As promised, this is the second part of the best YouTube channels to brush up your English, intermediate to advanced level edition. We're all still indoors most of the time and this indoors life just isn't helping most of us go forward in levelling up, if not maintaining our English level. It's not like coronavirus isn't enough to scare us, and now we also have the language zombie munching on our English brain day by day.
Today, I'm going to share to you some YouTube channels that'll be a good starting point for your self-study while you're still not able to meet with your teachers! These are all reviewed and approved by me and our friends from EF English, one of the leading English educators in the world. Let's get you started!
INTERMEDIATE:
1. English Class with EnglishClass101.com
Really. You have to type it together with the .com on YouTube. If you already have a general grasp of the English language and is stuck at some point, this channel is for you. Aside from English lessons on grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary, they also talk about practical tips on how to improve your studying style, and even the common mistakes you make in English you're unaware of. You could never go wrong with this channel! Click this link to watch one of their popular videos:https://youtu.be/FdSXtpNyktk
2. EF English International Language Campuses
EF English International Campuses' EF On The Go series is one of the most unique English learning channels you'll ever stumble upon. The catch with this channel is it's slightly different approach in learning English, in the sense that it takes you on a holiday (virtual, of course!) while learning English! Upon exploring the channel, you'll discover videos like Asia Shows Us Around Vancouver, Summer In New York, or Why The Netherlands Is So Good in English. The best part? They use english phrases and vocabulary during those holiday tours! Click this link to watch one of their popular videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gM4wBgiJ_Y
3. VOA English (Voice of America) English
VOA Learning English is a multimedia source on news and information for millions of English learners worldwide. VOA stands for Voice Of America, so for those who are inclined to listening and speaking American English, this is a very suitable channel for you. The channel focuses on Special English newscasts and features, all captioned, and narrated at a slower pace so you both could improve your skills and be informed at the same time. Topics range from sports, US and world news, health and lifestyle, science and technology, to arts and culture. They got you covered! Click this link to watch one of their popular videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pst9p-Gky8w
4. Ted Ed
Ted Ed videos are great. Period. Honestly, Ted Ed videos tackle academically weighty, if not very informative topics. I included it here because there's a wide spectrum of being in the intermediate level, in the sense that some are beginner intermediate, and some are upper intermediate nearing advanced. For students who belong to the latter side of the spectrum, these animated Ted Ed videos are for you. Ted Ed videos come with a complete lesson and can be found on the video descriptions. Click here to watch one of their popular videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJSiUm6jvI0&t=129s
ADVANCED LEVEL:
Actually, if you are an advanced learner or already native-like, the vastness of practice resources for you is just too huge that you get lost in it, or worse, disappoint you. If you are looking for channels that are both for advanced learners, practical, and explains well the nuances of native level speaking, then give these channels a visit.
1. Rachel's English
It is worth mentioning that Rachel is a professionally trained opera singer and an English pronunciation expert. If you want to practice speaking naturally like a native speaker does, then Rachel's English is worth visiting. She not only teaches on her own, but also invites other experts to discuss factors on how to sound more natural when speaking English, like stress, linking, reduction and contractions. Happy learning! Click this link to watch one of her popular videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKv4oc2zbeA
2. Business English Pod by 925 English
If you feel like your English level is enough for you to enter an international company, then you have to learn how English interviews are done, and also what happens inside your company if you happen to get the job. Business English Pod is probably one of the best self-paced learning specifically designed for business English on YouTube. It's organized, straightforward, and very practical. There are speaking drills, explanation of business terms and a lot of contextualization that are extremely helpful and useful in workplaces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk5rp4qCU8M
3. TED
TED is a global community, welcoming people from every discipline and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world. They are a clearinghouse of free knowledge from the world's most inspired thinkers and a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each other. There's no place on YouTube like TED if you want to get informed and practice listening skills. The speakers are diverse, catering world Englishes, and speak about literally almost everything. My recommendation is to turn on your YouTube's English caption. Click here to watch one of their popular videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY&t=77s
When you're done viewing these videos, tell me what you think by leaving a message on the comment section below! And always remember, there's always a room for improvement so keep working hard. Happy learning!
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