B2

An upper intermediate learner who can understand the main ideas of complex text, including technical discussions in their field. They can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity, making regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. They can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint by giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

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Health science: Is exercise the best way to lose weight?
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Health science: Is exercise the best way to lose weight?

This lesson explores the scientific understanding that exercise alone is often ineffective for weight loss, emphasizing the primary role of diet and basal metabolism. It debunks common misconceptions about energy expenditure and introduces the concept of compensatory behaviors.

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Culinary history: The global journey of dumplings
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Culinary history: The global journey of dumplings

Explore the fascinating global history of dumplings, tracing their journey from ancient origins to diverse culinary adaptations worldwide. This lesson covers listening, vocabulary, and grammar focusing on the Past Simple Passive.

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Sustainability: The high cost of fast fashion
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Sustainability: The high cost of fast fashion

This lesson explores the environmental and social impact of fast fashion. It delves into the concept of sustainability within the fashion industry and encourages discussion on consumer choices and corporate responsibilities.

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Math in real life: How math guides our ships at sea
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Math in real life: How math guides our ships at sea

This lesson explores the historical use of mathematics in navigation, particularly focusing on how early sailors found their way at sea. It covers key inventions like sextants and accurate timepieces, and the mathematical concepts like logarithms that made modern navigation possi

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Fibonacci numbers: The multiplying rabbits riddle
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Fibonacci numbers: The multiplying rabbits riddle

This lesson explores Fibonacci numbers through a riddle about multiplying nano-rabbits, focusing on exponential growth and problem-solving. It also delves into related concepts like the Golden Ratio and conditional sentences.

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History: How much do you really know about Ancient Rome?
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History: How much do you really know about Ancient Rome?

This lesson challenges your knowledge of Ancient Rome through a video quiz, introduces key vocabulary, and focuses on the Past Simple Passive. Explore fascinating historical facts while improving your English grammar and comprehension.

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Understanding imposter syndrome
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Understanding imposter syndrome

This lesson explores imposter syndrome, an unwarranted sense of insecurity, through a video, vocabulary, and grammar exercises. Learn to combat feelings of fraudulence and discuss past achievements using modals of deduction.

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Creative writing: become a slam poet in five steps
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Creative writing: become a slam poet in five steps

This lesson guides B2 learners through the exciting world of slam poetry, covering creative writing techniques and essential English skills. Students will practice listening, expand their vocabulary related to performance poetry, and master reported speech.

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Food history: the dark history of Graham crackers
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Food history: the dark history of Graham crackers

Explore the surprising origins of Graham crackers, rooted in a 19th-century minister's moral and health movement. Discover how early dietary beliefs influenced this common snack.

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Health: why daylight is the secret to great sleep
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Health: why daylight is the secret to great sleep

This lesson explores how exposure to natural daylight is crucial for regulating our sleep-wake cycles and improving overall sleep quality. Discover the science behind our body's internal clock and learn practical tips for better sleep hygiene.

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Design basics: what is graphic design?
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Design basics: what is graphic design?

This lesson introduces graphic design, exploring its definition, importance, and various facets through a video and interactive exercises. It also focuses on key vocabulary and the use of gerunds and infinitives in English.

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Renting an apartment
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Renting an apartment

This lesson provides comprehensive English practice for renting an apartment, covering essential vocabulary, grammar points like modals of obligation and reported speech, and practical role-play scenarios. Learners will enhance their listening, reading, and speaking skills relate

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Riddle: can you solve the computer virus riddle?
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Riddle: can you solve the computer virus riddle?

This lesson challenges you to solve a complex computer virus riddle using logic and binary code. It also provides comprehensive exercises on key vocabulary and conditional sentences (Type 1 & 2).

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Literature: what makes a hero?
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Literature: what makes a hero?

This lesson explores the concept of the "Hero's Journey" from literature and real life. It covers key vocabulary, narrative tenses, and idioms related to facing challenges and personal growth.

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Neuroscience: how to get that song out of your head
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Neuroscience: how to get that song out of your head

Learn how neuroscience explains earworms and discover scientific methods, like chewing gum, to get a song unstuck from your head. This lesson also practices key vocabulary and the Present Simple Passive.

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Public speaking: how to communicate clearly
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Public speaking: how to communicate clearly

This lesson focuses on effective public speaking, covering the importance of a clear "throughline" and key communication elements. You'll practice using modal verbs to give advice and express obligation in presentations.

