Sharp as a tack! In this lesson, students will explore the topic of intelligence and how it is perceived by others. The lesson features a video discussing five signs that are often linked to being highly intelligent. Students will learn and practice using defining and non-defining relative clauses, along with related vocabulary. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets specifically developed for adult and teenage learners, ensuring a stimulating and interactive learning experience.

Lesson Objectives

Grammar: Students will master defining and non-defining relative clauses. They will learn how to use these clauses to add essential and additional information to sentences, enhancing their writing and speaking accuracy.

Listening: Students will improve their listening skills by engaging with a video that discusses traits of highly intelligent people. They will listen for specific examples and explanations that utilize relative clauses to describe characteristics intelligently.

Speaking: Through discussions and debates, students will articulate their views on intelligence and personal traits. They will use relative clauses to provide detailed descriptions and opinions, thus improving their ability to speak fluently and coherently about complex topics.

Vocabulary: Vocabulary development will focus on terms related to intelligence and personality traits, such as "inquisitive," "self-critical," and "narcissistic." Students will use these words in context to discuss signs of intelligence and personal observations.

Cultural Awareness: Students will explore cultural perceptions of intelligence, including how different societies value traits associated with intelligence. They should discuss whether cultural backgrounds influence how intelligence is recognized and valued.

Homework: For homework, students will complete exercises that involve using relative clauses to combine sentences and describe personal experiences or hypothetical situations. They will also reflect on the concepts of intelligence discussed in class, using the vocabulary and grammar structures learned.

Video

Sharp as a tack! Do you have a messy desk or like to ask a lot of questions? Watch this video to learn about the signs that might just mean you are highly intelligent.