Summary
This downloadable lesson plan for English teachers helps B1 students discuss career paths. This ESL class material explores the pros and cons of corporate life versus starting a business, enhancing vocabulary and speaking skills through engaging activities.
Activities
- A warm-up discussion where students share personal experiences with career choices and aspirations.
- A vocabulary matching task to introduce key business terms like 'entrepreneur', 'corporate ladder', and 'startup'.
- A listening exercise comparing different perspectives on corporate life versus starting a business, followed by comprehension questions.
- A grammar exercise focusing on infinitives of purpose and contrast connectors to express reasons and compare ideas.
- A SWOT analysis speaking task where students evaluate either a corporate or entrepreneurial career path.
- A structured role-play where students debate the merits of being an entrepreneur versus climbing the corporate ladder.
Transcript
I've always dreamed of being my own boss. The idea of setting my own hours and making all the decisions sounds very appealing.00:10 However, a corporate career offers stability and a clear path for advancement. You usually get good benefits and a regular salary. Starting a business means taking risks, especially financially. But the potential for greater personal satisfaction is huge. It's a tough choice, balancing security against independence.
Vocabulary focus
This lesson introduces essential vocabulary for discussing careers and business. Students will learn and practice terms such as "entrepreneur," "startup," "corporate ladder," "stability," "risk," "benefits," "independence," and "venture." These words are crucial for comparing the security of corporate employment with the challenges and rewards of starting your own business.
Grammar focus
The grammar section is split into two parts. First, students learn to use the infinitive of purpose (to + verb, in order to) to explain reasons and motivations. Second, they practice using connectors of contrast (however, whereas, on the one hand / on the other hand) to compare and contrast the different aspects of corporate life and entrepreneurship.
