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B1

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B2

Everyday English

Gamification and motivation in everyday life

Gamification and motivation in everyday life

B1
B1

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the modern concept of gamification and its role in motivation. This ESL class material provides engaging activities for students to discuss how making tasks into games can improve productivity and build good habits.

Culture

Psychology

Business

C1

B2

Everyday English

The psychology of conspiracy theories

The psychology of conspiracy theories

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the fascinating topic of why people believe in conspiracy theories. Based on a video about the psychology of belief, this ESL class material provides a complete lesson to develop students' critical thinking and language skills.

Culture

Psychology

Business

C1

B2

Everyday English

Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences

Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the intriguing phenomenon of ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) and vocabulary describing sounds.

Culture

Psychology

B1

General

B2

The history of pink

The history of pink

B1
B1

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the fascinating history of the color pink and its changing cultural associations. Students will practice the past simple tense and sequencing words while discussing fashion, history, and gender roles based on a short video.

Culture

Psychology

Business

B1

General

Lifestyle

B2

Bucket lists and life goals

Bucket lists and life goals

B1
B1

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers helps students discuss their life goals and aspirations. This ESL class material uses a video and engaging activities to teach vocabulary and grammar for talking about dreams.

Psychology

C1

General

Lifestyle

B2

Work

Lying and deception

Lying and deception

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the complex topics of lying and deception. This ESL class material uses a fascinating video on linguistic lie detection to improve students' critical thinking and communication skills.

Culture

Free

Psychology

Lifestyle

B2

Everyday English

Hobbies and productivity culture

Hobbies and productivity culture

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for ESL teachers explores the modern conflict between enjoying hobbies and the pressures of productivity culture. This English class material helps students discuss their own leisure experiences while practicing key vocabulary and grammar for describing them.

Culture

Psychology

Business

C1

B2

Work

Travel

Tipping culture in America

Tipping culture in America

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers offers a deep dive into the complex topic of tipping culture in America. The ESL class material uses a Vox video to explore the historical roots, economic pressures, and psychological factors that shape modern tipping customs.

Free

Psychology

Business

Work

Welcome to the team: Mastering employee onboarding

Welcome to the team: Mastering employee onboarding

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for B2 ESL students offers comprehensive English class material on employee onboarding. The lesson helps learners master business English vocabulary and grammar relevant to integrating new team members effectively.

Psychology

Business

Lifestyle

B2

Everyday English

Work

Productivity tools: Help or hindrance?

Productivity tools: Help or hindrance?

B2
B2

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers explores the debate around productivity tools. Students will discuss their habits, learn key vocabulary, and analyze whether modern productivity systems are truly helpful or just a distraction, using ESL class material designed for engaging discussion.

Culture

Grammar

Psychology

General

B2

When do we become adults - Brain science and passive voice

When do we become adults - Brain science and passive voice

B2
B2

This lesson explores the scientific definition of adulthood, focusing on brain development from adolescence into the twenties. Students will also learn and practice using various forms of the passive voice, particularly in academic and scientific contexts related to the topic.

Psychology

Lifestyle

B2

Work

The hybrid work challenge

The hybrid work challenge

B2
B2

This lesson explores the complexities of hybrid work arrangements in the modern workplace. Students will discuss personal experiences, analyze key challenges, and learn relevant business vocabulary.

Psychology

Business

B1

Work

Brainstorming techniques for creative teams

Brainstorming techniques for creative teams

B1
B1

This lesson introduces various brainstorming techniques to enhance creativity within teams. Participants will learn essential strategies for preparing, facilitating, and actively engaging in productive brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas.

Technology

Free

Psychology

B2

Work

The 80/20 rule: The secret to working smarter

The 80/20 rule: The secret to working smarter

B2
B2

This lesson introduces the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle. Students will learn how to apply this concept to improve productivity in various aspects of life and business.

Technology

Psychology

B2

Work

Dark patterns – The tricks websites use to make you click

Dark patterns – The tricks websites use to make you click

B2
B2

This lesson explores "dark patterns", deceptive design tactics websites use to influence user behavior. Students will learn to identify these tricks and understand their impact on online experiences.

Psychology

Business

B2

Work

The IKEA effect: The psychology of building your own furniture

The IKEA effect: The psychology of building your own furniture

B2
B2

This lesson explores the IKEA effect and IKEA's unique business model. Students will learn how putting effort into building something increases its perceived value, while also examining IKEA's strategies for success.

Culture

Psychology

General

B2

The science of what makes things cute

The science of what makes things cute

B2
B2

This B2 lesson explores the fascinating science behind what humans perceive as cute, delving into evolutionary psychology and the "baby schema." Students will enhance their scientific vocabulary and practice using the passive voice and complex sentences to discuss these concepts.

Culture

Grammar

Psychology

General

Lifestyle

B2

LOL: How internet slang changed our language

LOL: How internet slang changed our language

B2
B2

This B2 lesson explores the fascinating evolution of internet slang, from acronyms to memes, and its impact on modern communication. Students will expand their vocabulary related to digital language and practice using the passive voice to discuss cultural trends.

Technology

Psychology

B1

Everyday English

Work

Staying safe from online scams

Staying safe from online scams

B1
B1

This B1 lesson helps students understand and protect themselves from various online scams. Learners will develop vocabulary related to digital fraud, analyze scam messages, and practice giving essential safety advice.

Culture

Grammar

Psychology

B2

Everyday English

Correcting common grammar mistakes

Correcting common grammar mistakes

B2
B2

This lesson helps B2 learners identify and correct frequent English grammar mistakes. Students will practice recognizing errors related to agreement, pronouns, sentence structure, and more, enhancing their grammatical accuracy.

Psychology

Business

General

Lifestyle

B2

Work

Building and projecting confidence

Building and projecting confidence

B2
B2

This lesson helps B2 learners understand the multifaceted nature of confidence and how to actively build it. Students will explore practical techniques for projecting self-assurance through communication, body language, and mindset shifts.

Psychology

Business

General

B2

Work

The art of better arguments

The art of better arguments

B2
B2

This B2 lesson explores the principles of constructive argumentation, helping students understand and improve how they engage in disagreements. Students will learn to identify barriers to effective communication and apply strategies for more productive discussions.

Technology

Psychology

Lifestyle

B2

Work

Finding your focus in a world of distraction

Finding your focus in a world of distraction

B2
B2

This B2 lesson explores the concept of the "flow state" and strategies to enhance focus amidst modern distractions. Students will learn vocabulary related to concentration and productivity, and practice discussing these topics.

Psychology

B1

General

Everyday English

Work

Avoiding miscommunication

Avoiding miscommunication

B1
B1

This lesson helps B1 English learners understand and prevent miscommunication.

Psychology

General

B2

Work

Understanding imposter syndrome

Understanding imposter syndrome

B2
B2

This B2 lesson explores imposter syndrome, helping students understand this common psychological phenomenon.

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