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Standard Lesson 60 min
Journalism and the news
Global IssuesWith this engaging lesson, students talk about journalism and news. They practise vocabulary about the topic, watch a video about journalism, discuss the challenges of being a journalist and read authentic stories about journalistic cases.
Critical Reading Club 30 min / 45 min
A ban on cigarettes
Global IssuesWith this lesson, students talk about bans and prohibitions. After reading an article, they discuss smoking and vaping. They also talk about trends and practise using adjectives.
3 lessons
Talking about money and finances
Business GeneralThroughout the set students get the chance to use vocabulary related to money and finance in various discussions.
Standard Lesson 60 min
All for one and one for all
BusinessWith this lesson, students engage in the exploration of teamwork. They discuss the importance of teamwork, explore vocabulary to talk about the topic, watch a video and discuss useful tips about how to create better teams.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Changing careers
BusinessWith this speaking lesson, students navigate the territory of career changes. They discuss job market trends, as well as benefits and challenges of transitioning careers. They also talk about important skills and watch a video about a woman who changed careers.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Community gardening
Global IssuesEngage in the exploration of gardening with this lesson! Students review vocabulary, talk about their experiences and watch a video on community gardens. They also elaborate on how they would create a community garden and discuss different ideas for city agriculture.
2 lessons
Discussing how business works
BusinessThis lesson set lets students work on their Business English and provides useful vocabulary as well as plenty of activities to practise it.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Prioritizing and to-do lists
Business LifestyleWith this insightful lesson, students practise vocabulary to talk about priorities, watch an explainer video about the Eisenhower Matrix and discuss time management. They also give advice on how to organize tasks.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
How to deal with misunderstandings
Business GeneralWith this speaking lesson, students discuss situations that might cause misunderstandings, watch a short and funny ad and analyse tips on how to avoid miscommunication.
2 lessons
Phone communication skills
BusinessThe lessons in the set cover the topics related to phone communication. In the first lesson students talk about things one should and shouldn’t do when on a business phone call, and in the second lesson they practise phone conversations and talk about challenges of talking on the phone.
Standard Lesson 60 min
The youth changing the world
Global IssuesWith this highly relevant lesson, students discuss youth activism, examine different causes and practise vocabulary related to the topic. They also watch and discuss a video about Malala Yousafzai and reflect on the impact of youth involvement in social causes.
Standard Lesson 60 min
As you can see in the slide (giving presentations)
BusinessStep into the world of presentations with this handy lesson! Students explore vocabulary for structuring presentations, read the text of a presentation and watch a video on how to communicate ideas clearly.
2 lessons
Meeting people
Business GeneralUse this lesson set with your new students. First, students talk about the first week at a new job and about first impressions. Then, you can practise starting and maintaining conversations or talk about being good listeners and practise asking follow-up questions.
Standard Lesson 60 min
As per my last email…
BusinessDive into the intriguing world of emailing and talk about what annoys people the most. With this lesson, students expand their vocabulary, express irritation, and analyze real-life situations.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Is a degree worth it?
Business GeneralEngage your students in a discussion on the ins and outs of higher education. Explore education and career-related vocabulary and work on comprehension skills by watching a news report on the job market.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Dress code: formal or casual?
BusinessGet your students talking about dress code! They watch a video and read a text about office attire, and learn vocabulary to share their views on past and current dress code rules.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Talking about leaders
BusinessStudents talk about good and bad leadership, watch an explainer video and share their experiences. Let them explain why they’d rather be a good leader or have a good leader.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Being a successful entrepreneur
BusinessStudents immerse in the world of entrepreneurship: they generate questions, watch an explainer video, read inspiring success stories, describe pictures and answer thought-provoking questions.