ESL Videos

Accent Correction Series
VT 428.34957 ACC 
Words on the screen and close-ups of the instructor’s mouth are used to show pronunciation of American English. Letters of the alphabet, vowel and consonant sounds are covered. Special attention is given to “problem sounds” such as “r” and “l”. Pictures accompany words and time is given for the viewer’s practice. Intermediate to advanced. (120 minutes)

Crossroads Cafe 
VT 428.6 CRO
This series resembles a situation comedy about cultural contrasts in an American city. Actors portray cafe workers, their neighbors, and friends who come from many different countries. Each episode discusses topics related to United States culture, emphasizing some in a "word play" section. A cultural news section explains aspects of American society. A good choice for teachers, tutors, or more advanced students. (26 episodes on 13, 60-minute videocassettes)

Easy Accent
VT 428.34 EAS
The tape begins with a diagram of the head and throat showing all the parts involved in speaking. Each sound is demonstrated by a native speaker to show differences between the sound at the beginning, middle, and end of a word. A diagram shows the position of the teeth, tongue, and lips for the sounds. For the advanced student who needs help with pronouncing American English. (45 minutes)

Ready for Adult Phonics
VT 428.42 REA (4 volumes)
Although this video series was not designed for ESL, it can be used by intermediate to advanced students who have some familiarity with the alphabet. The presentation is simple and will help with both reading and pronouncing English. Most of the instruction is done with a slow and pleasant tone of voice. The vowels and consonants are spelled out and spoken. 

Basic English: ESL 
VT428.34 BAS (2 parts)
Professor William Jex uses chalkboard drawings, repetition, and gestures to teach basic concepts such as forms of the verb "to be". Oral practice and listening follow each lesson. Use of a dictionary is suggested. Some copies include a study guide. (2 videocassettes, 240 minutes)

Intermediate English: ESL
VT428.34 INT (2 parts)
Dr. Jex continues with 25 more English lessons, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. (2 videocassettes, 240 minutes)

Easy English
VT428.24 EAS (4 volumes)
Linda Lentini introduces common phrases and expressions through spoken and written exercises. A glossary of vocabulary and grammar is included. Titles include Understanding Basic Conversation, Meeting and Greeting, Using Numbers and Money, and Asking and Giving Directions, Addresses, and Phone Numbers. (4 videocassettes, each 50 minutes)

Hello America: A Video English Course
KT 428.6 HEL (12 volumes)
This popular series of twelve kits uses an entertaining TV newscast format. Workplace and other everyday situations are acted out, and an answer key and written script are included. Kits are labeled Beginner, Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced. (Each kit contains one videocassette, four audio cassettes, and one workbook, 140 pages)

Stage One: The Natural Approach to Speaking English
VT428 STA (12 volumes)
Mimes and artists introduce the viewer to sounds of American English. A script is included with each of the twelve video lessons, along with follow-up activities. Kit titles are Sports, Head and Shoulders, Food, Health, At Work, Colors, School, Clothes, Travel, Five Senses, House, and Directions. (Twelve videocassettes, each 30 minutes)

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