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Academic

listening:

lectures, note-

taking

IELTS materials

Dictations

Board games

Language buddy

activities

Other resources for English as a Second

Language are in the Self-Access Library.

Those are not listed in this catalogue.

Catalogue of

ENGLISH AS A

SECOND

LANGUAGE

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Table of Contents:

Level of Material

You should always consider the level you want to practise when selecting

resources. In this catalogue, all resources listed have an indication of the level

and also a different colour assigned to them depending on the level. Here is a

list of levels, and how they are indicated:

Pre Intermediate

Lower Intermediate

Intermediate

Upper Intermediate

Advanced

Dictations

Academic Listening

IELTS Practise Test Materials

Board Games and Activities

Language Buddy Activities

iPad Applications

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Dictations

Elementary Dictation Practise

Activities: Gap fill dictations.

Topics: academic vocabulary and words from the First, Second and

Third Thousand Word Lists. Recreation and Leisure – The Pacific –

Crime and Punishment. Materials: Folder with word gap exercises and transcripts, audio

CD. Available on the Schools drive:

Computer > Schools > LLC > English Second Language > Other

Material > Elementary Dictations.

Theme Related Dictations

Theme related dictations are available online, or as CDs with

accompanying folders.

See: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/llc/llc_resources/theme_

dictations/index.html

ELIN.LAN.5800

Pre Intermediate No. 1: Ways of Learning a Language

Good Language Learners

Festivals

All Levels

No. 2: The Treaty of Waitangi

Endangered Species

Cultural Differences

Upper No.3: New Zealand Culture

Earthquakes

Intermediate Conservation of the

Environment

Upper No.4: Ancient Civilisations

The Pacific

Intermediate Economic Systems

Advanced No. 5: Nuclear Issues

World Population Growth

ELIN.LAN.8642

Pre Intermediate

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Dictations

Theme Related Listening

Are you looking for theme-related listening materials? You can find

these as mp3 files on the ‘Schools’ drive on Victoria University PCs:

Computer > Schools > LLC > English Second Language

Listening material for EPP Study Themed Booklets (mp3

Files)

Digital Videos of EPP Guest Lectures

Restricted Course software programs [in the software folders]

Short Dictations (PREPP)

Activities: Spoken passages with gaps to complete a dictation.

Topics: Food and drink in Asia and New Zealand, A cake eating

custom in France, Daisy the perfect teacher/student, Unusual

customs, Objects in space, Tea drinking, Predicting the weather,

Coffee, Sleep, People and their feelings, Jewels. Materials: Folder with word gap exercises and transcripts, audio

CD.

ELIN.LAN.2306

Pre Intermediate

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Academic Listening

Learn to Listen, Listen to Learn 1

Activities: Provides guidelines and strategies for listening, note-

taking techniques, lectures, academic activities and testing. Topics: A variety of topics and exercises.

Materials: Book with Audio CDs.

ELIN.LAN.17710.B/1 Upper Intermediate


Activities: Provides guidelines and strategies for listening, note-

taking techniques, lectures, academic activities and testing. Topics: A variety of topics and exercises.

Materials: Book with Audio CDs.

ELIN.LAN.17705.B/1

Advanced

Academic Listening Strategies: A Guide to

Understanding Lectures

Activities: Practising strategies for understanding lectures, such as

preparing, listening effectively, recognising missed information,

compensating for missed information. Topics: Four full length authentic lectures.

Materials: Book and 3 DVD discs with lecture videos.

ELIN.LAN.17095 Upper Intermediate

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Academic Listening

Lectures: Learn Listening and Note-taking skills

Activities: Practice exercises for preparing for lectures,

recognising lecture structures and key points, understanding

lecturer’s accents Topics: Philanthro-capitalism, tsunamis, innovation, history of

universities, learner of autonomy. Materials: glossary, answer key, full lecture transcripts, audio CD.


Contemporary Topics 1 – Academic Listening and

Note-taking skills

Activities: Note-taking, note-review, listening strategies, academic

research and listening tasks e.g. presentations Topics: psychology, linguistics, public health, business, art history,

technology, media studies, biology, astronomy, philosophy

economics. Materials: Student book, teacher pack, audio CDs and DVD with

lecture recording.