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Conditional sentences for negotiating compromises
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Conditional sentences for negotiating compromises

This lesson focuses on mastering conditional sentences and essential vocabulary to negotiate compromises effectively. It includes listening and reading exercises, grammar explanations, and practical phrases for various negotiation scenarios.

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Wish and regret structures for reflective discussions
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Wish and regret structures for reflective discussions

This lesson focuses on mastering wish and regret structures in English for B2 level learners. It provides practical exercises to help users reflect on past decisions and discuss professional experiences effectively.

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Emphasis structures for persuasive communication
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Emphasis structures for persuasive communication

This lesson focuses on mastering emphasis structures like clefts, inversion, and fronting to enhance persuasive communication. Learn how to make your speeches and presentations more impactful and memorable in professional settings.

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Third conditional for reflecting on missed opportunities
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Third conditional for reflecting on missed opportunities

This lesson focuses on the Third Conditional, helping you reflect on hypothetical past situations and their unchangeable results. It includes listening, vocabulary, reading, and speaking exercises to enhance your understanding and use of this crucial grammar point.

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Cause and effect language for problem solving
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Cause and effect language for problem solving

This lesson focuses on mastering cause and effect language essential for effective problem-solving. Learners will practice identifying root causes and consequences through listening, vocabulary, and grammar exercises.

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Modals of deduction for making inferences
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Modals of deduction for making inferences

This lesson focuses on using modals of deduction (must, can't, might, may, could) to make inferences about present and past situations. Learners will practice applying these grammar structures through listening, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and practical business scenarios.

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Leading a brainstorming session and building on ideas
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Leading a brainstorming session and building on ideas

This lesson focuses on effectively leading brainstorming sessions and building on ideas. Learn key vocabulary, grammar for suggestions, and useful phrases to encourage participation and generate innovative solutions.

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How caffeine and alcohol affect your sleep
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How caffeine and alcohol affect your sleep

This lesson examines the surprising impacts of caffeine and alcohol on your sleep patterns and quality. Learn new vocabulary and practice using causative verbs to discuss making informed choices for better rest.

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Understanding US trade tariffs and economic policy
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Understanding US trade tariffs and economic policy

This lesson explores US trade tariffs and economic policy through a listening exercise and practical vocabulary. It also provides grammar practice on the Past Simple Passive and discussions on economic outlook.

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Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences
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Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences

This lesson explores Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR), its calming effects, and the sensory experiences it involves. It includes listening exercises, vocabulary building, and a focus on conditional sentences (Type 1 and 2).

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The art of better arguments
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The art of better arguments

This lesson explores how to improve conflict resolution skills through listening, vocabulary, grammar, and speaking practice. Learn strategies to transform disagreements into productive conversations.

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Correcting common grammar mistakes
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Correcting common grammar mistakes

This lesson helps B2 students identify and correct common grammar mistakes, with a focus on subject and object pronouns. It includes listening exercises, vocabulary building, idiom practice, and speaking activities to enhance communication accuracy.

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Running effective one-to-one meetings with team members
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Running effective one-to-one meetings with team members

This lesson explores how to run effective one-to-one meetings, covering key vocabulary, the importance of feedback, and career development discussions. It also provides grammar practice on using modal verbs for advice and suggestions in a professional context.

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Handling performance review conversations professionally
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Handling performance review conversations professionally

This lesson teaches how to navigate performance review conversations professionally, focusing on preparation, active listening, and setting actionable goals. It also covers key vocabulary and grammar for effective communication during these crucial discussions.

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The death of the hotel minibar
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The death of the hotel minibar

Hotel minibars, once a luxury, are now largely obsolete due to high costs, theft, and changing guest preferences. This lesson explores their decline and modern alternatives, including smart minibars and delivery app partnerships.

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Nike: Rebuilding a brand
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Nike: Rebuilding a brand

This lesson explores Nike's journey to rebuild its brand after facing missteps and innovation challenges. It includes listening, vocabulary, and grammar exercises focused on business English.

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How Crocs became cool (Again)
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How Crocs became cool (Again)

This lesson explores how Crocs successfully adapted its brand strategy and marketing to win over China's Gen Z, highlighting the importance of cultural relevance and self-expression. Students will learn key business vocabulary and practice the Past Simple Passive.

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The scoop on Ben & Jerry's success
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The scoop on Ben & Jerry's success

This lesson explores Ben & Jerry's unique business model, which blends quirky ice cream flavors with strong social and political activism. It examines how the brand maintains its values despite being part of a large conglomerate.

