literature work study on social issues

1. FILM ADAPTATIONS LITERATURE AND
SOCIAL ISSUES
AUDIO PODCASTS AND SPEECHES
FR. JIBIN SABU

2. FILMS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
• As the world has been experiencing language globalization, and in this transition, English language has
been playing a prominent role.
• Many people in the world whose mother tongue is not English have been trying to master the skills of
the English language.
• Since the ESL or EFL learners have very limited exposure to the natural language learning environment,
they face many difficulties in learning English. English movies are more suitable as they provide the
real-time experience of learning the English language.
• Most of the ESL or EFL classrooms, teachers of English have been presenting English movies for the
learners in order to give more exposure to the English language.
• It is a fact that the learners get a golden opportunity of entering into the authentic English
environment when the English lessons are taught by using the authentic material in the form of English
movies.

3. FILMS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
• . Watching English movies is a popular and powerful tool for the learners to learn English as a
second or foreign language. It is in the hands of the English teachers to draw the complete
attention of the learners using English movies in the ESL or EFL classrooms.
• In this connection, the teachers have to select useful and informative movies that are more
suitable for the topic taught in the classrooms.
• This Presentation is focus on the impact of English movies on learning English in ESL/EFL
classrooms. It also focuses on the use of audiovisual technologies, such as English movies, in
the English language classrooms, with a view to suggest the incorporation of these
audiovisual technologies for ESL or EFL learners of English language. And also to know why
film is an excellent teaching and learning tool

4. LEARNING FROM FILMS IS MOTIVATING AND
ENJOYABLE
• Motivation is one of the most important factors in determining successful
second-language acquisition.
• Films and TV shows are an integral part of students’ lives so it makes perfect
sense to bring them into the language classroom.
• Film, as a motivator, also makes the language learning process more entertaining
and enjoyable.

5. FILM PROVIDES AUTHENTIC AND VARIED
LANGUAGE
• Another benefit of using film is that it provides a source of authentic and varied
language.
• Film provides students with examples of English used in ‘real’ situations outside
the classroom, particularly interactive language – the language of real-life
conversation.
• Film exposes students to natural expressions and the natural flow of speech.
• If they are not living in an English-speaking environment, perhaps only film and
television can provide learners with this real-life language input.

6. FILM GIVES A VISUAL CONTEXT
• The visuality of film makes it an invaluable language teaching tool, enabling
learners to understand more by interpreting the language in a full visual context.
• Film assists the learners’ comprehension by enabling them to listen to language
exchanges and see such visual supports as facial expressions and gestures
simultaneously.
• These visual clues support the verbal message and provide a focus of attention.

7. VARIETY AND FLEXIBILITY
• Film can bring variety and flexibility to the language classroom by extending the
range of teaching techniques and resources, helping students to develop all four
communicative skills. For example, a whole film or sequence can be used to
practise listening and reading, and as a model for speaking and writing.
• Film can also act as a springboard for follow-up tasks such as discussions,
debates on social issues, role plays, reconstructing a dialogue or summarising.
• It is also possible to bring further variety to the language learning classroom by
screening different types of film: feature-length films, short sequences of films,
short films, and adverts.

8. SPEECH
• Everyone likes listening to inspiring speeches. Gifted speakers have a way of
making people want to listen and take action to change their lives.
• But speeches aren’t just interesting because of their content. They are also great
tools to helps to improve English.
• Listening to a speech and taking notes can help to develop comprehension skills.
• Repeating the words of the speaker allows you to improve your pronunciation.
And writing a summary can help to practice spelling and grammar.

9. FAMOUS SPEECHES
• 1. Steve Jobs: Stanford Commencement Speech
• Steve Jobs was no doubt a great speaker. Millions around the globe were enchanted by the presentations
that he gave for Apple as the company’s CEO.
• However, he wasn’t just known for speeches related to product launches, like the iconic 2007 speech
where he introduced the iPhone. He’s also known for inspirational speeches, like the one he gave in 2005
at a Stanford Commencement ceremony.
• In this speech, he addresses the graduating students of Stanford University. He starts by saying that he
never actually graduated from college. This makes for an honest and heart-warming speech. For nearly
15 minutes, he talks about his life, telling stories that are funny, relatable, and emotional. He also offers
tips for students to apply to their own lives.
• Jobs uses simple language and speaks in short sentences. He clearly pronounces every word so it’s easy
to understand and mimic.

10. FAMOUS SPEECHES
• 2. Greta Thunberg: 2019 UN Climate Action Summit Speech
• At just 18 years old, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg is one of the most well-known
speakers of our time. Some of her speeches have even gone viral on social media. And her
powerful words have been repeated thousands of times on climate strike placards around
the world.
• In one of her most moving speeches, Greta Thunberg addresses world leaders at the 2019
UN Climate Action Summit in New York. She challenges them for not taking action to fight
global warming and ensure a future for the younger generations.
• “How dare you? You have stolen my dreams and my childhood with your empty words,”
she says.
• Greta’s speech is a lesson in how to express yourself on a variety of environmental issues
like climate change. It’s full of lots of useful vocabulary.

