Summary
This ESL lesson plan helps B2-level English students master the art of negotiation by focusing on conditional sentences for making proposals, setting conditions, and finding compromises. This English class material uses an audio listening exercise, practical vocabulary, and role-play scenarios to teach students how to negotiate effectively in both professional and personal situations.
This lesson guides students through the language needed for successful negotiation. Activities include a warm-up discussion on compromise, a vocabulary matching task with key terms like 'leverage' and 'concession,' and a listening comprehension exercise.
Students will focus on using Type 1 and Type 2 conditionals to explore possibilities and state conditions. They will then apply these skills in realistic role-play scenarios, providing them with practical tools for reaching win-win agreements.
Activities
- A warm-up discussion where students share their experiences with negotiation, setting the context for the lesson's practical focus.
- A listening comprehension and vocabulary matching exercise to introduce key negotiation terms such as 'compromise,' 'concession,' and 'stalemate.'
- A grammar practice section focusing on Type 1 and Type 2 conditionals, as well as alternatives like 'unless' and 'provided that,' to help students frame offers and conditions.
- Guided role-play scenarios involving common negotiation situations, such as salary discussions and supplier agreements, allowing students to apply new phrases and grammar in a practical context.
Vocabulary focus
The vocabulary section introduces essential terms for negotiation. Key words include "leverage," "stalemate," "concession," "compromise," "terms," and "negotiate." Students learn to define and use this vocabulary to discuss the dynamics of reaching an agreement.
Grammar focus
This lesson concentrates on conditional sentences for negotiation. It covers the structure and use of Type 1 conditionals for real possibilities (e.g., "If you increase the order, we'll offer a discount") and Type 2 conditionals for hypothetical situations (e.g., "If we adjusted the schedule, we could meet your budget"). It also includes alternatives like "unless," "provided that," and "as long as" to set clear conditions.