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Why are European brands lagging behind US brands?
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Why are European brands lagging behind US brands?

This lesson explores why European brands are currently lagging behind their US counterparts, focusing on factors like market structure, entrepreneurial culture, and regulation. It features a video listening comprehension, key vocabulary, and a grammar focus on the Past Simple Pas

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The economics of Starbucks
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The economics of Starbucks

This lesson explores the economic strategies behind Starbucks' success, including its innovative use of mobile apps and gift cards. You will practice relevant business vocabulary and the Past Simple Passive.

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The rise of protein food
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The rise of protein food

This lesson explores the growing trend of protein-packed foods and how businesses are capitalizing on this obsession. It covers key vocabulary, the Past Simple Passive, and fosters discussion on this dietary phenomenon.

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Identifying modern online scams
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Identifying modern online scams

This lesson focuses on identifying modern online scams like phishing and toll scams. You will learn key vocabulary, practice the Past Simple Passive, and discuss strategies to stay safe online.

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Haribo's billion-dollar one-product empire
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Haribo's billion-dollar one-product empire

Haribo has built a billion-dollar empire by focusing primarily on gummy candy. Their strategy involves tweaking products for local preferences and leveraging economies of scale to ensure global success.

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The economics of stolen treasure
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The economics of stolen treasure

This lesson explores the complex economics of selling stolen high-value items, like royal jewels from an audacious Louvre heist. It examines the decisions thieves face to profit from such crimes and the potential legal repercussions.

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What is gratitude
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What is gratitude

Explore the meaning and power of gratitude in this B2 English lesson. Practice listening, expand your vocabulary, and master the Present Simple Passive voice.

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Second conditional for hypothetical business scenarios and negotiations
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Second conditional for hypothetical business scenarios and negotiations

This lesson helps B2 students master the second conditional for discussing unreal or hypothetical business scenarios and negotiations. It includes listening exercises, vocabulary building, grammar practice, reading comprehension, and speaking activities.

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Remote work vs office return policies
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Remote work vs office return policies

This lesson explores the evolving landscape of remote work and office return policies, examining the benefits and challenges of each approach. It covers key vocabulary, grammar for expressing obligation and permission, and features listening and reading comprehension exercises.

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Reported speech for sharing meeting outcomes and client feedback
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Reported speech for sharing meeting outcomes and client feedback

This lesson focuses on mastering reported speech to effectively share meeting outcomes and client feedback. Learners will practice listening, vocabulary, grammar, and reading to improve their business communication skills.

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Ellipsis and substitution for concise business communication
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Ellipsis and substitution for concise business communication

This lesson teaches how to use ellipsis and substitution for concise business communication. Mastering these techniques helps streamline messages, reduce redundancy, and improve overall workplace efficiency.

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Future perfect tense for project milestones
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Future perfect tense for project milestones

Master the Future Perfect tense to confidently discuss project milestones and future achievements. This lesson provides comprehensive practice for intermediate English learners.

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Passive voice in business reports and presentations
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Passive voice in business reports and presentations

This lesson focuses on the effective use of the passive voice in business reports and presentations. It covers listening, vocabulary, grammar exercises, and reading comprehension to help learners master its application for maintaining an objective tone.

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Expressing degrees of certainty and probability in business decisions
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Expressing degrees of certainty and probability in business decisions

This lesson focuses on mastering language to express degrees of certainty and probability crucial for effective business decisions. Learners will practice listening, vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and sentence transformation, culminating in speaking practice for real

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Discourse markers for structuring complex business arguments
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Discourse markers for structuring complex business arguments

This lesson helps B2 English learners master discourse markers for structuring complex business arguments. Learn to connect ideas, introduce contrasts, and summarize points for clear and effective communication in a business context.

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Giving Presentations 2
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Giving Presentations 2

This lesson provides essential tips for giving effective presentations, covering key vocabulary, listening exercises, and grammar focus on modal verbs for advice. Practice your public speaking skills and learn to engage your audience.

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Conducting exit interviews professionally
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Conducting exit interviews professionally

This lesson teaches how to conduct professional exit interviews, covering active listening, key vocabulary, and appropriate grammar for giving constructive feedback. It includes exercises on modals for suggestions and reported speech for recounting information.

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Conducting job interviews as an interviewer
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Conducting job interviews as an interviewer

This lesson provides essential tips and practice for conducting effective job interviews as an interviewer. Learn key vocabulary, grammar for advice, and polite questioning techniques to find the best candidates.

