David Bohlke
The challenges of listening in another language are great. Our students have to deal with unfamiliar sounds, new vocabulary, and complex sentences. They may not be familiar with the setting, know anything about the speakers, and have little knowledge of the topic being discussed. And they’re expected to listen and understand a text in real time, with no control of the discourse, in a classroom setting. It’s no wonder listening remains a challenge for many learners. Continue reading
