ESL lesson plans for busy English teachers
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Energy and execution: The science of decision making
Explore the science of decision-making, learn to manage mental energy, and master advanced conditionals to reflect on choices and improve future outcomes.
How to read charts and discuss data
Master the language to confidently read charts, discuss data, and present trends using advanced vocabulary and future tenses, perfect for business contexts.
Are expensive clothes worth it?
Explore the true cost of clothing, from designer labels to fast fashion, and learn how to weigh up the pros and cons of an expensive purchase.
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Would you use an AI therapist?
Explore the ethical dilemmas and potential benefits of AI therapists, discussing how technology might reshape mental health support.
Can AI actually help you learn?
Explore the complex role of AI in education, learning to discuss its benefits and drawbacks with nuanced vocabulary and grammar.
Understanding the "maxxing" trend
Explore the 'maxxing' trend, discussing self-optimization and the pursuit of perfection while mastering the causative and practical phrases for lifestyle conversations.
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Energy and execution: The science of decision making
Explore the science of decision-making, learn to manage mental energy, and master advanced conditionals to reflect on choices and improve future outcomes.
Are expensive clothes worth it?
Explore the true cost of clothing, from designer labels to fast fashion, and learn how to weigh up the pros and cons of an expensive purchase.
How to fight distractions
Discover effective strategies to fight distractions and boost your productivity, learning practical English phrases and grammar to discuss focus challenges.
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How to read charts and discuss data
Master the language to confidently read charts, discuss data, and present trends using advanced vocabulary and future tenses, perfect for business contexts.
Why Pizza Hut failed in the US but won in China
Discover why Pizza Hut's strategy succeeded in China but faltered in the US, and learn key business English for discussing global market dynamics.
Game over? The rise and fall of Xbox Game Pass
Analyse the strategic decisions behind Xbox Game Pass's journey, mastering advanced business vocabulary and grammar to discuss market trends and past corporate choices.