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Vendor selection and procurement processes
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Vendor selection and procurement processes

This lesson explores vendor selection and procurement processes, offering practical business English for B2 learners. It covers essential vocabulary, listening skills, and grammar for effective purchasing strategies.

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Receiving a package: Using asmart locker system
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Receiving a package: Using asmart locker system

This lesson focuses on English vocabulary and grammar essential for understanding and using modern smart locker delivery systems. It covers the process of receiving packages and discusses related scenarios.

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Giving Presentations
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Giving Presentations

This lesson offers practical advice on giving effective presentations, covering how to structure your content, improve your delivery, and engage your audience. It includes exercises on key vocabulary, modal verbs for advice, and useful phrases for confident public speaking.

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Finding your focus in a world of distraction
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Finding your focus in a world of distraction

This lesson tackles the challenge of maintaining focus in a world full of digital distractions. It provides strategies, vocabulary, and grammar practice to help learners improve concentration and productivity.

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Electric vehicles and the transportation revolution
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Electric vehicles and the transportation revolution

This lesson delves into electric vehicles and their revolutionary impact on transportation, covering key vocabulary and discussions around their future. You'll also practice the Present Perfect and Past Simple tenses with engaging exercises.

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Building and projecting confidence
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Building and projecting confidence

Explore the psychology of confidence with this B2 ESL lesson plan. Using a TED-Ed video, students learn vocabulary like 'growth mindset' and practice the first conditional to discuss personal growth, mindsets, and give encouraging 'pep talks'.

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Effective brainstorming sessions
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Effective brainstorming sessions

Equip B2 ESL students with practical English for leading effective brainstorming sessions. This lesson features a video on success secrets, key vocabulary, grammar for instructions and suggestions, useful phrases, and a structured role-play to simulate real-world meeting management.

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The surprising history of everyday words
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The surprising history of everyday words

Uncover the fascinating origin of 'OK' with this B2 ESL lesson. Students watch an engaging video, learn key vocabulary and idioms, practice grammar for describing origins, and discuss modern slang. Boost listening, speaking, and vocabulary skills.

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Tipping culture in America
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Tipping culture in America

Explore US tipping culture with this B2 ESL lesson. It covers video comprehension, key vocabulary, grammar on expressing cause/reason, and practical role-plays for navigating real-life tipping scenarios. Perfect for intermediate to advanced students.

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How Sephora changed the beauty industry
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How Sephora changed the beauty industry

This B2 Business English lesson analyzes Sephora's market strategy. Students watch a video on its success, practice key business vocabulary (e.g., 'dominate,' 'leverage'), and master the passive voice. Apply Sephora's strategies to new industries.

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How colors got their names
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How colors got their names

Explore the fascinating history of how colors got their names with this ESL lesson plan. Based on a short video, students will delve into etymology, culture, and language evolution through activities like idiom matching, video comprehension, Past Simple Passive practice, and discussion.

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Understanding negative sentences
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Understanding negative sentences

This B2 lesson plan helps students master negative sentences in English. It explores grammar, nuanced negation, double negatives, and polite disagreement. Activities include video comprehension, grammar exercises on forming negatives with prefixes/suffixes, and a role-play for diplomatic feedback.

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Choosing how to communicate
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Choosing how to communicate

This lesson plan explores synchronous vs. asynchronous communication, ideal for B2 students. It helps analyze the pros and cons of various methods, from face-to-face to email, fitting for English classes focused on work or business.

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The geological origins of dragon myths
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The geological origins of dragon myths

This B2 lesson explores geomythology, connecting science and mythology to uncover the geological origins of dragon myths. Students will watch a video, learn key vocabulary, master modal verbs for speculating about the past, and create their own mythical explanations.

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The science of what makes things cute
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The science of what makes things cute

This ESL lesson explores the science of cuteness using a popular science video. Students learn advanced vocabulary, practice the passive voice, and engage in a marketing role-play, applying principles of cuteness to design an ad campaign.

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The Stanley cup craze: How a tumbler went viral
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The Stanley cup craze: How a tumbler went viral

Explore viral marketing with this B2 lesson plan focusing on the Stanley Cup craze. Discuss modern trends, business, and consumer psychology through a real-world case study, perfect for understanding contemporary marketing strategies.

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Writing effective and professional emails
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Writing effective and professional emails

Master professional email writing with this B2 ESL lesson. Covering etiquette, structure, and polite language, students will analyze common mistakes, learn useful phrases, rewrite poorly written emails, and compose their own based on realistic work scenarios. Improve your business English skills!

