Wednesday 26 October 2011

LYRICS-TRAINING IN ELT

WHAT is Lyrics-Training?

Lyrics-training is a tool that allows us to practice certain skills. It allows users to fill in the lyrics that match with any songs depending on the users preferences whether they are beginner, intermediate or expert.
Teachers definately can take the opportunities in teaching students English by using 'Lyrics-Training' tool. 

HOW? 

1. Firstly, teachers can choose songs according to students' interest
2. Second, students choose their level of proficiency in English.
3. Finally, students can listen to the lyrics, and try to guess and fill in the blanks.

                                                                [ Bruno Mars ; Count on me ]


ADVANTAGES:
  • It is fun, easy and interactive
  • Students are exposed to varieties of language.
  • Students get to practise skills such as listening and writing.
  • Students get to guess the blank by looking at the hints

LIMITATIONS:

  • Students might get distracted by only listening to the song, not filling in the gap.
  • Some songs are inappropriate in terms of not using RP pronunciation

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