​Introducing Ascentis' ground-breaking listening resources!

At Ascentis, we understand that mastering English means more than just learning grammar and vocabulary, it's about understanding real people, in real contexts, with real accents.

That's why we're excited to introduce our Entry Level 1, 2 3 and Level 1 resources, designed to reflect the diversity of spoken English across the UK and beyond. These resources feature tutor guidance, learner workbooks and professionally-recorded audios in a range of regional accents, preparing your learners to navigate everyday English in the real world with confidence.

Our ESOL listening resources: 

 ⭐ Support teaching & learning - Tutor and learner resources provide a range of audios and materials based around everyday contexts to support teaching and learning in the development of listening skills.

 ⭐ Foster effective communication - Regional accents are a significant part of everyday speech and being exposed to them greatly enhances communication with native English speakers from across the UK.

 ⭐ Help learners to develop cultural understandings - Understanding different accents can help learners understand regional identities and cultural nuances.

 ⭐ Prepare learners for academic and professional success - A strong grasp of regional accents is crucial for thriving in academic settings, job interviews and professional interactions.

 ⭐ Inspire confidence and integration - Being able to understand and interact with native speakers with a range of accents can boost learners' confidence and help them with everyday interactions.

If you would like to learn more about our cutting-edge listening resources click here or arrange a meeting with one of our qualifications experts today!
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