ELIN.LAN.16035

Advanced

Contemporary Topics 2 - Academic Listening and

Note-taking skills

Activities: Note-taking, note-review, listening strategies, academic

research and listening tasks e.g. presentations Topics: Sociology, linguistics, psychology, culinary arts, education,

history, business, architecture, public health, media studies, public

administration. Materials: Student book, teacher pack, audio CDs and DVD with

lecture recording.


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Academic Listening


Activities: Note-taking, note-review, listening strategies,

academic research and listening tasks e.g. presentations Topics: Communication studies, child psychology, sociology,

business, cognitive psychology, anthropology, astronomy, political

science, linguistics, economics, biology, sociology Materials: Student book, teacher pack, audio CDs and DVD with

lecture recording.

ELIN.LAN.16045

Advanced

Lecture Ready 1 – Strategies for Academic

Listening and Speaking.

Activities: Practice strategies for listening, note-taking, academic

discussion and presentation. Topics: Psychology, business, media studies, science and

humanities.

Materials: Student book, audio and visual material, tests and

answer keys available on ‘Schools Drive’

Contemporary Topics 3 – Academic Listening and

Note-taking skills.



Activities: Note-taking, note-review, listening strategies,

academic research and listening tasks e.g. presentations Topics: marketing, sociology, science, media studies, linguistics.



ELIN.LAN.15990

Intermediate

ELIN.LAN.15985 Lower Intermediate

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Academic Listening



Activities: Practice strategies for listening, note-taking, academic

discussion and presentation. Topics: psychology, business, media studies, science, humanities.




English for Academic Study: Listening

Activities: topic- based exercises focussing on academic skills e.g.

listening to lectures, key points and distinguishing these from

examples, note taking, abbreviations and symbols, etc. Topics: Language skills in a lecture situation e.g. word and

sentence stress, weak forms of function words, common

expressions in lectures etc. Materials: lectures from a number of disciplines to prepare

students for the academic environment.


Practice EPP Lecture Test: Equality and Diversity

in the Workplace.

Activities: This series resembles the Practice Listening D Test in

final EPP exams. Topics: various [Mixed accents]

Materials: audio CD and folder containing the practice test paper

and answer key. This material is also available on the ‘Schools

Drive’

ELIN.LAN.13306

Advanced

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Academic Listening

Folder No. 1: Immigration: Bound for the US

A brief history of immigration to the United States

Blue Folder No. 2: It’s in the DNA

The discovery of DNA, genetic research and it’s applications

Blue Folder No. 4: How Governments prepare for Natural

Disasters

Natural hazards and things governments can do to prepare for

them.

Blue Folder No. 5: Which Way Will it Go?

Managing land as a resource.

Blue Folder No. 6: India Rising

A report on the remarkable changes in Indian economy and

society over the last 10-20 years.

Blue Folder No. 7: Interview About the World of the World

Bank

An interview with a senior staff member of the World Bank about

the role the organisation plays in funding development in lower

income countries

Blue Folder No. 8: Interview About AJ and her Remarkable

Ability to Remember

A neurobiologists presents some theories as to why some people

remember what has happened to them to an extraordinary level of

detail

Listening Preparation for EPP Lecture test

Activities: Academic listening practice and preparation for the

EPP Lecture Test. Topics: various [Mixed accents]

Materials: 7 units, each has an audio recording, plus a folder with

exercises, answers, transcript, etc. This material is also available

on the ‘Schools Drive’.


Blue

folders

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Academic Listening

Study Listening (2nd Edition)

Activities: There are post-listening tasks and ‘trouble-shooting’

activities dealing with the problems of understanding natural

speech, accents, etc. Topics: This series is excellent preparation for international

students before undertaking university courses in English. It

focuses on listening to lectures and note-taking. [British English] Materials: book and audio CDs


Study Skills in English (2nd Edition)

Activities: Practise the skills essential for university study -

reading, note-taking, research techniques, writing skills,

discussions, using computer-based resources, and managing your

studies, etc. [British English]

Materials: Book and audio CD


Intermediate Listening Comprehension

Activities: Listen to talks and lectures about various subjects and

complete comprehension and note-taking activities. Topics: Ideal for university preparation. [American English]

Materials: Each audio CD has a folder with exercises, audio scripts

and answers for the chapter topics.

