Monday, February 8, 2010

Health: Now, an Update on Those New Year's Resolutions

VOANews: Health: Now, an Update on Those New Year's Resolutions

This is the VOA Special English Health Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com/

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Lesson 4c (continued) - L - English Pronunciation



JenniferESL: Lesson 4c (continued) - L - English Pronunciation

Topic: /l/ in the final position. Level: All levels, though some vocabulary in the explanations and exercises will challenge beginners.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Some US Students Learn Mandarin With China's Help

VOANews: Some US Students Learn Mandarin With China's Help

The Confucius Classroom program is offered in more than 50 American schools and universities, and almost 40 countries worldwide.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Lesson 4c - L - English Pronunciation

JenniferESL: Lesson 4c - L - English Pronunciation

Topic: /l/ in the final position. Level: All levels, though some vocabulary in the explanations and exercises will challenge beginners.

Monday, February 1, 2010

CT Scan Radiation Draws more Concern



VOAVideo: CT Scan Radiation Draws more Concern

Doctors use x-rays to view internal organs, obtain clear images of possible disease and to treat cancer. For years radiation has been used to save lives, but there is growing concern that some patients are getting more than they ask for when they undergo what's called a CT (Computed Tomography) scan. Research has shown that exposure to radiation can cause cancer. VOA's Melinda Smith has details on recent studies that raise doubts about the safety of CT Scans.

Sunday, January 31, 2010

ESL Podcast 551 – Scheduling a Medical Appointment

ESL Podcast 551 – Scheduling a Medical Appointment

Learn how to make an appointment to see the doctor in English in this episode. Download Podcast

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Lesson 4b (continued) - L - English Pronunciation


JenniferESL: Lesson 4b (continued) - L - English Pronunciation

This is a continuation of Lesson 4b. Topic: /l/ in the middle position. Level: All levels, though some vocabulary in the explanations and exercises will challenge beginners.