“THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW” AS A SOURCE OF AUTHENTIC LISTENING MATERIALS FOR ESL LESSONS

This article examines use of authentic audio materials in improving listening skills of students who learn English as a second language. As a content source fragments of American talk-show called "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" are applied. Author considers the advantages of an authentic audio material in comparison with the adapted ones. Also the article provides examples of exercises possible for applying on the lessons which include "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" videos in the plan.