Shadowing-Übung: TOEFL Listening Practice | Conversation #28 | Student Orientation - Englisch Sprechen Lernen mit Video

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Prepare for the TOEFL listening section with this sample conversation.
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Listen to the conversation, answer the questions about it.
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Check your score at the end of the video.
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Review the conversation to understand the correct answers.
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you Good morning.
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Welcome to our university.
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And more importantly, welcome to your new home away from home.
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My name is Ms. Taylor, and I'm here to help you settle in and make the most of your time here.
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How are you feeling so far?
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A little nervous, to be honest.
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Everything feels so different.
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That's totally normal.
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It's a big adjustment, but we're here to support you every step of the way.
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It'll take some time, but soon everything will start to feel familiar.
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Let me start by giving you an overview of some key campus resources.
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That would be really helpful.
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I don't want to fall behind in my classes.
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I understand.
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And that's exactly why we have academic support in place.
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If you ever need help with your coursework, we have a writing center and a tutoring center, both located in the main library.
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They offer free one -on -one sessions to help you with essays, assignments, or even time management skills.
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Do I need to book an appointment, or can I just walk in?
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That sounds really convenient.
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Good question.
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You can do either, but appointments are recommended during busy times, like midterms and finals, to make sure you get the help you need without waiting too long.
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What about professors?
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Are they open to students asking for help?
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I was worried they might be too busy.
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Absolutely.
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Professors have office hours every week and they're happy to answer questions or go over material you didn't understand in class.
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They expect students to reach out, so don't hesitate.
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It's part of their job to support you.
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That's good to know.
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I wasn't sure if it was okay to approach them directly.
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It's nice to hear they actually encourage it.
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Yes, they do.
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Thank you.
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Building a good relationship with your professors can also be really helpful for networking and future opportunities.
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Do I need to pay for those services?
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It's a relief that most things are covered.
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Most services are covered under your student health insurance, so you won't need to pay out of pocket for basic care.
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Just make sure to bring your student ID when you visit the health center.
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And what about fitness?
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Is there a gym I can use?
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I'd love to keep up with my workouts.
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Yes, we have a state -of -the -art recreation center with a gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes like yoga and Zumba.
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It's free for all students, you just need your ID to get in.
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That's awesome.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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I didn't expect there to be so many options.
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I'm glad to hear that.
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Staying active is a great way to manage stress and stay healthy while adjusting to university life.
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What about transportation?
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Are there buses for getting around campus?
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I don't have a bike, so that's really useful.
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Yes, we have a free campus shuttle service that runs from 6 a .m to midnight.
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It stops at all the major buildings and residence halls.
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If you're interested in biking in the future, there's also a bike sharing program available.
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That's great!
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And what about safety?
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It's good to know the university takes this seriously.
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We take campus safety very seriously.
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We have a 24 /7 campus security team, and there are emergency call boxes located throughout campus.
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You can also download our university's safety app, which has features like real -time alerts and a virtual walk -home service.
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That's really reassuring.
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I'll definitely download the Safety app.
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That's a great idea.
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It's always good to be prepared, and the app can give you peace of mind.
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Is there a list of the club somewhere?
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I'd love to join something and meet new people.
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Yes, you'll find a full list on the university website.
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And there's also a student organization fair next week where you can meet club representatives and sign up.
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That sounds fun.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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It's nice that there are so many ways to get involved.
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Absolutely.
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Getting involved in clubs is one of the best ways to make friends and feel more connected to the university community.
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Not right now, but who should I contact if I need help later?
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It's good to know there's always support available.
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You can always come to the International Student Office.
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We're here to answer any questions you have, whether it's about your visa, academics, or adjusting to life here.
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Thank you so much.
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This has been really helpful.
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I feel a lot better about starting here now.
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You're very welcome.
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I'm so glad you're here, and I can't wait to see you thrive.
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Welcome to our university.
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What is the main purpose of the conversation?
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Two.
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Why does Ms. Taylor mention midterms and finals when talking about tutoring services?
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3. How are the Campus Shuttle service and the bike sharing programs similar?
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4. What can be inferred about the University's fitness center?
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5. Which two reasons does Ms. Taylor give for why Ravi should visit his professors during office hours?
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Music Thank you.
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- Thank you.
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Thank you.

