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English with Annette O'Neil (8 episodes 11 videos)

Annette shows us how Americans use their language in formal and informal situations, from saying hello to making requests, asking for help, and even reciting poetry.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 4

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara talks about a mistake she made as a language supervisor. Sigrid talks about how people in the U.S. speak English even when they have a very strong accent and it's OK. They both agree that learning with a native speaker of the language is the best way to learn.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 3

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara talks about the different jobs she had teaching both French and English. Later, she also had a job supervising teachers of foreign languages, though she notes that these are now referred to as "world languages."

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Traveling with Annette - Life on a Narrowboat

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Annette welcomes us aboard her narrowboat home for a taste of a uniquely peaceful lifestyle that consists of navigating canals in the heart of the beautiful English countryside.

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Accents - One language, three accents

Difficulty: Intermediate

Australia, United Kingdom, USA

There’s a lot of variation in the way native English speakers pronounce words, and some variety in vocabulary too! In this video, speakers from England, the US, and Australia compare and contrast their accents and vocabulary.

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My Guide to London - Camden Town

Difficulty: Intermediate

United Kingdom

“English Hipster” Tom grew up around here, so who better to introduce us to this lively and colorful North London area, with its famous market and fiercely alternative soul.

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The Graham Norton Show - David Mitchell's Hilarious Rant On The Flat Earth Society

Difficulty: Intermediate

Ireland, United Kingdom

English comedian David Mitchell has host Graham Norton and the other guests in stitches as he drolly points out the alarming effect the internet has had on people’s perception of what is true.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 8

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara and Sigrid finish up their conversation with some considerations about watching movies in foreign languages. In particular, they speak about the advantages and disadvantages of subtitles and dubbing.

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Caption 6 [en]: with English subtitles
Caption 6 [en]: with English subtitles

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 7

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

When you are learning another language, you inevitably make mistakes. It's all part of learning, and can even help you remember how to use certain words, phrases, or grammar correctly. Barbara and Sigrid talk about mistakes they remember and never made again!

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Caption 14 [en]: and you understand the word "special" in English.
Caption 14 [en]: and you understand the word "special" in English.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 6

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara talks about language programs called "dual immersion," student take their various classes in two different languages. She also describes her work as a copy editor.

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Caption 9 [en]: And part of the day they learn in English
Caption 9 [en]: And part of the day they learn in English

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 5

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Both Sigrid and Barbara like grammar and they talk about some of their pet peeves. The also agree that grammar isn't the most important thing. Using the language to communicate is more important.

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Caption 20 [en]: But speaking as a native English speaker,
Caption 20 [en]: But speaking as a native English speaker,

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 2

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara talks about her studies and other experiences that led to her career as a French teacher. Immersion played a crucial role for both sisters in learning new languages.

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Caption 32 [en]: and teach English conversation classes.
Caption 32 [en]: and teach English conversation classes.

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Talking about language - How we learn - Part 1

Difficulty: Beginner

USA

Barbara is a retired French teacher who happens to be Sigrid's sister. The two have a conversation about language in general and about how Barbara became interested in the career path she followed.

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Caption 5 [en]: I do videos about English.
Caption 5 [en]: I do videos about English.

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Jasmin - Christmas in England

Difficulty: Beginner

United Kingdom

Jasmin reveals some Christmas traditions in the UK, including exactly which day they celebrate, and more importantly, what’s on the Christmas menu!

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Caption 12 [en]: and this is a very traditional thing to have for most English families.
Caption 12 [en]: and this is a very traditional thing to have for most English families.

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Jasmin - Dual nationality

Difficulty: Beginner

United Kingdom

Jasmin feels lucky to belong to two very different countries and cultures, and enjoys telling us some interesting facts about India and England.

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Caption 18 [en]: and three official languages, which are Hindi, English, and Bengali.
Caption 18 [en]: and three official languages, which are Hindi, English, and Bengali.

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