Category: Global Issues
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Standard Lesson 75 min
Add to saved lessonsFinancial crimes
General Global IssuesIn this lesson, students practise vocabulary related to financial crimes and watch a video about money laundering. They also discuss real cases of financial fraud, read a film synopsis and talk about their personal opinions.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsRevitalized neighbourhoods or ghost towns?
Global IssuesWith this intriguing lesson, students explore the concept of ‘gentrification’ and its impacts. They explore and practise vocabulary related to the topic, watch a short video, analyse opinions and examine solutions for gentrification challenges.
Critical Reading Club 30 min / 45 min
Add to saved lessonsClimate change narratives
Global IssuesEngage students in important discussions about climate change with this lesson! After reading an article, they review key vocabulary, analyze different narratives and explore concepts such as climate justice, climate anxiety, and climate fatigue.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsFight for your (copy)rights!
Global Issues TechnologyWith this lesson, students master vocabulary and engage in dynamic discussions on AI and copyright. Students also work with authentic headlines, and enhance listening and interpretation skills with a news video.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsSave coral reefs!
Global Issues GrammarWith this lesson, students will dive into the different uses of ‘as’ in phrases and statements. They will also explore the realm of coral reefs and watch an inspiring informational video.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsLet’s talk about democracy
Global IssuesSpark critical discussions on democracy with this thought-provoking lesson! Students will analyze quotes, assess governance models, and explore modern democracies through an informative video.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsWhat are you glad to give?
General Global IssuesThis lesson sparks a discussion on the act of giving while practising using relevant collocations and phrases. Explore the profound theme of altruism and generosity through a video and texts that foster a deeper understanding of the impact of giving.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsSuing the state
Global IssuesExplore 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.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsHow does shopping make you feel?
Global Issues LifestyleAs shopping is part of everyone’s life, this speaking lesson on shopping addiction won’t leave your students indifferent. Discuss whether it is a serious problem, discover hacks on how to control it and dive into how instant gratification works.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsSocial media addiction
Global Issues LifestyleLet your students assess the impact of social media and respond critically to a news report. The lesson fosters meaningful discussion!
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsInclusivity in the art world
General Global IssuesThis 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.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsAgeing: embracing the inevitable
Global IssuesIn this ESL lesson on ageing students talk about different aspects of the life of senior citizens. Students discuss mental and physical health, learn about dementia villages by watching a video, and brainstorm ideas.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsFrom trash to treasure
Global IssuesThe lesson includes a lot of activities that focus on speaking about upcycling, watching and discussing a video and brainstorming upcycling ideas.
Speaking Class 45 min / 60 min
Add to saved lessonsOur relationship with nature
Global Issues LifestyleIn this environment conversation class, students talk about nature. They also watch a video and discuss ways to protect the environment.
Critical Reading Club 30 min
Add to saved lessonsRetrofitting – well worth the effort
Global IssuesIn this lesson, students talk about the concept of retrofitting and how it helps to achieve net-zero emissions. They also learn and practise some vocabulary from the article.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsDoes protest always lead to change?
Global IssuesThis lesson includes a lot of speaking practice. Students watch a video about what makes a protest successful and analyse some strategies.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsEarth is our only shareholder
Business Global IssuesIn this lesson, students learn and practise using compound adjectives. They also discuss corporate misconduct and watch a video about a founder who gave his company away to fight climate change.
Standard Lesson 60 min
Add to saved lessonsWe train just as hard!
Global Issues GrammarIn this lesson about sport, students compare different sports and learn and practise how to use the as… as grammar structure. They also watch a video and discuss statistics on male and female sport.