ELIN.LAN.9823

Intermediate

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IELTS Test Practice Materials

Cambridge English: The Official Cambridge

Guide to IELTS.

Activities: Understand features and format of exam, practice

writing strategies, and practice tests. Topics: Presents a comprehensive range of topics.

Materials: Book with Audio CD


Cambridge IELTS 10

Activities: Four complete tests for Academic candidates, plus extra

General Training Reading and Writing modules. Topics: All skills

Materials: Listening tests on audio CDs, transcripts, answer keys

ELIN.LAN.17800.B&D All Levels

Collins Reading for IELTS

Activities: Identify writer’s views, complete summaries, adapted

exercises, exam tips for preparation. For students trying to achieve

band score of 6 or higher. Topics: Reading

Materials: Book with practice answers

ELIN.LAN.17625.B Upper Intermediate

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IELTS Test Practice Material

Collins Speaking for IELTS

Activities: Interviews and practice exercises, pronunciation

exercises, exam tips, topic-based vocabulary, sample answers,

practice test. For students trying to achieve band score of 6 or

higher. Topics: Speaking

Materials: Book with audio CD and model answers


Collins Writing for IELTS

Activities: Key stages of writing process, exam tips, topic-based

vocabulary, model essays, and practice test. For students trying to

achieve band score of 6 or higher. Topics: Writing

Materials: Book with audio CD and model answers


Collins Grammar for IELTS

Activities: Focus on grammar, useful tips and practice exam

sections. For students trying to achieve band score of 6 or higher. Topics: Grammar

Materials: Book with audio CD

ELIN.LAN.17700.B&F Upper Intermediate

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Collins Vocabulary for IELTS

Activities: Focus on vocabulary, useful tips and practice exam

sections. For students trying to achieve band score of 6 or higher. Topics: Vocabulary

Materials: Book with audio CD


Collins Listening for IELTS

Activities: Focus on listening, exam tips, practice tests, vocabulary

based work. For students trying to achieve band score of 6 or

higher. Topics: Listening

Materials: Book with audio CD and answer keys.


Collins Practice Tests for IELTS

Activities: General training reading and writing, practice test

papers. For students trying to achieve band score 6 or higher. Topics: All Skills

Materials: Book with answer keys and sample answers, Audio CDs

and Transcripts.


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IELTS Trainer

Activities: Exam tips and step by step guide for IELTS exams, full

guided practice tests as well as other practice tests. Topics: All Skills

Materials: Book with answer keys and sample answers, Audio CDs

and Transcripts.

ELIN.LAN.17630.B&F/1-3 Upper Intermediate

IELTS Preparation and Practice

Listening & Speaking

Activities: Walk through of IELTS practice tests, strategies for

answering questions, practice listening tests, structure of speaking

tests, practice speaking tests. Topics: Listening and Speaking

Materials: Book with answer keys and sample answers, Audio CD.

ELIN.LAN.17345.B

All Levels

IELTS Preparation and Practice

Reading & Writing (Academic)

Activities: Focussed practice of the different test question types

(e.g. multiple choice, short answer) as well as complete practice

tests in reading and writing Topics: All Skills

Materials: Book with answer keys and sample answers

ELIN.LAN.17150

All Levels

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Pat’s Ten-Day Step-by-Step Guide to the IELTS

