how to learn english from movies - some tips

Here is a list of tips generated from classroom discussion
- on techniques for improving our English when watching films:

WHY WE SHOULD WATCH FILMS IN ENGLISH:

> to get used used/accustomed to listening to vocab/grammar/expressions/functional language

> to get the right pronunciation

> to get a feel for the natural language

> to feel we are able to use this language accurately – and with the right pronunciation

WHAT EXACTLY WE SHOULD DO TO IMPROVE OUR ENGLISH WHEN WE WATCH FILMS:

> watch a favourite film in your language first [to get to know the plot/language/context]; then in English with English subtitles; and lastly, in English without subtitles

> watch the film in English with no subtitles; take notes in English and your own language; then check through your notes with a dictionary and make an accurate summary

> watch the same film/scene as other students/friends; then discuss it with them

> chose a simple/children’s film; put on the subtitles only if you have a problem understanding

> do some research on-line

> stop the film and review/listen again to that scene

> read the synopsis/book/chapter first; then watch it; compare/contrast the book/film

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