with your English learners while you review the poster in class. Click the image for the FREE printable PDF.

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Other St. Patrick’s Day Resources

Beginner and Intermediate Holiday lesson plans on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day podcast (intermediate lesson)
Discussion Starters lesson plan on Luck
Lesson plans about Beer and Prohibition
Saint Patrick’s or St. Patrick’s? Paddy or Patty?
Break a Leg – 7 Exam Tips for English Learners

You might also like this Podcast and Poster: Spring and Easter Idioms

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Podcast: The Beatles (Beginner)

March 18, 2015, 8:25 am
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Podcast: The Beatles (Beginner)

The Beatles

Today’s podcast features a reading from our beginner-level Famous People lesson plan about The Beatles. In this lesson, students read a short biography about this famous rock and roll band. Students also review subject pronouns and practice using apostrophes to show possession.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan and gap-fill exercise in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous People section. We also have an intermediate-level lesson and podcast on the Beatles.

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Podcast: Terry Fox (Beginner)

March 23, 2015, 6:00 pm
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Podcast: Terry Fox

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Terry Fox

Today’s podcast features a reading from our beginner-level Famous People lesson plan about Terry Fox. In this lesson, students read a short biography about a Canadian hero. They also review antonyms and comparative adjectives.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made gap-fill exercise and lesson plan, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous People section. Note: We also have an intermediate-level Terry Fox lesson plan.

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Podcast: Golden Week

April 8, 2015, 10:08 am
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Podcast: Golden Week

Golden Week

This week’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate Holidays & Events lesson plan on Golden Week. In this lesson, students read about a celebration of spring that takes place in Japan. After learning a little about each holiday that takes place during Golden Week, students practice making plans based on busy schedules. Students also learn some “gold” idioms.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Holidays & Events section.

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Podcast: Eating Alone?

April 14, 2015, 6:00 pm
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Podcast: Eating Alone?
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6 Reasons Why Dining Together is Better

Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate Health Matters lesson plan on Eating Alone. In this lesson, students read 6 reasons why dining together is better. They discuss their own eating habits and practice using the verb “tend to” in speaking and writing.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Health Matters section.

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Free #English listening practice: 6 Reasons Why Dining Together is Better
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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #252.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast on Golden Week. Coming soon to our podcast: The Commonwealth.

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Podcast: The Commonwealth

April 22, 2015, 10:26 am
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Podcast: The Commonwealth

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The Commonwealth

Today’s podcast features a reading from our high-intermediate Famous Things lesson plan about The Commonwealth. In this lesson, students read about how The Commonwealth of Nations evolved over time. They learn and practice new vocabulary and discuss whether or not the organization is still relevant today.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous Things section.

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #253.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast, 6 Reasons Eating Together Is Better. Coming soon to our podcast: Kim Yuna.

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Kim Yuna (Beginner)

April 27, 2015, 9:14 am
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Podcast: Kim Yuna (Beginner)

Kim Yuna

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Today’s podcast features a reading from our beginner-level Famous People lesson plan about South Korean figure skater Kim Yuna. In this lesson, students read a short biography about the former professional figure skater, known affectionately as Queen Yuna. Beginner learners also practice forming questions and using the verb “deserve” to talk about rewards and punishments.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson plan in class, log in to ESL Library and choose our Famous People section. Be sure to use the beginner-level Kim Yuna lesson. We also have an intermediate-level lesson on Kim Yuna.

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Pronunciation and Spelling Note: In South Korea, the family name (Kim) is written and said before the given name (Yuna). In English-speaking countries, some people (even Korean students) switch these around (Yuna Kim). Also, the commonly used English pronunciation of Yuna (as used in this podcast) is different from the Korean pronunciation of Yu-na (yeon-a). Rumor has it that Yuna/Yu-na actually likes the English pronunciation of her name.

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Introduce your students to iTunes today! This is Episode #254.

Check out previous podcasts here, including last week’s podcast, The Commonwealth. Coming soon to our podcast: Yoga.

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Podcast – Sigmund Freud

May 6, 2015, 10:55 am
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Podcast: Sigmund Freud (Intermediate)

Sigmund Freud

Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate-level Famous People lesson about Sigmund Freud. In this lesson, students read a short biography about this famous doctor and his special field of study: psychoanalysis. Students also learn the English words for many types of medical specialists.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson in class, log in to ESL Library and choose the Sigmund Freud lesson from our Famous People section.

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Free #English listening practice about Sigmund Freud
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Podcast – Steve Jobs (Beginner)

May 13, 2015, 9:15 am
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Podcast: Steve Jobs (Beginner)

Steve Jobs

Today’s podcast features a reading from our beginner-level Famous People lesson about Steve Jobs. In this lesson, students read a short biography about this famous computer designer. They learn and practice new vocabulary and practice writing simple statements and questions in English. Your students will also have fun thinking back to what their kindergarten interests were.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson in class, log in to ESL Library and choose the Steve Jobs (Beginner) lesson from our Famous People section.

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Free #English listening practice for beginners about Steve Jobs.
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Podcast: Yoga

May 20, 2015, 1:35 pm
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Podcast: Yoga (Intermediate)

Yoga

Today’s podcast features a reading from our intermediate-level Famous Sports lesson about Yoga. In this lesson, students learn and discuss the ancient practice of yoga. They also learn and practice new vocabulary and take part in some pronunciation and movement activities.

To see the full transcript and use the ready-made lesson in class, log in to ESL Library and choose the Yoga lesson from our Famous Sports section.

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Free #English listening practice about Yoga.
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