Writing Test

Activities: A ten day course to prepare for the writing section of

IELTS for Chinese students - with questions, answer key, glossary,

and sample answers Topics: media, tourism, globalisation, crime, government,

environment, animals & plants Materials: Book

ELIN.LAN.16500.B

Intermediate

Common Mistakes at IELTS Advanced and How to

Avoid Them

Activities: Highlights common mistakes students make and

explains how to avoid them, Includes IELTS-style exercise to

familiarise students with the format of the test, monitors progress

with regular tests. Topics: All Skills

Materials: Book with Answer Key

ELIN.LAN.15975.B

Advanced

Common Mistakes at IELTS Intermediate and

How to Avoid Them

Activities: Highlights common mistakes students make and

explains how to avoid them, Includes IELTS-style exercise to

familiarise students with the format of the test, monitors progress

with regular tests. Topics: All Skills

Materials: Book and Answer Key

ELIN.LAN.15980.B

Intermediate

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Cambridge IELTS 9

Activities: four complete tests for Academic candidates, plus

extra General Training Reading and Writing modules. Topics: All skills

Materials: Book and listening tests on audio CDs

ELIN.LAN.15855.B

All Levels

Focusing on IELTS - Academic Practice

Activities: Tests for students as they prepare for the IELTS

Academic Module exam. Topics: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking

Materials: Tests with key + Audio CD Pack, second edition

ELIN.LAN.15035.B/1

All Levels

Focusing on IELTS General Training Practice

Activities: Tests for students as they prepare for the IELTS

Academic Module exam. Topics: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking

Materials: Tests with key + Audio CD Pack, second edition

ELIN.LAN.15035.B/2

All Levels

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Focusing on IELTS Listening and Speaking Skills

Activities: Practical, in-depth strategies for developing listening

and speaking skills in preparation for the IELTS examination. Topics: Listening and speaking

Materials: Book with key + Audio CD Pack, second edition

ELIN.LAN.15035.B/3

All Levels

Focusing on IELTS Reading and Writing Skills

Activities: Practical, in-depth strategies for developing reading

and writing skills in preparation for the IELTS examination. Topics: Reading and Writing

Materials: Book with answer keys

ELIN.LAN.15035.B/4

All Levels

Cambridge IELTS 8 (2011)


General Training Reading and Writing modules. There are

answers, explanations, and transcripts. Topics: All Skills

Materials: Listening tests on audio CDs

ELIN.LAN.14225

All Levels

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Official IELTS Practice Materials 2 (2010)

Activities: Test materials, with information on how to mark practice

tests, how to interpret IELTS scores, and how Writing and Speaking

modules are assessed Topics: Tests, scores, assessment

Materials: Book

Note: The English Language Institute on Level 2, Von Zedlitz

Building, is an examination centre for the IELTS Test and sells this

series at a cost of about $50.

ELIN.LAN.14199

All Levels

Official IELTS Practice Materials (2009)

Activities: Examination questions, answer keys, sample answers

given by candidates showing the scores received and comments

from examiners with regular tests. Topics: Listening test, and Speaking test, Academic and General

Training modules for the Reading and Writing tests. Most content is

new, but some is repeated from the previous specimen series

(9356). Materials: Audio CD contains the Listening test, and three sample

candidate Speaking tests.

ELIN.LAN.13091

All Levels



General Training Reading and Writing modules There are answers,

explanations, and transcripts. Topics: All Skills


ELIN.LAN.13077

All Levels

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Focus on Skills for IELTS Foundation

Activities: Guided practice for building all skills for IELTS

Topics: Useful tips on how to improve, ideas to help with areas of

special difficulty, and information on the exam; also provides extra

support with grammar and vocabulary practice, and helps you

assess your Writing and Speaking. Materials: A book and 2 CDs with answers, audioscripts, and

examples of examiners' assessments.

ELIN.LAN.12976

All Levels

Focus on Academic Skills for IELTS

Activities: Guided practice for skill development for all parts of the

IELTS test Topics: 10 modules, Language Review sections focussing on key

academic language, and Self Check Progress tests. Materials: Book with detailed answer key and transcripts, 2 audio

CDs

ELIN.LAN.12871

All Levels

Achieve IELTS Practice test Book

Activities: Four complete practice tests, tips on how to prepare for

the IELTS exam and personal test assessment sheets to assist further

study; there are also transcripts and answers. Topics: All skills; Reading and Writing tests are for the Academic

modules. Materials: Book and two audio CDs

ELIN.LAN.12264

All Levels

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New Insight into IELTS (3rd Edition)

Activities: Comprehensive preparation and practice for IELTS

organised in sections for the different parts of the test, and has a

systematic approach so that students can gradually build their

skills, language and test-taking techniques Topics: All skills for both Academic and General Training

candidates Materials: Student Book including answers and audio transcripts

plus one audio CD with recordings for Listening and Speaking.

