Psychology

Explore lessons on psychological topics, human behavior, emotions, mental processes, and interpersonal relationships. Teachers will find content covering personality, motivation, cognitive science, emotional intelligence, and psychological research. Great for advanced learners interested in understanding human nature.

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Tipping culture in America
B2 Practical English Grammar Lifestyle Psychology

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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Building and projecting confidence
B2 Free Psychology Lifestyle

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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Finding your focus in a world of distraction
B2 Psychology Lifestyle Work

Finding your focus in a world of distraction

This B2 English lesson helps students discuss focus and distraction, exploring the psychological state of 'flow' and improving productivity. It includes a video, vocabulary, grammar practice on gerunds/infinitives, and speaking activities like a 'focus consultant' role-play.

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Giving effective feedback
B2 Business Work Psychology

Giving effective feedback

Equip students with a four-part formula for 'brain-friendly' feedback in the workplace. This B2 ESL lesson uses video, vocabulary, and role-play to practice giving positive and constructive feedback, enhancing professional communication skills.

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The truth about ums and likes
B2 General Psychology

The truth about ums and likes

This PDF lesson explores filler words like 'um' and 'like' using a video and practical exercises. Students will re-evaluate their perception of these words, improve conversational fluency with discourse markers, and practice softening disagreements through role-play, boosting speaking confidence.

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Talking about feelings (Advanced)
Psychology Free Lifestyle C1

Talking about feelings (Advanced)

This C1 lesson helps students express complex emotions. It covers advanced vocabulary/idioms, grammar for past regrets (wish/if only + past perfect) and hypotheticals (third conditional). Engaging activities (e.g., role-play) solidify nuanced emotional expression.

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How caffeine and alcohol affect your sleep
Free Grammar Lifestyle General Psychology B2

How caffeine and alcohol affect your sleep

This B2 ESL lesson explores how caffeine and alcohol affect sleep, using a video by sleep scientist Matt Walker to improve listening and speaking skills on a relevant health topic.

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The paradox of value: why is water cheap and diamonds are expensive?
Business General C1 Practical English Grammar Psychology

The paradox of value: why is water cheap and diamonds are expensive?

Explore the economic 'paradox of value' in this C1 ESL lesson. Students discuss why water is cheap and diamonds expensive, learning advanced vocabulary and the second conditional to analyze concepts like utility and opportunity cost.

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Social media and the landscape of desire
Technology Free Psychology Lifestyle C1

Social media and the landscape of desire

Uncover the powerful influence of social media on human desires in this C1 English lesson. Engage with a fascinating video, master advanced vocabulary, and refine your formal writing skills with nominalization for insightful discussions.

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The psychology of conspiracy theories
Psychology General B2

The psychology of conspiracy theories

Explore the psychology behind conspiracy theories with this advanced ESL lesson. Students will learn advanced vocabulary and essential hedging language to discuss sensitive topics, fostering critical thinking through video analysis and group discussion.

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Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences
Free Psychology Lifestyle General B2

Understanding ASMR and sensory experiences

Explore ASMR and its impact on well-being in this B2 ESL lesson. Students discuss sensory experiences, learn key vocabulary and grammar for describing effects, and practice expressing opinions on this fascinating internet phenomenon.

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The art of better arguments
Practical English Free Grammar Lifestyle Psychology Work B2

The art of better arguments

Learn the art of constructive arguments and conflict resolution with this B2 lesson plan. Improve communication skills through a video, vocabulary, grammar practice on giving advice, and role-play scenarios.

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