Learning English with Bob the Canadian

Introduction

• Bob the Canadian introduces himself as a guide to learning English.
• Overview of an effective English learning plan for 2020.

Requirements for the Plan

• Time Commitment:
  • One hour a day, Monday through Friday.
  • If limited, at least 30 minutes can be used.
• Materials Needed:
  • Notebook and pen.
  • Choose an English song, book, and television show.
  • Internet connection.

Learning Components

• Balance time across five areas: reading, writing, listening, speaking, and vocabulary.

Weekly Plan

Monday: Reading Focus

• Spend 30-40 minutes reading:
  • Read chosen book (consider alternating with your own language).
  • Read news articles in English.
  • Use Simple Wikipedia for simplified articles.
• Write new vocabulary in the notebook with definitions.
• Additional tasks:
  • Read part of the book aloud for speaking practice.
  • Write passages from the book for writing practice.
  • Listen to the audiobook version if available.

Tuesday: Writing Focus

• Spend 30-40 minutes writing:
  • Write five things done the previous day (past tense practice).
  • Write five things planned for the next day (future tense practice).
  • Leave comments on YouTube videos.
  • Write likes/dislikes about the book.
  • Summarize the book in 5-10 sentences.
• Additional tasks:
  • Review written work for reading practice.
  • Use Google Translate for pronunciation practice.
  • Continue building vocabulary in notebook.

Wednesday: Listening Focus

• Spend the hour listening:
  • Watch chosen television show in English.
  • Listen to the chosen song multiple times.
  • Watch YouTube videos in English.
  • Listen to audiobook chapters if available.
• Additional tasks:
  • Write about the show or summarize the song.
  • Mimic actors to improve accent.
  • Sing along to the song for speaking practice.

Thursday: Speaking Focus

• Spend 30-40 minutes speaking:
  • Consider hiring an English tutor via services like Preply, Cambly, or iTalki.
  • Discuss the television show and book during conversations.
• If hiring a tutor isn’t feasible:
  • Practice speaking out loud to yourself.
  • Narrate your daily activities.
• Additional tasks:
  • Continue singing or reading aloud for speaking practice.

Friday: Vocabulary Focus

• Revise and practice new vocabulary:
  • Read through vocabulary list, say them out loud, and use them in sentences.
  • Utilize Quizlet or flashcards for memorization.

Weekend Activities

• Find a new song for the coming week.
• Get a new English book to read.
• Choose a new television show to watch.
• Consider taking a break for mental refreshment.

Conclusion

• The plan is designed to structure English learning throughout the week.
• Bob encourages viewers to subscribe and hopes they benefit from the plan.