Television as a resource for learning is sometimes criticised, as many claim that it takes time away from other activities that are considered more educational, such as reading or interactive play. However, television can help children learn a new language. In countries where the programs are broadcast in their original version, English proficiency is higher than in those where dubbing is the norm.
Children’s television programmes are created for audiences with a lower vocabulary and a rudimentary understanding of the language. Much of the learning is done visually, and new vocabulary is usually introduced with some form of visual display. This allows us to begin learning a language without translating in our head. When we are learning a new language it is best to not just translate, but instead to learn how to think in the foreign language.
What you need is to train yourself to understand and speak the language as it’s used in the real world. The best way to do this is by chatting to native speakers. But finding native speakers to practice with is not always easy.
Luckily, there’s another simple and fun way; and it’s already on your TV.
Foreign-language TV series and films are tools that can help you bridge the gap between learning material and how people actually talk in real life.
To learn, you have to understand first. Once you get to a high level where you can understand what the characters are saying, you can learn a lot from just sitting back and listening.
Children’s television programmes are created for audiences with a lower vocabulary and a rudimentary understanding of the language. Much of the learning is done visually, and new vocabulary is usually introduced with some form of visual display. This allows us to begin learning a language without translating in our head. When we are learning a new language it is best to not just translate, but instead to learn how to think in the foreign language.
What you need is to train yourself to understand and speak the language as it’s used in the real world. The best way to do this is by chatting to native speakers. But finding native speakers to practice with is not always easy.
Luckily, there’s another simple and fun way; and it’s already on your TV.
Foreign-language TV series and films are tools that can help you bridge the gap between learning material and how people actually talk in real life.
To learn, you have to understand first. Once you get to a high level where you can understand what the characters are saying, you can learn a lot from just sitting back and listening.
But if you want to learn a language this way, it’s important to do activities that’ll help you understand the dialogues.
Five smart ways to learn languages by watching TV are:
- Writing what you hear
- Translating it
- Getting into character
- Talking about it
- Just enjoying it
Some tips and techniques for parents are:
- Use the programmes as a source of inspiration
- Television should not be used as "aparcaniños"
- Choose the programmes
- Be enthusiastic and show that you are also interested in English.
- Review the words that are repeated in the programmes.
Watching television with your child is an opportunity to help you learn a language while having fun. By showing a sincere interest and a positive attitude you will teach them that a foreign language is important to you. Television should not be a substitute for books or interactive games, but must be used sparingly as another resource to strengthen the language.
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