ELIN.LAN.12206

All Levels

Improve your IELTS Writing Skills

Activities: Exercises and examples to develop skills and language

for both Task 1 and Task 2 questions in the academic writing test Topics: Education, youth, culture, arts, nature, health, individual

and society, machines, the importance of the past Materials: Book containing sample answers with grades and

comments, as well as possible answers

ELIN.LAN.12203.B

All Levels


Activities: Four complete practice tests, tips on how to prepare for

the IELTS exam and personal test assessment sheets to assist further

study; there are also transcripts and answers Topics: All skills; Reading and Writing tests are for the Academic

modules. Materials: Book and two audio CDs

ELIN.LAN.11268

All Levels

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IELTS Scores Explained

Activities: Has samples and examples, and gives explanations on

the language abilities for different scores. Topics: Detailed information for teachers/ organisations/ students

on IELTS Test modules Materials: CD-ROM, use in computer

ELIN.LAN.10788.C

All Levels

Action Plan for IELTS: Academic Module

Activities: One complete practice test which you can use for timed

practice under test conditions. Answers, model Writing answers,

and audio scripts are provided — ideal for use when you are an

Academic candidate and only have a limited time to prepare Topics: Overview of the Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking

tests, information about the different types of questions or tasks Materials: Book containing sample answers with grades and

comments, as well as possible answers

ELIN.LAN.10552

All Levels

IELTS Practice Tests Plus 2

Activities: 6 Tests with modules for Listening, Reading (Academic),

Writing (Academic), and Speaking, plus one Reading and Writing

module for the General Training test. You can evaluate your own

writing by comparing it with different sample answers and

assessments. Topics: overview of the whole test, describes all the specific tasks

and the skills they focus on, and provides strategies and tips.

Answers and audio scripts are also given. The section on

Vocabulary Pages explores the language used for key subjects and

for describing graphs, tables and diagrams. Materials: a book and 3 audio CDs, and is for both Academic and

General Training candidates.

ELIN.LAN.10547

All Levels

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Essay Writing for English Tests (New Edition)

Activities: This book gives thorough practice for Writing Task 2 of

the IELTS Test, and similar exams or essay tasks. It guides you

through understanding and analysing the question, and then finding,

selecting and organising your ideas before you start writing. Topics: Explores the different sections of the structure of an essay

and gives information about essay style, vocabulary, grammar, etc.

There are answers, a list of essay topics, and three model essays.

ELIN.LAN.10530.B

All Levels

Prepare for IELTS: Academic Practice Tests

Activities: 5 practice tests for Academic candidates: complete

answers are given. Topics: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Information

about the tasks is given and strategies are suggested, and

checklists, test tips, sample answers, audio transcripts. Materials: Book and 3 audio CDs , which also go with the General

Training Practice Tests book (below)

ELIN.LAN.10496.B/1

All Levels

Prepare for IELTS: General Training Practice

Tests

Activities: 5 practice tests for General Training candidates:

complete answers are given. Topics: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Information

about the tasks is given and strategies are suggested, and

checklists, test tips, sample answers, audio transcripts. Materials: Book and 3 audio CDs (The Listening and Speaking tests

are the SAME for all candidates, so both 10496 books have identical

chapters on the Speaking and Listening tests.)

ELIN.LAN.10496.B/2

All Levels

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Focusing on IELTS: Academic Practice Tests

Activities: Three Reading and Writing tests for the Academic

module, four complete practice Listening and Speaking tests, plus

one complete Speaking interview with transcript and analysis. Topics: sample answers for the Writing tests, audio transcripts, plus

complete answers of the Listening and Reading tests. Materials: Book and 3 audio CDs

ELIN.LAN.10482

All Levels

Cambridge IELTS 5





ELIN.LAN.10478

All Levels

Cambridge IELTS 4





ELIN.LAN.9740

All Levels

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IELTS Specimen Materials 2005

Activities: Practice material for all candidates with one test for each

module. Topics: Examination questions, answer keys, sample answers given

by candidates, showing scores received, and examiners' comments. Materials: Book with audio CD containing the Listening test, and

three sample candidate Speaking tests. Note: The English Language Institute on Level 2, Von Zedlitz

Building, is an examination centre for the IELTS Test, and sells the

latest IELTS Official Practice Materials for about $50. There are

NEWER Specimen Materials earlier in this list (13091), although some

of the tests are the same as these.

ELIN.LAN.9356

All Levels

Visuals : Writing about Graphs, Tables and

Diagrams -Preparing for the IELTS Academic

Writing Task 1

Activities: Useful vocabulary & practical exercises for writing

about visuals, with examples, models, & explanatory answers in the

Answer Key Topics: Writing about graphs, tables, and diagrams

Materials: Book for self-study.

ELIN.LAN.9198.B

All Levels

IELTS Ideas and Vocabulary

Activities: Vocabulary building exercises

Topics: 13 common IELTS topics are explored with information and

exercises to help formulate ideas, & internet links. Materials: Book with answers to the exercises & Teacher's Notes.

ELIN.LAN.9194.B

All Levels

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IELTS on Track (Test Practice Academic)

Activities: 6 Academic practice Reading and Writing tests, 4

practice Listening tests, and 2 practice Speaking tests Topics: Fast Track strategy sections are given for all 4 modules of

the IELTS Test, and there are some activities given for test

preparation. Sample answers, transcripts, and answers are

provided. Materials: This set has a book and 2 audio CDs.

ELIN.LAN.8208 All Levels

IELTS Preparation and Practice - Reading and

Writing: Academic Module

Activities: 3 practice Reading tests and 5 practice Writing tests. It

has sample answers, descriptions of the different Writing tasks, and

useful information on the language used for interpreting graphs,

charts, and tables Topics: Reading and Writing for the Academic Module

ELIN.LAN.5486.B/1

All Levels

IELTS Preparation and Practice - Reading and

Writing: General Training Module

Activities: This book includes 3 practice Reading tests, 5 practice

Writing tests, and has answers. Topics: Reading and Writing for the General Training Module

ELIN.LAN.5486.B/2

All Levels

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Board Games and Activities

Apples to Apples

Activities: A popular fun and party game which encourage critical

thinking in a comparison game setting Play Time: 30 min

Players: 4-8

Materials: Play rules, play cards

ELIN.LAN.15960.K

Advanced

TECH.GEN.16120.K All Levels

Rory’s Story Cubes

Activities: Roll the cubes and create a story – excellent for practising

speaking and vocabulary, exercising the imagination, and just having

fun inventing stories –let your imagination run wild! Play Time: As long as you like

Players: 1 or more

Materials: Play rules, 9 cubes

TECH.GEN.16130.K

All Levels

Rory’s Story Cubes - Actions

Activities: Roll the cubes and create a story – excellent for practising

speaking and vocabulary, exercising the imagination, and just having

fun inventing stories –let your imagination run wild! Play Time: As long as you like

Players: 1 or more

Materials: Play rules, 9 cubes

TECH.GEN.16125.K All Levels

Cool Cubes

Activities: Write topics, words, numbers on the blank cubes, or draw

pictures on them and practice vocabulary, pronunciation, or speaking in

an entertaining way! The faces of the cube are erasable, just wipe off

and re-use! Play Time: As long as you like

Players: 1 or more

Materials: Four cubes, felt tip pen and instructions

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Electronic Devices

Activities: Learn the names of common electronic devices and

practise these whilst talking about how you use them. Materials: 1 A4 Activity Sheet

LB ELECT DEV All Levels

Talking About New Zealand

Activities: Using a map and photos, discuss places to visit and

activities to do around NZ. Materials: 1 A3 Activity Sheet

LB ABOUT NZ All Levels

Daily Routine

Activities: Discuss daily routine according to cartoons provided.