Über diese Lektion

In dieser Lektion werden Sie die wichtigen Fähigkeiten für den TOEFL Listening Abschnitt üben, indem Sie ein Gespräch zwischen einer Professorin und einem neuen Studenten anhören. Dieses Beispielgespräch hilft Ihnen, Ihr Hörverständnis zu verbessern und sich mit häufigen akademischen Ausdrücken und Situationen vertraut zu machen. Durch das Anhören und die anschließende Bearbeitung der Fragen werden Sie nicht nur Ihr Verständnis vertiefen, sondern auch lernen, wie man in einer akademischen Umgebung kommuniziert. Diese Praxis ist besonders nützlich für diejenigen, die ihr Englisch sprechen üben und gleichzeitig ihre Noten in einer neuen Umgebung verbessern möchten.

Wichtige Vokabeln & Phrasen

  • academic support – akademische Unterstützung
  • writing center – Schreibzentrum
  • tutoring center – Nachhilfezentrum
  • professors’ office hours – Sprechstunden der Professoren
  • networking – Networking
  • student health insurance – studentische Krankenversicherung
  • recreation center – Freizeitzentrum

Übungstipps

Um das Beste aus dieser Lektion herauszuholen, empfehlen wir, die Technik des shadowing anzuwenden. Diese Methode beinhaltet, dass Sie den Sprechern im Video genau folgen und gleichzeitig deren Worte nachsprechen. Achten Sie dabei besonders auf die Geschwindigkeit und den Tonfall der Sprecher. Da das Gespräch in einem klaren, verständlichen Tempo geführt wird, haben Sie genügend Zeit, um die Sätze zu wiederholen. Starten Sie das Video mehrfach und pause es nach wichtigen Phrasen, um Ihre Aussprache zu verfeinern. Dies wird Ihnen helfen, sich an den Rhythmus und die Intonation des Englisch sprechen üben zu gewöhnen. Nutzen Sie auch Plattformen wie eine shadowing site, um Ihre Sprechfähigkeiten weiter zu verbessern und Feedback zu erhalten. Durch das regelmäßige Üben mit shadowspeech oder shadowspeaks können Sie Ihre Sprachkompetenz Schritt für Schritt steigern.

Grammatik in diesem Video

Die Strukturen, die der Sprecher am häufigsten verwendet, mit den genauen Worten aus dem Video:

StrukturIm Video
Passiv be + Partizip Perfekt – wichtig ist, was geschieht, nicht wer es tutare recommended · are covered · be prepared
Ratschlag mit „should“ should + Verb – sagen, was eine gute Idee istshould I contact · should visit
Superlativ the -est / the most … – das Höchste oder Niedrigste einer Gruppethe most of · the best
Zukunft mit „will“ will + Verb – eine Entscheidung, ein Versprechen oder eine VorhersageIt'll take · won't need · I'll definitely check

Was ist die Shadowing-Technik?

Shadowing ist eine wissenschaftlich fundierte Sprachlerntechnik, die ursprünglich für die professionelle Dolmetscherausbildung entwickelt und durch den Polyglotten Dr. Alexander Arguelles populär gemacht wurde. Die Methode ist einfach aber wirkungsvoll: Du hörst englisches Audio von Muttersprachlern und wiederholst es sofort laut — wie ein Schatten, der dem Sprecher mit nur 1–2 Sekunden Verzögerung folgt. Anders als passives Hören oder Grammatikübungen zwingt Shadowing dein Gehirn und deine Mundmuskulatur, gleichzeitig echte Sprachmuster zu verarbeiten und zu reproduzieren. Studien zeigen, dass es Aussprachegenauigkeit, Intonation, Rhythmus, verbundene Sprache, Hörverständnis und Sprechflüssigkeit signifikant verbessert — was es zu einer der effektivsten Methoden für die IELTS Speaking-Vorbereitung und reale englische Kommunikation macht.

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