This course focuses on the use of verb tenses, common abbreviations, and changes that occur in stress, rhythm and intonation in the English language through some of the most popular songs in contemporary music.
Throughout this course, various aspects of the English language will be examined, including verbs and tenses, as well as common abbreviations. The course also introduces stress and rhythm in English and how it can be affected when used in songs.
To enhance our understanding of these concepts, the course uses some of the biggest and most popular songs in contemporary music as our listening material, providing a practical and relatable context for the English language learning.
This is a learner-centered course with a student-generated materials being used for classwork and homework.
This course involves pair-work and small group group-work to complete tasks and activities, and vocabulary related to rock and pop music and genres will also be discussed throughout the course.
By the end of this course, students should have a better understanding of essential verbs, common abbreviations, and changes in stress and rhythm in English, and be able to apply these concepts to your own listening and speaking skills, and be able to enjoy listening to popular music with greater confidence.