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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.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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The fastest shoe in the world
Lifestyle TechnologyWith this speaking lesson, students talk about technology in sports, sports ethics and fairness and watch a video on a controversy involving Nike’s footwear in professional running. They also discuss regulatory measures in athletics and the future of technology in sports.
Flipped Lesson 60 min
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It’s such a lovely place! (so and such)
Grammar LifestyleWith this lesson, students talk about travel experiences, watch a short video about the capital city of Ghana and practise ‘so’ and ‘such’ structures. They also share their personal experiences and discuss the advantages of different travel options.
Critical Reading Club 30 min / 45 min
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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.
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Present Perfect activities
GrammarWith this lesson, students practise Present Perfect in various ways. They apply the tense to tell the news, discuss experiences and talk about life stories. Students also practise applying Present Perfect and Past Simple depending on the context.
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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
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The power of social media
LifestyleNavigate the territory of social media with this lesson! Students discuss the use of social media, watch a video about the feeling of FOMO (fear of missing out) and practise vocabulary to talk about the topic.
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Talking about people
GeneralIn the first lesson, students talk about people and personalities. In the second lesson, they delve into relationships and meeting people.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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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.
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Calm down and carry on! (phrasal verbs)
GeneralWith this lesson, students review and practise phrasal verbs. They create sentences, play “two truths and a lie” and complete phrasal verbs. They also develop endings to stories, create dialogues and complete statements to talk about their opinions and preferences.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
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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.
Standard Lesson 60 min
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I keep it for luck (prepositional phrases)
General GrammarStep into the world of prepositional phrases! Students talk about important objects, watch a promotional video, practise prepositional phrases and write short stories.
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Technology and the future
Grammar TechnologyIn the first lesson, students learn phrases to speculate about the future. Depending on your choice of the second lesson, students further practise the phrases while talking about smart lenses, robot chefs or ChatGPT.
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Expressing opinions (A2)
GeneralIn the first lesson, students learn language to express and ask for opinions. In the second lesson, they use the language extensively while talking about a topic of your choice.
Standard Lesson 60 min
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The things we want and the things we need (stative verbs)
General GrammarIn this lesson, students dive into the world of self-expression, watch an ad for a trading website and practise stative and active verbs. They also talk about their preferences and use the target vocabulary to describe people’s personalities.
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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.
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Practising Present Simple and Continuous
General LifestyleIn the first lesson, students revise Present Simple and Present Continuous. In the second lesson, they practise the tenses in speaking using different contexts.
Standard Lesson 60 min
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Spring is in the air
GeneralThis fun lesson contains various standalone activities that allow students to explore vocabulary to talk about spring, do a crossword puzzle and practise collocations with ‘green’. They can also discuss reasons for enjoying or disliking spring and practise phrasal verbs.