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How microchips are made
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How microchips are made

Explore microchip manufacturing with this B2 ESL lesson. Learn technical vocabulary like 'wafer' and 'etch,' master the passive voice for describing complex processes, and apply new skills in a speaking task. Perfect for technology-themed English classes.

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Prescriptivism vs descriptivism in grammar
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Prescriptivism vs descriptivism in grammar

Explore the grammar debate of prescriptivism vs. descriptivism in this B2 ESL lesson. Discuss language rules, watch a video, and practice modals of obligation through engaging activities and a lively role-play debate on modern language trends.

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Vinted: The rise of a second-hand unicorn
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Vinted: The rise of a second-hand unicorn

Explore Vinted's unicorn startup success with this B2 business English lesson. Students discuss second-hand shopping, learn key business vocabulary, watch a video, practice phrases, and pitch their own e-commerce startup idea.

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The economics of meal kits
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The economics of meal kits

Explore the business of meal kits with this B2 ESL lesson. Learn key business vocabulary, analyze strategies via video, and master comparing/contrasting language. Culminate by developing and pitching your own meal kit company, applying new concepts.

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Passion vs safety in career choices
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Passion vs safety in career choices

This B2 ESL lesson explores the dilemma of choosing a career path based on passion versus security. Students engage in discussions, learn key vocabulary, comprehend a video, practice second and third conditionals, and culminate in a role-play advising a friend.

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The language of the office
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The language of the office

Master corporate jargon with this B2 business English lesson plan. Students learn common office phrases and idioms through video comprehension, email gap-fills, and role-play, improving professional communication skills for the workplace.

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The podcast revolution
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The podcast revolution

Explore the business of podcasting with this ESL lesson plan. Students use a video to learn key vocabulary and grammar, discuss the industry's rise, practice passive voice, and creatively pitch their own podcast ideas to investors.

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The true story behind Black Friday
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The true story behind Black Friday

Uncover the real story behind Black Friday in this engaging B2 ESL lesson. Students discuss shopping, learn key vocabulary, watch a video for comprehension, review past simple vs. present perfect, and practice debunking myths with specific phrases.

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Corporate jargon and workplace communication
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Corporate jargon and workplace communication

Navigate corporate jargon with B2 students using a fun video and engaging exercises. This lesson decodes business idioms, focuses on separable phrasal verbs, and culminates in a role-play to practice workplace communication skills.

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Handling questions professionally
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Handling questions professionally

Master professional Q&A with this B2 lesson. Based on a video, students learn practical strategies and polite language for presentations and meetings. Activities include video comprehension, vocabulary, grammar on polite deflections, and a dynamic role-play.

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Business telephone calls
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Business telephone calls

This lesson plan helps B2 ESL students master professional business phone calls. It covers essential etiquette, grammar (polite requests, reported speech), key phrases, listening skills (voicemail), and culminates in practical role-play scenarios.

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Leading meetings and discussions
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Leading meetings and discussions

This B2 ESL lesson plan helps students master business meetings, offering practical exercises to enhance professional communication. Activities include warm-up, vocabulary, listening, grammar on polite suggestions, and a role-play to plan a team-building event. Ideal for business English classes.

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AI in hiring: fairness, efficiency, and human touch
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AI in hiring: fairness, efficiency, and human touch

This B2 lesson helps students discuss AI in hiring. It explores the pros and cons of technology in recruitment, covering key vocabulary, grammar (passive voice, conditionals), a case study, and a role-play debate on implementing AI tools. Ideal for workplace discussions.

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Mixed conditionals
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Mixed conditionals

This downloadable PDF lesson plan introduces mixed conditionals, exploring how past decisions affect the present. It includes engaging speaking activities, a listening exercise, and grammar practice for B2 English classes. The lesson uses a warm-up, vocabulary on regret/opportuni

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Email writing essentials
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Email writing essentials

This B2 ESL lesson teaches professional email writing. Students learn key components and language for clear, polite, and effective workplace emails through analyzing poorly written examples, gap-fills, matching exercises on structure, and practice with polite conditional requests

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Cryptocurrency and digital payments debate
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Cryptocurrency and digital payments debate

Explore the future of money with this B2 ESL lesson. Students discuss payment habits, learn fintech vocabulary (cryptocurrency, digital payments), and engage in a dynamic debate. Includes a listening gap-fill, grammar on certainty and mixed conditionals, and a crypto investment.

