Target Language

TARGET LANGUAGE

The target language is the language learners are studying, and also the individual items of language that they want to learn, or the teacher wants them to learn.

WHY TO STUDY ENGLISH?

I study English because ……………………

 I want to get a good profession.

 I want to become a good specialist to promote the development of my country.

 I want to achieve success in my life.

 I want to read foreign literature in original.

 I want to work abroad.

 I want to see films in foreign languages and understand the words of songs.

 I want to be an intelligent person.

 It is prestigious to know a foreign language.

 I had no choice, my parents forced me.

ENGLISH AROUND THE WORLD

 English is the most commonly used language among foreign language speakers.

 Why learn English when it is so difficult? Well, knowing English will make you bilingual and more employable in every country in the world.

 Despite China, the United States is still a leader in technical innovation and economic development. English is used in the United States and in each of these fields.

 English is commonly spoken throughout much of the world due to Great Britain’s expansion during the colonial age. People in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and parts of Africa, India, and many smaller island nations speak English.

 English is the commonly adopted second language in Germany, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and the Netherlands. Speaking English opens these countries and cultures up to you.

 Another reason why English is so important is that it is the language of science. To excel in science you need to know English.

 English is based on an alphabet and, compared to Chinese; it can be learned fairly quickly.

 Learn English and you can then teach your children English -- or if they are already learning, you can now communicate with them in English.

 English speakers in the United States earn more money than non-English speakers. Learning English will open your job prospects and increase your standard of living.

GRAMMAR

“I hate grammar it’s so complicated”, “too many rules”, “it’s really boring”

There are different ways and varieties to learn grammar topics:

Fox example:

 Today we are going to learn THE FIRST CONDITIONAL.

 You are going to learn this topic with three pictures and one song.

 Just pay attention and try to sing.

Count on me

If you ever find yourself stuck in the middle of the sea,

I'll …….. the world to find you

If you ever find yourself lost in the dark and you can't see,

I'll ……. the light to guide you

Find out what we're made of

When we are called to help our friends in need

You can count on me like 1 2 3

I'll be there

And I know when I need it I can count on you like 4 3 2

And you'll be there

Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh yeah

Wooooh, Wooooh

yeah Yeah

If you toss and you turn and you just can't fall asleep

I'll …….. a song

beside you

And if you ever forget how much you really mean to me

Everyday I will

…………….. you

Ohh

Find out what we're made of

When we are called to help our friends in need

You can count on me like 1 2 3

I'll be there

And I know when I need it I can count on you like 4 3 2

You'll be there

Cause that's what friends are supposed to do, oh yeah

Wooooh, Wooooh

Yeah Yeah

You'll always have my shoulder when you cry

I'll never let go

Never say goodbye

SPEAKING

 The art of conversation takes practice, and is not as hard as you might think. It will take some knowledge, practice, and patience, and you can learn to relax and enjoy a great conversation.

How to Make English Conversation if You Do Not Speak English Very Well

 Absorb a lot of English. Read books, websites, and magazines. Watch English-language television and movies. This will help you learn normal conversational English such as

“Reader's Digest”, “Penguin Readers”, “ELT Readers”

 Start simple. Speak to a friend or coworker. If you and your friends normally do not speak English, try speaking English for a day. Practicing in a supporting environment can build confidence for students of any language.

 Avoid confusing topics. Although you may have an incredible insight into religion or politics, such topics can make a conversation unpleasant.

 Ask questions. If you do not understand what the other person says, do not be afraid to ask.

 Practice often. The more you speak English, the more comfortable you will become. Speak, read, and write English whenever you have the chance.

Keeping Conversation Going

When we are taking part in a conversation, we need to show to our partner speaker that we are following what they are saying in order to manage the current conversation.

A) The coach leaves at six, alright?

B) Okay.

A) From the museum, you know?

B) Right.

A) You wanted two tickets, right?

A) Yeah.

B) That’s $50, okay?

A) Mhm.

B) It costs more at the weekend, you know?

A) Mm

B) Because we have to pay the driver more, you see

A) Uhuh

Pronunciation fast speech

1) It occurred to me that Terry hadn’t been in touch for ages,So I thought I ought to phone him . Well, just then there was a ring on the front door and there he was.

2) A) Come on, it’s time to go. What are you looking for?

B) I don’t suppose you see my glasses?

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