Do you have what it takes to call the shots? In this lesson, students will explore the topic of leading a team. The lesson features a video discussing the qualities and behaviors of a good leader. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to leadership. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a dynamic and interactive learning experience.

Lesson Objectives

Listening: Students will listen to a video where a leader discusses their approach to team management, focusing on phrases like "emotional intelligence" and "environment of collaboration."

Speaking: Through discussions, students will simulate leadership scenarios, using the vocabulary and idioms learned to explore problem-solving and team motivation. This practice will enhance their ability to communicate effectively in leadership roles.

Vocabulary: Key terms such as "empathetic," "sympathetic," "roadmap," and "transparent" will be introduced. Idiomatic expressions related to leadership like "call the shots" and "on the same level" will also be covered.

Cultural Awareness: Discussion will include how leadership styles can vary across different cultures and the importance of emotional intelligence in diverse team settings.

Homework: Students will complete tasks that involve filling in blanks with leadership-related verbs, matching statements to personality types, and choosing correct and incorrect leadership strategies from given options. This will reinforce their understanding of the grammatical and vocabulary elements discussed in class.

Video

                                                Are you a good team leader? Should the employee in the most senior position lead the team every time? Watch this video to learn about some of the best strategies managers should use when leading a team.
												
                                            