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10 Weeks to SLP Level 1 Listening

10-Week STANAG SLP Level 1 Listening Military English Learning Plan

10-Week SLP Level 1 Listening Learning Plan

10-Week SLP Level 1 Listening Learning Plan

for Adult ESL Learners: Military English (NATO STANAG 6001 SLP Level 1 - Listening Comprehension)

Week 1: Introduction and Basic Needs

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand and respond to basic greetings and introductions.
  • Comprehend simple questions and answers about personal information.

Activities

  1. Live session: Role-playing introductions and basic conversations.
  2. Self-study: Listening exercises on greetings and personal information.

Week 2: Everyday Needs and Courtesy

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognize and use common courtesy phrases.
  • Understand simple requests and responses in everyday situations.

Activities

  1. Live session: Practicing courtesy phrases in various contexts.
  2. Self-study: Listening to dialogues involving requests and polite responses.

Week 3: Travel and Transportation

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand basic travel-related vocabulary and phrases.
  • Follow simple directions and instructions related to transportation.

Activities

  1. Live session: Simulated travel scenarios (e.g., asking for directions, buying tickets).
  2. Self-study: Listening to travel announcements and transportation dialogues.

Week 4: Lodging and Accommodation

Learning Outcomes

  • Comprehend conversations about booking and staying in accommodations.
  • Understand simple instructions and requests related to lodging.

Activities

  1. Live session: Role-playing booking a hotel room and checking in/out.
  2. Self-study: Listening to dialogues about hotel services and amenities.

Week 5: Meals and Dining

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognize and understand common phrases used in restaurants and dining situations.
  • Follow simple conversations about ordering food and drinks.

Activities

  1. Live session: Simulated dining experiences (e.g., ordering food, asking for the bill).
  2. Self-study: Listening to restaurant dialogues and food-related conversations.

Week 6: Time and Scheduling

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand and use basic time-related vocabulary and phrases.
  • Follow simple instructions related to scheduling and appointments.

Activities

  1. Live session: Practicing setting up appointments and discussing schedules.
  2. Self-study: Listening to conversations about time and schedules.

Week 7: Workplace Communication

Learning Outcomes

  • Comprehend basic workplace-related vocabulary and phrases.
  • Understand simple instructions and conversations in a military context.

Activities

  1. Live session: Role-playing workplace scenarios (e.g., receiving instructions, reporting tasks).
  2. Self-study: Listening to workplace dialogues and military-related conversations.

Week 8: Directions and Instructions

Learning Outcomes

  • Follow simple directions and instructions in various contexts.
  • Understand basic commands and requests.

Activities

  1. Live session: Practicing giving and following directions.
  2. Self-study: Listening to instructions and commands in different scenarios.

Week 9: Review and Practice

Learning Outcomes

  • Reinforce understanding of all previously covered topics.
  • Improve listening comprehension through practice and repetition.

Activities

  1. Live session: Review and practice of all topics through interactive activities.
  2. Self-study: Comprehensive listening exercises covering all topics.

Week 10: Assessment and Feedback

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate improved listening comprehension skills.
  • Receive feedback on areas of strength and areas needing improvement.

Activities

  1. Live session: Mock listening exam and feedback session.
  2. Self-study: Final review and self-assessment exercises.

Teaching Approach

  • Communicative Approach: Emphasize interaction and practical communication skills.
  • Curated Authentic Content: Use real-life materials and scenarios relevant to military and everyday contexts.
  • Live Online Sessions: Conduct interactive sessions to practice listening and speaking skills.
  • Blended Learning: Combine self-study with live sessions to reinforce learning and provide flexibility.

Self-Study Resources

  1. Listening Exercises: Use platforms like ELLLO, British Council, and Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab for diverse listening materials.
  2. Interactive Quizzes: Engage with quizzes and exercises to test comprehension and reinforce learning.
  3. Role-Playing: Practice real-life scenarios to build confidence and fluency in listening and responding.