Shadowing Practice: study vlog *final year edinburgh student* - Learn English Speaking with Video

Creating lesson...
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hey guys welcome and welcome back to my channel hope everybody's doing really really well if you haven't seen my last video basically it is me in
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the studio for the last time so we can kind of no longer go into my official studio space anymore today's vlog is going to be me
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based in the libraries it's going to be it's going to be a study day today i need to start working on my submissions the morning now
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hoping to kind of just continue on late at night i have so much to do so yeah the plan is i'm gonna start in evolution
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house which is our art college library and then i'm gonna move into the main library that is what i'm gonna do today i'm all ready now i'm all ready to go just need to quickly pack my bag with my laptop water bottle ipad things like that and then can head off.
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It's actually a really dull day today but that is perfect.
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I'm going to be in the library all day so I really kind of don't want it to be a sunny day.
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However, in two-day time it's getting up to 18 degrees in Edinburgh which is going to be insane.
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Thank you.
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I bought a Extra Extra Extra Extra Romance
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I bought it after buyout
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It's Lego in transfer This is where it ties from.
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These blocks are so difficult.
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For sure.
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The Tetris Stephens Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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I'm just
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going to do it at the minute, but it's going okay.
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I keep pressing it a lot so I already am kind of telling myself that I'm going to do a solid bit for like 45 minutes and then have a little break and then carry on that for the rest of the day.
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Thank you.
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so that
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is me packed up and i'm gonna head to the main library now however i am gonna walk through the
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meadows because the blossoms are all out so hopefully i'll get a little shot for you guys it's so
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pretty i've literally had to do my jacket time is currently half seven so i don't know how long i'm going to stay at the main library for but
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Late night drive with the windows down City lights blur when you're not around
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Playlists stuck on the songs we play But they don't hit the same Your name still slips off my tongue Like a habit I can't outrun.
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I don't know when we fell apart, but we're strangers with the same old scars.
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Say it's fine, say it's nothing, but we both know we're just bluffing.
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Holding on with shaky hands, slipping like the shifting sand.
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Oh, we're falling out We just don't say it loud
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Left your jacket in the backseat Can't decide if I should leave it there Every street feels like a past life Like I'm breathing in the same old air
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your name still slips off my tongue
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okay hey guys it is officially 11 o'clock i'm just leaving the library now it has been a long study day i'm doing the exact
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same thing tomorrow though tomorrow me and the girls are doing a little exhibition in our garden in the morning so that's the first thing i'm gonna be doing and then it's
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gonna be in the library again i did actually get quite a lot a good bit done today wish i did more but that's always the case to be honest i
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might go back and do a tiny little bit more in bed until like midnight and call it at night it is so cold walking as
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fast as i can safely back home i'm gonna end the video here because it's probably gonna be quite a long one i really hope you
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enjoyed it there probably will be more coming so look out for them but it's currently 11 15 now and i think i'm gonna carry on working until 12
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o'clock maybe half 12 if i'm feeling really bereaved um just so i can feel like i've got a little bit more done than i have I'm gonna end video here.
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I really hope you enjoyed it.
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If you did make sure to give it a huge thumbs up and subscribe down below and I will see you in my next one.
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Bye!

Context & Background

In this engaging study vlog, we follow a final-year student from Edinburgh as they navigate a busy day dedicated to completing their submissions. The video offers a glimpse into their daily routine, revealing insights on study habits, library life, and the importance of taking breaks. By observing this student, English learners can not only practice their listening skills but also pick up useful phrases and expressions relevant to academic life. This type of content is instrumental in enhancing your English speaking practice by incorporating real-life dialogue.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "I need to start working on my submissions." - A common phrase for students, useful for discussing academic responsibilities.
  • "I'm going to head to the main library now." - This phrase shows how to express plans to go somewhere.
  • "That's the plan for today." - A great way to communicate your intentions or schedule.
  • "I'm doing the exact same thing tomorrow." - Useful for making future plans or reiterating a routine.
  • "I really hope you enjoyed it." - A friendly expression to thank viewers, applicable in various conversational contexts.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To improve your speaking skills through shadowing using the dialogue in this vlog, follow these steps:

  1. Choose a Shadowing App: Select a suitable shadowing app that allows you to repeat phrases easily, as it will assist you in practicing your pronunciation.
  2. Listen Actively: Watch the video for the first time without pausing. Take note of the student's tone, rhythm, and expressions to understand how they convey their feelings.
  3. Break It Down: Play the video again, but this time, pause after each sentence or phrase. Repeat each phrase aloud, mimicking the student’s intonation and pace. Focus on phrases like "I'm all ready to go" and "It's going to be a study day today."
  4. Practice Regularly: Use the same phrases in your own sentences to improve fluency. For example, modify them to fit your context, like "I'm heading to the library this afternoon."
  5. Record Yourself: After practicing, record your shadowing efforts. Listen to your pronunciation and make adjustments as necessary. This self-evaluation is key for effective IELTS speaking practice.

By following these techniques, you can efficiently implement shadowspeak and greatly enhance your English speaking skills in an enjoyable and engaging manner!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.