ESL lesson about tech giants
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Standard Lesson 60 min
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De-Google your life!

Technology

Step into the world of big tech! Students watch a video about a woman who tries to “de-Google” her life, discuss the challenges of finding alternative tools to Google’s and talk about the future of tech giants. They also practise vocabulary to talk about privacy and tech dependency.

speaking lesson about gardening
B1 / Intermediate
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Community gardening

Global Issues

Engage 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.

lesson on youth activism
B1 / Intermediate | B2 / Upper Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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The youth changing the world

Global Issues

With 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.

lesson about democracy
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Let’s talk about democracy

Global Issues

Spark critical discussions on democracy with this thought-provoking lesson! Students will analyze quotes, assess governance models, and explore modern democracies through an informative video.

C2 / Proficiency
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Greenwash or hogwash?

Business Global Issues

Jump into the intriguing world of environmental issues and sustainability with your students! This thought-provoking lesson is the chance for your students to practise advanced vocabulary and talk about the secrets of greenwashing.

legal vocabulary
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Suing the state

Global Issues

Explore the topic of lawsuits and trials with your students by discussing a specific case against a US state. Make them expand their legal vocabulary, watch a video, and engage in thought-provoking discussions.

adjectives to describe technology
B1 / Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Stay connected at all times

Technology

Whether your students like new technologies or not, this lesson will encourage them to share their opinions about wearable devices. They will watch an ad and a short interview, as well as read a short text to learn about cutting-edge technologies.

A2 / Pre‐Intermediate | B1 / Intermediate
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Teaching kids about tech

General Technology

Let students explore the topic of childhood and technology in this engaging lesson: recall the past, describe pictures, watch a video with tips, and share opinions. Parents or not, everyone will have something to say.

C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Social media addiction

Global Issues Lifestyle

Let your students assess the impact of social media and respond critically to a news report. The lesson fosters meaningful discussion!

C2 / Proficiency
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Underpopulation or overpopulation?

Global Issues

With this C2 worksheet, students learn and practise some advanced vocabulary, discuss over- and underpopulation and watch an informative video. 

talking about art
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Inclusivity in the art world

General Global Issues

This Speaking Class lesson lets students talk about art, inclusivity, and diversity through a variety of activities. Students watch and discuss a video, read a short text, answer questions, and brainstorm ideas. 

A2 / Pre‐Intermediate | B1 / Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Facts and myths about technology

Technology

This ESL lesson focuses on facts and myths about technology. Students learn some tech vocabulary, watch a video, discuss myths related to gadgets and do a quiz. 

talking about hypothetical situations
B1 / Intermediate | B2 / Upper Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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What if cars could fly? (hypothetical situations)

Grammar Technology

In this lesson students get a lot of practice with two videos and speaking tasks designed to help them master the use of Second Conditional.

speaking about upcycling
A2 / Pre‐Intermediate | B1 / Intermediate
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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From trash to treasure

Global Issues

The lesson includes a lot of activities that focus on speaking about upcycling, watching and discussing a video and brainstorming upcycling ideas. 

ESL speaking lesson about generative AI
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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Generative AI tools – worth the hype?

Business Technology

In this ESL speaking lesson about generative AI, students listen to an excerpt from a podcast and talk about generative AI applications and the implications of this technology for different professionals.

ESL worksheet about architecture
C1 / Advanced | C2 / Proficiency
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Architecture of the future

Technology

In this ESL worksheet about architecture, students watch a video about a hospital of the future, learn advanced vocabulary related to architecture and talk about architecture of the future. 

ESL lesson about AI
B1 / Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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What can AI do for you?

Technology

In this ESL lesson about AI, students watch a video, learn and practise collocations and discuss how to use ChatGPT for different tasks. 

lesson on fast fashion
B1 / Intermediate
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Let’s stop this monster!

Global Issues

This lesson on fast fashion includes a video and a variety of speaking activities to engage your students and enhance their vocabulary.

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