These shadowing exercises are beneficial for adult learners who are adapting to new environments and want to build confidence in their English language skills. Each session will take approximately 30 minutes, and you can complete it anywhere, anytime.
Pre-shadowing: vocabulary introduction by using interactive tools such as Wordwall and Quizlet
Listen to the audio: Pay attention to the pronunciation and rhythm.
Shadowing-while reading: the dialogue is divided into small chunks easy to practice, repeat the speakers along with the audio.
Watch the video and repeat: You can choose to repeat one character or both, depending on your comfort level. Also, you can adjust the speed.
Shadow and record: Shadow the video again, but this time, record yourself to track your progress and identify areas for improvement.
Post-shadowing: Quizzes to assess listening comprehension and reinforcement learning.