Materials: 1 A4 Activity Sheet

LB DAILY ROUT All Levels

About NZ: Charts and Diagrams

Activities: Using a variety of different charts and diagrams. Discuss

NZ and its people. Language buddies can also use them to compare

NZ with their own country using their target language. Materials: 2 A4 Activity Sheets

LB CHARTS Upper Intermediate

http://sciblogs.co.nz/visibly-shaken/2012/02/24/the-bulk-of-the-nation-infographic/obesity-infographic-2/

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Spot the Difference

Activities: Find the difference between 4 similar (but slightly

different!) pictures be describing them to each other. Materials: 2 A4 Activity Sheets

LB SPOT DIFF All Levels

Where in Wellington?

Activities: Practise giving and receiving directions as well as

recommend some places to visit around Wellington Materials: 1 A4 Activity Sheet

LB IN WELL All Levels

My Home

Activities: Discuss where you would like to live in Wellington, and

then talk about the rooms of a house as well as where to place

furniture in it. Materials: 3 A4 activity sheets, 1 A3 sheet of house floor plans and

furniture pictures to place on floor plan

LB IN WELL All Levels

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iPad Applications

There is an iPad available for students to borrow and use at the LLC, with a

number of apps that are perfect for language learning. Please feel free to try

them out, and if they are what you are looking for then you can download

them onto your own device. Please note that some apps come at a cost. If

there are any apps that you can recommend to us then please feel free!

TED Talks

Description: Find thousands of inspiring TED Talks: videos to feed

your curiosity, explore innovative concepts and expand your world.

There are videos of varying topics, difficulties and lengths. Some

videos contain transcripts and subtitles to aid language learning. Features:

・View the entire TED Talks video library

・Bookmark talks to watch later.

・Download talks to watch when you’re offline.

・Listen to an on-demand playlist of TED Talks audio.

・Sort talks by date or popularity.

・Find by tags, themes, or related talks.

・Share favourites with your friends.

SpeakingPal

Description: Learn to speak English with a video Character and get

instant feedback. Improve your English speaking skills. This app

provides help for all levels from beginners to business and academic

needs. Features:

• Talk in English with a video character

• Automatic speech recognition understands and rates your speech

• Get instant color-coded feedback on your pronunciation

• Record and compare your speech with a native English speaker

• Topic based dialogues are humorous and short – practice takes a

few minutes.

• Beginner, intermediate and more advanced levels

• Videos of how to say all English sounds

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iPad Applications

SOS (Sounds of Speech)

Description: Explains how each part of speech is formed in

American English with animations, videos and audio samples.

Particularly useful for learners of English as a second language. Features:

Description: Comprehensive phonemic chart for learners of

English. A variety of examples are given for each sound at word

initial, medial and final positions. Features:

• Chart with variety of sounds and examples

• Distinction between regular vowels and diphthongs.

GREAT Videos

Description: Watch natural and authentic conversations in English in

this video app about topics related to Great Britain, with audio-

scripts to help you follow along. Features:

• An audio-script so you can read along while you listen

• A glossary to help you learn and remember words,

• Comprehension questions to help check your understanding

• Pitch control to slow down the audio.

・Information on place and manner of articulation for sounds.

・Sections on vowels and consonants.

・Definitions of key terms

Cool Speech

Description: For intermediate and advanced language learners for

use in the classroom and for self-study, learn to decode fast speech

and learn to pronounce words like a native speaker Features:

• Listening exercises focusing on comprehension, speed and rhythm

of speech.

• Interactive exercises on speed, rhythm and dictation.

• British English pronunciation practise with a male or female and fast

or slow voices.

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IELTS Skills

Description: The IELTS Skills apps provide exam practice exercises

and interactive tasks to help you develop the skills you will need to

do well at IELTS. Features:

• A wide range of innovative and interactive exercises that help you

work on the essential skills needed for the IELTS exam.

• Each skill is explained and comes with examples and an interactive

exercise.

• Practise answering a full range of question types that you can

expect to find in the IELTS exam.

• A detailed overview of the exam.

• Score yourself on the interactive Can Do statement section.

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