Shadowing Practice: UNIT 8 PREPARE 1 LISTENING - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Track 72 Good morning, everyone.
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Welcome back to school after the holidays.
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Now, there are some changes to the timetable.
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I want you to write them down.
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OK, are you ready?
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Yes!
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Right.
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On Mondays, there aren't any changes to the timetable Do we have double maths in the morning?
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Yes, you do No changes on Monday On Tuesday, your second lesson isn't art,
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it's history Mr Brown, your art teacher,
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doesn't teach on Tuesdays this term Aww Does he teach art on another day?
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Yes, he does.
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But I want to finish Tuesday first.
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Okay, the last lesson on Tuesday isn't IT, it's English with me.
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Right, so no changes on Monday and two changes on Tuesday.
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OK, everyone?
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Yes.
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Now, Wednesday, we've got a new music teacher this term.
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So the first lesson this term is music.
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It isn't maths.
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Does she teach music after school too?
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No, she doesn't Do you play an instrument?
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Yes, I do I play the guitar Do we have P.E in the afternoon?
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Yes, you do The last lesson is still P.E.
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One more change Are you ready?
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Yeah On Thursday after lunch You have art, not geography.
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Do we have double art?
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No, you don't.
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You have one lesson of art.
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So, that's all the changes.
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Does anyone have any questions?
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Good!
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Let's start the lesson!
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Hello?
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Hi Ellen, it's Ryan.
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Oh, hi Ryan.
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Are you OK?
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Fine, thanks.
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Have you got your new timetable for this term?
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Yes, I have, but I'm not very happy with it.
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Why's that?
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I've got double maths on a Monday morning.
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Don't you like maths?
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No, I don't.
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Maths is my favourite subject.
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Come to my class then.
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I've got it on Wednesday and Friday mornings too.
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Have you got maths three times a week?
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Yes.
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Well, it's a very important subject, but it isn't my favourite.
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What are your favourite subjects, Ellen?
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English?
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English is OK.
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I've got that on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
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But my favourites are music and...
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PE?
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No, not PE.
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Music and art.
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When have you got them? you got them?
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I've got art on Monday afternoon and music on Friday afternoon.
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That's good.
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What time do your lessons start this term?
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At nine and we finish at three.
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I think your timetable is okay, Ellen. Do you?
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Yes, I do.
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You finish on a Monday and Friday with your favourite subjects.
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Hmm, that's true.
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What about you, Ryan?
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Have you got your timetable?
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Yes, I have.
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And I've got maths on Monday morning too.
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Understanding the Dialogue: Back-to-School Timetable Changes

This video captures a lively classroom announcement and a casual chat between two students, making it perfect for learn english with youtube practice. The teacher shares new timetable details, while Ellen and Ryan discuss their feelings about the changes—real-life scenarios that mirror daily English communication. Whether you’re prepping for IELTS speaking practice or just want to sound more natural, this dialogue is a goldmine for everyday phrases and conversational flow.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Are you ready?” – A friendly check-in, great for group settings or casual chats.
  • “I’m not very happy with it.” – Polite way to express dissatisfaction, useful in discussions.
  • “Do we have…?” – Essential for asking about schedules or plans (e.g., “Do we have P.E. in the afternoon?”).
  • “That’s all the changes.” – Clear way to signal the end of updates, perfect for meetings or explanations.
  • “It isn’t my favourite.” – Simple, honest feedback—ideal for sharing preferences.

Master the Dialogue with Shadowing: A Step-by-Step Guide

Want to nail the rhythm and pronunciation? Try the shadowing technique (also called shadowspeak or shadow speech). Here’s how:

  1. Listen first: Watch the video once to grasp the context—timetable changes and student reactions. Focus on the teacher’s clear tone and the students’ casual chat.
  2. Pause and repeat: Play short 5-10 second clips. Pause, then immediately repeat, mimicking the speed, intonation, and stress. This builds muscle memory for natural speech.
  3. Focus on connected speech: Notice how “Do we have” flows into “double maths” (no pauses!). This is key for IELTS speaking practice fluency.
  4. Record yourself: Compare your version to the video. Did you catch the “aww” of disappointment or the upbeat “Yes!”? Small details make a big difference.
  5. Chat it out: Use the phrases to role-play with a partner. Ask, “Do we have art on Tuesday?” or say, “I’m not happy with my timetable”—you’ll be speaking like a pro in no time!

With practice, you’ll turn this dialogue into second nature. Remember, every mistake is a step forward—keep going, and you’ll see progress!

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →