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ESL Murder Mystery - Detective Story
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ESL Murder Mystery - Detective Story

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Level: Intermediate Aim: Students learn 6 new words related to crime and practise using adverbs of certainty. Students work together in 2 murder mystery roleplays in which they need to piece together the evidence to catch the killers. Lesson Vocabulary: Crime Scene Evidence Murder weapon Witnesses Suspects Motive Lesson Grammar: It can’t be… It probably isn’t… It may/might/could be… It probably is… It definitely is…
ESL Pub quiz
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ESL Pub quiz

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Aim- to test and develop student’s general knowledge and introduce them to an aspect of British Culture - the pub quiz Firstly, students read about the origins of a pub quiz and learn how they work. (teams, a quiz-master, question rounds, a prize) Secondly, students work together in teams to compete in a pub quiz. The question rounds are: Geography, History, Music, Sport, Famous People, Maths
ESL Graffiti and Banksy
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ESL Graffiti and Banksy

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Level: Upper-intermediate (adult political themes) Aim: Students learn more about graffiti and the different motivations behind this illegal activity. Students read 3 brief newpaper reports about Banksy’s political graffiti. (Anti-immigration pigeons, Steve Jobs in the Calais refugee camp, French Embassy teargas incident) Students discuss the effectiveness of using street art to draw the media’s attention to politically sensitive topics.
ESL Memory Games Brain Training
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ESL Memory Games Brain Training

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Level: Lower-Upper Intermediate Aim: 1 Students learn about different memory techniques that can assist learning English (tips for remembering names, breaking a long word into smaller chunks, using mnemonics etc.) 2 Students practise training their brains by remembering information in different memory games (the name game, memorising numbers and words, spot the missing word review, pair picture descriptions)
ESL Island Survival Story Lesson
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ESL Island Survival Story Lesson

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Level: Lower intermediate - intermediate Aim: Students follow a survival story in which they land on a desert island. They must use problem solving skills and creativity to survive.
TOEFL Speaking questions 1 and 2
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TOEFL Speaking questions 1 and 2

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PowerPoint presentations for TOEFL Speaking questions 1 and 2. Lesson Aims: -To introduce the type of question (open ended vs closed questions) -To clarify the exam question timing (prep and speaking time) -To recommend a clear note taking strategy -To provide a clear structure for how to answer each question -To give a clear speaking frame with sentence starters for guidance -To give useful and relevant advice for answering each question -To offer a model question and high level example answer -To provide further example questions for extra practice
TOEFL Speaking Questions 1-6 PPTs and Practice Questions with Audio Files Bundle
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TOEFL Speaking Questions 1-6 PPTs and Practice Questions with Audio Files Bundle

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If you are teaching TOEFL Speaking, this lesson series is perfect for you. Included in the bundle are 6 complete PPT lessons (one for each TOEFL Speaking question) and more than 40 audio files to accompany the practice questions. Lesson Aims: -To introduce the type of question -To clarify the exam question timing (reading / listening/ preparation and speaking time) -To recommend a clear note taking strategy -To provide a clear structure for how to answer each question -To give a clear speaking frame with sentence starters for guidance -To give useful and relevant advice for answering each question -To offer a model question and high level example answer -To provide further example questions for extra practice -Questions 3-6 each come with 10 audio files to assist with the listening element in these questions. There are also teacher transcripts of these dialogues and monologues.
ESL Fortune Teller
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ESL Fortune Teller

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Aim: to practise speaking about the future and making predictions (In this lesson students begin by discussing fortune telling in their country. Then they will read a story about a fortune teller and answer comprehension questions. Following that, they will pretend to read each other’s fortunes using basic tarrot cards and palm reading.)
ESL Euphemisms
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ESL Euphemisms

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Aim: for students to understand when and how to use euphemisms Students discuss the reasons for using Euphemisms. Then students are introduced to many examples of euphemisms and must use them in writing and speaking activities.
ESL Business English Idioms
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ESL Business English Idioms

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Level: Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate Aim: Students play a game of “Balderdash” to learn different business idioms related to body parts. Then they complete a gap-fill and play Pictionary to practise using them. Idioms in this lesson: To keep an eye on something To put your foot in it To hand it to someone To ask for an arm and a leg To do a head count To be up to your neck in work To put your back into it To keep your nose clean To keep your ear to the ground To give your right arm for something
ESL Places in the City
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ESL Places in the City

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Level: Elementary Aim: Students learn/ review 15 words for places in a city then practise asking for and giving directions. Vocabulary in this lesson: Park School Café Hotel Cinema Train Station Police Station Supermarket Fire Station Bank Restaurant Post Office Pet Shop Hospital Book Shop Grammar in this lesson: The hotel is on 3rd Street. The hotel is opposite the restaurant. The café is next to the hotel. The hotel is between the café and the cinema. The school is behind the hotel. The café is at the corner of 1st Street and 3rd Street.
ESL Psychology Tests
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ESL Psychology Tests

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Level: Intermediate + Aim: Students learn about Psychology (the study of the mind and human behaviour) and psychology tests. Students try 4 psychology tests (The Rorschach Inkblot , The Stroop Effect, The Cube, A Personality Quiz) and work together with a partner while discussing them.
ESL Body Language
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ESL Body Language

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Level: Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate Aim: Students learn about the effectiveness of non-verbal communication and discuss examples of positive and negative body language in an interview. Then, they are presented with the research of a social scientist (Amy Cuddy - Ted Talk “Your body language shapes who you are”) and discuss how this knowledge about body language can be applied to their own lives. Body language examples: Leaning forward/back Crossed arms Smiling (Avoiding) Eye contact Fidgeting hands Nodding Handshakes High/Lower-power poses
ESL Business English Email Common Errors
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ESL Business English Email Common Errors

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Level: Upper Intermediate Aim: Students review common mistakes in useful email phrases. Activities: Email grammar auction, Gap-fill reading, proof-reading annotation activity, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Quiz.
TOEFL Speaking question 3 - Presentation and 10 Practice Questions with Audio Files
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TOEFL Speaking question 3 - Presentation and 10 Practice Questions with Audio Files

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TOEFL Speaking question 3 - Presentation and 10 Practice Questions with Audio Files Lesson aims: -To introduce the format of TOEFL speaking 3 (Integrated Question - Campus Notice Reading - Dialogue Listening) -To clarify the exam timing (reading / listening / preparation / speaking time) -To recommend a clear note taking strategy -To provide a clear structure for how to answer each question -To give a clear speaking frame with sentence starters for guidance -To give useful and relevant advice for answering each question -To offer a model question and high level example answer -To provide 10 example questions with audio files for listening for extra practice (There are also hidden slides which allow the teacher to view the audio transcripts for extra support while teaching this lesson)
Murder Mystery Party: Surplus / Side Character Booklets
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Murder Mystery Party: Surplus / Side Character Booklets

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There are three “side character” of staff roles, so that you can host an event with more than 12 guests. (However, these additional staff roles will not be suspects in the main storyline.) Also, there could be multiple staff members for each of the three categories, so your event could have more than 15 guests in theory. In this resource: -Hospitality Staff Booklet -Security Guard Booklet -Photographer Booklet -ID badges that can be used as props for the staff
Murder Mystery Party Event - L'Assassin du Louvre
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Murder Mystery Party Event - L'Assassin du Louvre

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THIS IS A MURDER MYSTERY PARTY FOR ADULTS NOT A LESSON FOR STUDENTS. This bundle provides all the resources you need to host the ultimate murder mystery party for your friends! Named “L’Assassin du Louvre” this dramatic roleplay party will transform your home into the grand opening of an art exhibition at the Louvre. With space for twelve of your friends on the VIP guest list of main characters and a storyline that lasts six scenes, it’s the perfect social event for anyone who loves a good mystery and an excuse to dress up. As the host/organizer, you’ll have everything you need to create a night to remember: Organizing / Set Up Instructions Booklet Master Script (to help you facilitate the evening) Themed Invitations 12 VIP Guest Booklets Evidence & Red Herrings Venue Decorations 3 Surplus/Side Character Roles (enables 15+ participants) Important Information to check before purchasing: -The plot runs over 6 scenes and usually takes 5 hours to complete -The structure of scenes is designed for a dinner party -There are three distinct locations, so you’ll need at least three rooms/spaces at your venue. -As the host, this event will require considerable preparation such as printing guest booklets/evidence, setting up an escape room and crime scene. (the set up instructions will guide you through the process) For photos, FAQs and support, find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lassassindulouvre This is a space where you can also share your photos with our community. It’s fun to see other people’s unique interpretations of the characters and the different ways in which hosts set up for the event.
ESL Animal Conservation
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ESL Animal Conservation

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This lesson series was developed for my National Geographic Educator Certification Program. To complete the program I had to make a video explanation of the lesson aims and outcomes. You can watch the video to get a sense of the lesson by clicking the NG Capstone project link. Aim: Students learn about Panda Conservation then take action to create posters that raise awareness about other mistreated animals in China. Panda Conservation Lesson 1- Pre-teach the conservation language (habitat, poacher, predator etc) 2- Reading tasks (transcript from a video) 3- Listening tasks (watch the video) 4- In depth comprehension questions about the reading and charts. 5- Discussion - Is the Panda safe from extinction? China’s Wildlife Protection Law Lesson 1- Introduce the situation of bear bile farms, tiger farms and shark finning 2- In groups, students do independent research and create posters 3- Students share what they’ve learned with each other
ESL Hobbies
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ESL Hobbies

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WARNING - This lesson is just an example of what you could teach about hobbies. It cannot be used exactly how it is. If you want to use this lesson, you will need to change many slides to personalise it about your own hobby. Aim: Students practise fluency in speaking and listening while giving a presentation about their main hobby and asking questions about their peer’s hobbies. The Lesson plan: 1 Students brainstorm as many hobbies as they can think of then discuss which ones they love/hate 2 The teacher gives a presentation about their own hobby (What, when, where, who, why, how) (These slides must be created on your own. I have uploaded my own example to give you an idea.) 3 Students then ask the teacher follow-up questions about their hobby. 4 Next students prepare to talk about their hobby. In small groups they take turns to present and ask further questions. 5 Finally, students discuss past and future hobbies.
ESL Picture Presentation Lesson (Preview)
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ESL Picture Presentation Lesson (Preview)

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This lesson aims to develop student public speaking skills, teamwork and fluency. Students must work together to create stories for each picture and tell them to the group. For more unique variations of this lesson, please see “ESL Picture Presentation Lessons”. /teaching-resource/esl-picture-presentation-lessons-11936776