I can understand the information content of the majority of recorded or broadcast audio material on topics of personal interest delivered in clear standard speech. I can understand the main points of radio news bulletins and simpler recorded material about familiar subjects delivered relatively slowly and clearly. Can follow many films in which visuals and action carry much of the storyline, and which are delivered clearly in straightforward language.
Newsround
One of the things you can do to practise your listening skills on this level is watch Newsround on the BBC website. This is a news program aimed at youngsters. There are new broadcasts every monday-friday. You can watch Newsround by clicking the picture below. Also, feel free to explore the Newsround website by clicking the word 'Newsround' at the top of the page. You'll find articles to read and other videos to watch, and even games to play.
CNN10
If the subjects of Newsround are not to your satisfaction, you can also watch the news program for youth of the CNN. There are new broadcasts every monday-friday with a wide variety of subjects and news items from around the world. The news items are a bit more serious than the BBC version.
Netflix - Explained
In this reader, you will find the subjects and assignments you will discuss in the next few lessons. Each lesson is based on the popular Netflix series Explained or the subsequent The Mind, Explained. The series covers a wide range of topics and should include something interesting for everyone. We will cover the episodes on Memory, Monogamy, Cults, Astrology and Pandemics. Every lesson will include listening and watching, and the ‘after watching’ assignments will help you practice not only different English skills, but also skills you can use outside the classroom. You can find the needed episodes on Youtube or on Netflix.
Films and series
There are of course a plethora of films and series you could watch. Find a film or series that you find interesting and watch it. If you use a streaming service, you can often choose whether you do or don't want subtitles. You are allowed to have English subtitles, but of course you practise your listening skills a bit better if you do not have any subtitles. If you watch the same video with a partner, you can then talk about it (to practise your writing) or ask each other questions about what you've seen (to practise speaking). This way you can also check whether you've both understood what you've seen.
Podcasts
Podcasts are a great way to practise your listening as well. In the linked site, you have someone's opinion on the 20 best podcasts for teens, you you should feel welcome to find one that interests you.
he main points of radio news bulletins and simpler recorded material about familiar subjects delivered relatively slowly and clearly. Can follow many films in which visuals and action carry much of the storyline, and which are delivered clearly in straightforward language.