Listen and Respond
Task One Focusing on the Main Ideas
Choose the best answer to complete each of the following statements according to the information contained in the listening passage.
1) Online learning is good in that ________.
A) it is easy to conduct B) it is convenient and flexible
C) it provides more degrees D) it teaches more skills
2) Before you start online learning, you should know the following EXCEPT ________.
A) what skills you need
B) where to find a course or program
C) when the course starts and who will teach you
D) what type of course delivery format will work best for you
3) You are ready to start online learning once you feel confident about your ________.
A) course delivery methods B) reading comprehension
C) writing techniques D) technical skills
4) You can search for course providers on the Internet by ________.
A) using search engines B) typing your questions
C) entering the right password D) making Internet phone calls
5) The passage is mainly about ________.
A) the benefits of online learning
B) the importance of online learning
C) the ways of conducting online learning
D) the reasons why online learning is convenient
Task Two Zooming In on the Details
Listen to the recording again and fill in the blanks according to what you have heard.
1) Online learning is a new way to earn your degree or master new skills .
2) You must have the basic computer skills. At the very minimum , you should be able to send and receive email comfortably, search the Internet, and type reasonably fast and accurately .
3) Perhaps the best way to find the right online course format is to consider your education needs and learning style .