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As Seen on TV
How television teaches
Updated: 2023.12.12
3 min read · Intermediate
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As Seen on TV
How television teaches
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Discussion Questions
Q1
In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
Q2
What part of the reading resonated with you most?
Q3
Do you think watching TV can be a useful tool for learning a new language?
Q4
Do you think TV can be educational, more generally?
Q5
What language-learning benefits can come from watching a show or movie?
Q6
What TV show or movie helped you learn English, if any? Explain.
Q7
Can watching a TV show in your native language also help improve your mother tongue? Why or why not?
Q8
What do you find most helpful as a resource for language learning?
Q9
Do you often watch foreign-language films or shows? What’s your favorite program originally made in another language?
Q10
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
Expressions
accessible
easy to approach, reach, enter, or use
Example
1

Everyone should have access to accessible public transportation.

Example
2

The website is designed to be accessible to users with disabilities.

exclusive
limited to a specific group or individual; not allowing others to share
Example
1

The club is exclusive and requires a membership for entry.

Example
2

They have exclusive rights to distribute the product in this region.

navigate
to find one's way or plan and direct the route
Example
1

She learned to navigate the city using public transportation.

Example
2

The captain used the stars to navigate the ship across the ocean.

consume
to absorb or take in information about
Example
1

Language learners should regularly consume English learning material.

Example
2

He spent hours consuming online resources for English learners.

naught
nothing; zero
Example
1

Despite their efforts, the result was naught.

Example
2

His contribution to the project amounted to naught.

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