Shadowing Practice: The improvement about the Zoo | IELTS Listening Map with Answer and Script part 12 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Now, we're currently standing at the gate, which is marked with the arrow on the map.
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Now, if any of you need to visit the toilets before we get started, they're right here to our left.
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Out to the east, just across the grass, there is the bird hide, where we have over 100 species of birds for you to watch.
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We even have an interactive zone where you can feed them with seed and take photographs with our parrots.
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What a great souvenir to remember your trip!
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And up the path to the north, if you look in front of you now, there is the pie dog zone.
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Although it is closed, if any of the dogs are playing outside, you will be able to see them through the fence.
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And then let's pass by the refuge.
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This area is a sheltered part for Brolga watchers who can use it to spy through binoculars.
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And after that, I suggest that you all visit the rest area for some cold drinks and snacks, as it is very hot outside.
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It is just at the northwest corner of the zoo.
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After that, you could cut across the path to the large rectangular hut, where you will be able to see our new addition of fierce lions.
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The mother has just had cubs, so it is really quite a rare thing to see.
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And around to the west, for those of you who want to visit Frisbee, our native kangaroo, he is in the circular-shaped hut just up the path to the left.
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Don't forget to have your photo taken with him.
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Now, as I mentioned before, you can purchase your discounted tickets at the Photoshop
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and this is also where you will come to collect any photos you have had taken at the zoo during your visit.
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The Photoshop is located at the southwest corner of the zoo.
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OK, ladies and gentlemen, enjoy your visit.
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Thank you.

About This Lesson

You're practicing English with "The improvement about the Zoo | IELTS Listening Map with Answer and Script part 12" using the Shadowing technique — a method originally developed for professional interpreter training.

Focus on sounding like the speaker — not just repeating words. With 15–30 minutes of daily practice, you'll build real-world speaking confidence.

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.