1. Lowers affective filter Increases fluency Increases enjoyment and participation Replaces controlled response Increases use of rhythm and intonation Uses current idioms, slang and phrases Increases speed of speech Practices pronunciation, emotions and cultural aspects of language

2.  Slow and clear enough to understand the words  Slow and clear enough to sing  Suitable language to teach  Past as well as current music  Presents a grammar, pronunciation or cultural point  Fun rhythms and intonation

3.  Explain the goal of teaching the song  Be prepared and plan the activities carefully  Use the song at an interval that is appropriate  Give background information about the singer  Show the “youtube” version of the song  Find the karaoke version of the song  Create activities: Fill-in, reorder words, create the lyrics to a next verse, give dictation, sing along, discussion the situation presented, role- play, write about the song