Summary
This downloadable PDF lesson plan is designed for B2-level ESL students to improve their skills and confidence in giving presentations. This English class material uses an audio listening exercise, practical vocabulary, and targeted grammar practice to teach students how to structure a talk, engage an audience, and deliver a message effectively.
This lesson helps intermediate students master the key elements of public speaking. Activities include a warm-up discussion about personal experiences, a listening comprehension task focused on presentation tips, and vocabulary exercises covering essential terms like "delivery" and "visual aids." Students will also practice using modal verbs for giving advice (e.g., should, must, could) and apply their new knowledge in a final speaking activity to solidify their learning.
Activities
- A warm-up discussion for students to share their personal experiences and challenges related to public speaking.
- A listening comprehension task where students listen to an audio recording of presentation tips and complete a fill-in-the-blanks exercise.
- A grammar focus on using modal verbs like should, must, and could for giving advice, complete with a multiple-choice quiz.
- Interactive vocabulary practice to learn key terms such as 'engage,' 'anticipate,' and 'lasting impression' through matching and gap-fill activities.
Vocabulary focus
The vocabulary section introduces essential terms for discussing and delivering presentations. Key words include "delivery," "engage," "visual aids," "anticipate," and "lasting impression." Students learn this vocabulary through matching definitions and using the words in contextual sentences to ensure comprehension.
Grammar focus
This lesson concentrates on modal verbs for giving advice, suggestions, and expressing obligation. The grammatical focus is on using "should," "must," "have to," and "could" correctly in the context of preparing for and giving professional presentations.
