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Description: Video clip produced for BBC News online, introducing the topic and explaining why the BBC shipping forecast is such an important part of the British consciousness.
Maritime English
Training Module: Deck Officers (Operational Level)

Occupational Standard: 3.The Deck Officer should be able to carry out successfully watch-keeping duties and routine procedures on board and in port as required by STCW 78 as amended.

Language Learning Outcome: 3.A The learner should be able to demonstrate the knowledge to execute successfully OOW duties and those related to navigation in all weather conditions
Author/Publisher: BBC
Guidelines: Material may be used as an introduction to the BBC shipping forecast and/or meteorological terminology. Classroom activity.
Length: 0:03 h
Time: 0:30 h
Close up: the Shipping Forecast

Additional resources
Worksheet designed for listening comprehension to accompany BBC “Close Up”. Author: associated MET institution.
Worksheet answer key designed for listening comprehension to accompany BBC “Close Up”. Author: associated MET institution.

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