Stop Testing Listening: Teach It Instead!


Teachers often test listening without teaching learners *why* they missed information. This video proposes a simple tweak: after checking answers, use the transcript to pinpoint specific listening difficulties. Show learners new vocabulary, explain fast speech reductions (e.g., “going to” becoming “gonna”), highlight weak forms, or clarify accent-related issues. By replaying the problematic line with the transcript, learners understand *why* they couldn’t hear something. This quick method helps learners identify their specific listening hurdles (vocabulary, speed, accent) and transforms the task from merely testing into effectively teaching and developing listening skills.