Stefanie | February 02, 2023
Don’t believe everything you read online! In this lesson, students will explore the topic of seeking online advice. The lesson features a video of a qualified doctor discussing the issues that can arise when googling symptoms online. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a thought-provoking and interactive learning experience.
Listening: Students will enhance their listening skills by engaging with a video featuring a doctor discussing the implications of using Google to diagnose health issues. They will focus on understanding the doctor’s main points and the specific examples she uses to illustrate the risks of misdiagnosis through online searches.
Speaking: Students will participate in discussions and debates about the reliability of online health advice. They will use vocabulary and phrases learned in the lesson to express their views on the topic, share personal experiences with online health information, and respond to the opinions of others, thus improving their spoken English in a health-related context.
Vocabulary: The lesson will introduce vocabulary related to online health searches, including "misconceptions," "cyberchondria," "symptom checkers," and "misdiagnose." These terms will be utilized in various activities to help students articulate thoughts about the accuracy and dangers of online medical advice more clearly.
Homework: Learners will complete tasks that involve identifying true and false statements about online health information, rewriting phrases for clarity, and using vocabulary related to the lesson. These activities aim to reinforce their understanding of the topic and ensure they can apply the vocabulary and concepts discussed in class in correct and meaningful ways.
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