Self-Study Lessons
Choose a lesson below to practice listening to English speakers, build your vocabulary and learn natural expressions.
Intermediate
1.21 Gigawatts - Back to the Future
With Marty's (Michael J. Fox) future knowledge of a storm, he and Doc (Christopher Lloyd) concoct a plan to harness 1.21 gigawatts for the DeLorean.
Advanced
How An Iconic DC Restaurant Is Dealing With Inflation
The iconic Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, D.C. is feeling the pain of inflation along with the rest of the country.
Advanced
How to practice effectively...for just about anything
Mastering any physical skill takes practice.
Advanced
How Is Your Phone Changing You?
Should you be worried about your cellphone?
Intermediate
How jellyfish can help the world
Scientists are using jellyfish to help solve the problems of microplastics, drugs and food.
Intermediate
Meals on Wheels
Learn about the charity group, Meals on Wheels with Thai international student, Bhoom.
Intermediate
The world's fanciest McDonald's
CNBC's Uptin Saiidi tests out McDonald's Next, a new concept in Hong Kong.
Advanced
Surfing in South Africa for a better life
Children in Cape Town are learning to surf to improve their lives.
Elementary
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Charlie finds the Golden Ticket in the 1971 movie, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
Elementary
Using the sun to fight food waste
In India, solar dryers are stopping food waste and giving people jobs.
Intermediate
The surprising history of sneakers
Sneakers have had a big impact on our society.
Elementary
The real-life RoboCop
Police say this robot is helping reduce crime in an area in L.A.