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Should we buy or rent a home in today's market?
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Should we buy or rent a home in today's market?

This B2 ESL lesson helps students discuss buying vs. renting. Activities include vocabulary matching (mortgage, equity), a gap-fill listening task on market challenges, practicing the second conditional for hypothetical situations, analyzing pros and cons, and a role-play between

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Career pivoting in your 30s and 40s
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Career pivoting in your 30s and 40s

Explore career pivoting later in life with this B2 lesson. Engage in warm-up discussions, a listening activity, and vocabulary practice. Master first and second conditionals, then apply learned language in a collaborative case study to develop a strategic action plan.

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Dealing with difficult colleagues professionally
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Dealing with difficult colleagues professionally

This B2 lesson helps students navigate workplace conflicts, enhancing professional communication. It provides vocabulary and grammar for dealing with difficult colleagues through discussions, listening, case studies, and role-plays. Students practice phrases for setting boundarie

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Managing up and influencing senior stakeholders
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Managing up and influencing senior stakeholders

This B2-level lesson plan focuses on 'managing up' – communicating effectively and diplomatically with senior colleagues in a business setting. Students learn professional vocabulary, practice listening, and master modal verbs for diplomatic language, culminating in a role-play o

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How to hold a daily stand-up meeting
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How to hold a daily stand-up meeting

Master daily stand-up meetings with this B2 business English lesson. Using a video and role-play, students will learn key vocabulary, practice grammar for reporting progress, and simulate a real stand-up meeting to build practical communication skills for the modern workplace. Pe

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Franchise agreements and discussions
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Franchise agreements and discussions

This B2 business English lesson explores franchise agreements, contracts, and negotiation through practical, engaging activities. Students engage in vocabulary matching, listening, reading comprehension of a dispute, and a role-play to negotiate fictional franchise terms.

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Social media marketing for small businesses
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Social media marketing for small businesses

This business English lesson equips B2 students to discuss social media marketing confidently. It covers key vocabulary (target audience, ROI), grammar (first and second conditionals), and communication skills. Activities include matching terms, expert listening, case study readi

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Product demo presentations for clients
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Product demo presentations for clients

This B2 ESL lesson helps students master product demos, focusing on business communication, persuasive language, and key vocabulary. Activities include warm-up, listening, grammar practice (persuasive modals), reading, useful phrases, and a final role-play mini-demo.

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Quality assurance and testing procedures
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Quality assurance and testing procedures

This B2 lesson focuses on Quality Assurance, covering key vocabulary and grammar for discussing product testing and reliability in a business context. Activities include warm-up, vocab matching, listening, reading, and a post-mortem role-play, with a focus on mixed conditionals.

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User experience testing and feedback sessions
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User experience testing and feedback sessions

This B2 ESL lesson plan focuses on User Experience (UX) feedback, ideal for business/tech classes. Students learn language for discussing product design and giving professional feedback through activities like a reading about a failed app, a UX team listening exercise, vocabulary

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Leading virtual meetings across time zones
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Leading virtual meetings across time zones

This B2 lesson helps students master leading global virtual meetings. It addresses scheduling, inclusive language, and time zone challenges through discussions, vocabulary, and reading. A grammar focus on modal verbs culminates in a role-play where students negotiate meeting time

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Managing client expectations and scope creep
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Managing client expectations and scope creep

This B2 lesson plan helps students discuss project management in a business context, focusing on managing client expectations and preventing 'scope creep.' Activities include vocabulary matching, listening, a case study reading, grammar exercises, and a role-play using phrases to

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Negotiating salary and benefits packages
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Negotiating salary and benefits packages

This B2 lesson plan helps students build skills and confidence to negotiate salary and benefits. It covers essential vocabulary, grammar for polite communication, and features a practical role-play to practice negotiating job offers, including discussions on pay transparency and

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Writing proposals and tender documents
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Writing proposals and tender documents

This downloadable PDF lesson plan for English teachers helps B2 students master business proposals. This ESL class material covers key vocabulary and grammar for crafting winning tender documents and persuasive bids. This comprehensive business English lesson guides students thro

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Running workshops and training sessions
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Running workshops and training sessions

This B2 ESL lesson focuses on running effective workshops. Students will learn professional vocabulary, grammar (gerunds & infinitives), and useful phrases for planning and leading training sessions. Activities include warm-up, listening, reading, and a final pair work task to pl

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