Breaking News English

                                                                                           

What is it about?

This is an ideal website for learning English. It provides not only the podcast of current events and news but also the lesson plans. Moreover, this website also provides teachers with PDF handouts include activities of all language skills and teachers can use them in the classroom. Teachers and students can both find out interactive quizzes and games related to the content in this website.

Why is the content good for language learning?

1. Learners can get the latest news from this website.

2. Learners can practice listening ability because the audio files can be downloaded.

3. A variety of activities and games are provided online and they are challenging and fun!

4. It is convenient for teachers because the PDF handouts and activities on the websites can be download.

How might you use it in a language teaching context?

1. Have students work in pairs and share their experiences about writing e-mails and letters.
2. Have students listen to the latest news from this website and then share their ideas about the main topic they hear.
3. Have students play "Flash cards" in their group.  When they are familiar with the new vocabulary and the meanings, have them to play the "Match" game. 

4. Let students try "Fill in the blank" and "Hangman" in class for being familiar with the vocabulary and their meanings.

Limitations

1. The news is sometimes too difficult for students with a lower level.

2.  Teachers need to select the news which is suitable for

their students’ level.