It’s not all fun and games! In this lesson, students will explore the challenges and negative aspects of attending college. The lesson features a comprehensive video that critically examines the downsides of New York University (NYU). Students will master the use of modals and enhance their linguistic skills with vocabulary specific to this topic. The lesson is filled with interactive discussion activities and worksheets, carefully designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a thought-provoking and engaging learning experience.

Lesson Objectives

Grammar: Students will enhance their understanding and usage of modal verbs such as "can," "could," and "should." They will learn how these modals express ability, possibility, permission, and advice. Exercises will include identifying correct modal usage in sentences and expressing hypothetical situations.

Listening: Students will improve their listening skills by watching a video about New York University and identifying specific problems mentioned by students, such as high tuition fees and feelings of burnout. They will listen for modal verbs used in context to describe abilities and limitations.

Speaking: Through role-playing and discussions, students will practice using modals in speaking exercises. They will simulate conversations where they express complaints about university life, discuss the pressures of academic achievement, and suggest improvements.

Vocabulary: Students will learn vocabulary related to university challenges, including terms like "tuition fee," "burnout," "overwhelming," and "accomplished." They will use these words in sentences and discussions to articulate specific academic and social pressures.

Cultural Awareness: Students should discuss the cultural aspects of university life, particularly how students in different countries perceive and handle academic and financial pressures. Discussions will include the role of universities in society and the expectation of higher education in various cultural contexts.

Homework: For homework, students will complete tasks that involve using modals to rewrite sentences about university life, correct misuse of modal verbs, and reflect on their personal educational experiences. They will apply new vocabulary and grammatical structures to express opinions and hypothetical situations about university education.

Video

There are pros and cons to everything. Do you ever wonder about the not-so-glamorous things relating to college? Tuition fees, making friends, the pressure. Watch this video to learn about the worst parts of NYU, as told by the students who go there.