11. FAMOUS SPEECHES
• 3. Will Smith: Speech About Self Discipline
• Will Smith as an actor. He’s played a wide variety of roles. he’s also a great motivational
speaker
• A few years ago, a video featuring Will Smith talking about the secret to success went viral
on YouTube. In it, he talks about mastering self-discipline as a way to achieve your dreams.
• “You cannot win the war against the world if you can’t win the war against your own
mind,” he says.
• As an actor, Will Smith has a clear and compelling voice, which is easy to follow. Some
parts of this talk also sound improvised so it’s great for practising natural speech. It’s also
excellent listening practice for understanding an American accent. And there’s lots of slang
which will have to guess from the context..

12. FAMOUS SPEECHES
• 4. Emma Watson: Gender Equality Speech
• Emma Watson’s actress who appear the Harry Potter movies. When she’s not chasing evil
wizards, Emma Watson campaigns for real-world issues such as gender equality.
• In one of her most famous speeches, which she gave at a special event for the UN’s
HeForShe campaign, Emma Watson talks about feminism and fighting for women’s rights.
In particular, she explains why neither of these should be confused with ‘man-hating’.
• While the actress’s voice is pleasant and calming, the issues she talks about are thought-
provoking and will thinking long after this short, 4-minute speech.
• This talk is great for helping to get used to a southern English accent. It can also give you
some essential vocabulary about a relevant topic. Look out for uses of the passive voice in
her speech, and write down those sentences to practise this grammar structure.

13. FAMOUS SPEECHES
• 5. Benjamin Zander: The Transformative Power of Classical Music
• Benjamin Zander is the musical director of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra. He is
also a well-known motivational speaker who loves to share his love for music.
• In his 2008 TED talk, he found an engaging way to talk about classical music to people
who know nothing about it. he switches between speaking and playing the piano.
And, he isn’t afraid to tell a joke or two.
• This speech is a bit more of a challenge than the ones described above. Benjamin
Zander speaks fast and in a conversational style, using many examples and short
stories to tell his tale.

14. PODCASTS
• Podcasting (a portmanteau of the words iPod and broadcasting) is the name given
to the publishing of audio (usually mp3 files) via the Internet, designed to be
downloaded and listened to on a portable mp3 player of any type, or on a personal
computer.
• Podcasting has now become popular as an alternative way of providing 'radio' type
content that can be listened to whenever, wherever and as many times as the
listener wants.
• The idea that a podcast can be produced by just about anyone with access to the
Internet has generated a lot of interest in educational circles.
• In ELT, the appeal is not only in providing additional listening input for students,
but that students themselves can become involved in recording and producing the
podcast.

15. TYPES OF ELT PODCASTS
1. AUTHENTIC PODCASTS
• Podcasts that are not aimed at ELT students can often be a rich source of
listening.
• Most of these will only be suitable for use with higher level students, but
others, such as Sushi Radio are made by non-native speakers of English
and their length (5-10 minutes) make them ideal for use with classes.

16. TYPES OF ELT PODCASTS
2. TEACHER PODCASTS
• Produced by teachers, often for their own classes, these podcasts are
usually aimed at helping students learn by producing listening content
that is not available elsewhere, or that gives a local flavour.
• The Daily Idiom and Madrid Young Learner podcasts are two very different
types of teacher-produced podcast.

17. TYPES OF ELT PODCASTS
3. STUDENT PODCASTS
• Produced by students, but often with teacher help, your students can listen to
these and
• experience the culture and hear about the lives and interests of other students
from around theworld.
• English Conversations, for example is a podcast largely made by students for
students.
• In addition to student podcasts, there are also others that can be useful for
teacher professional development.

18. TYPES OF ELT PODCASTS
4. EDUCATOR PODCASTS
• Shows such as Comprehensible Input and Bit by Bit are reflective podcasts
that cover methodological matters as well as podcasting for ELT teachers.
• Ed Tech Talk is a more general show about educational technology, which is
recorded live (this is called webcasting) using free Internet telephony and then
provided as a podcast.
• More podcasts for students can be found by looking at directories such as
Englishcaster, which is directed at students and teachers of English, or other
more general directories such as Podcast Alley, which has a large educational
section.

19. SOME PODCASTING SITES
• English as a Second Language Podcast: http://www.eslpod.com</p>
• EFLBridges: http://www.eflbridges.com/
• Voice of America: http://www.voanews.com/specialenglish/index.cfm

20. THANKYOU