Here are some activities to get you started:

Learning English with CBC — Current events for ESL students.

• Weekly Newscast: video (or audio – downloadable): Alberta focus; slow pace (not suitable for higher levels) CLB 4 SHORT: 3 min long
• Monthly Stories: audio – downloadable various topics, some w/Alberta focus; natural English CLB 6  or CLB 6+ LONGER: 5-6 min long
• WORKSHEETS, TRANSCRIPT, KEYS all available for each newscast or story (on the website)

 

Here are some additional resources to help you practise listening skills with your students:

• visit our Diigo page here.