Working From Home Guide

Theresa - author of the lesson plan   Theresa June 24, 2024
Category
Business English, English for HR
Topic
Work, Strategies
Media
Video
Level
A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate
Grammar
Mixed Grammar
Focus
Speaking, Vocabulary, Listening
Lesson ID
A2B1.B-20
Lesson Time
30 minutes
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Man sitting in his living room at home, smiling in front of a laptop

Lesson Overview

Have you ever thought about turning your spare room into a corner office? In this lesson, students will discuss the pros and cons of remote work. The lesson features a video about how to be productive and comfortable while working from home. Students will learn and practice vocabulary and idioms related to the topic of remote work. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets, designed to be both informative and enjoyable for adult and teenage learners, ensuring a practical and interactive learning experience.

Lesson Objectives



  • Listening: Students will watch a video about staying productive while working from home. The speaker discusses flexible working times and the importance of taking breaks from your desk. This listening activity will enhance students’ ability to comprehend detailed explanations and discussions in English, focusing on vocabulary and concepts related to remote work and productivity.




  • Speaking: The conversation activities will encourage students to express their views on remote work, using newly learned vocabulary and idioms. This will help them build confidence in discussing the topic in English.




  • Vocabulary: Key terms and idioms like "WFH" (work from home), "take the jump," "flexible work schedule," "home office costs," "disconnection from the team," "online meetings," and "saving time on commuting" will be introduced and practiced, enriching students' language skills related to working from home.




  • Homework: The tasks include answering multiple-choice questions about the video, filling in the blanks with key terms and idioms, and completing sentences that discuss the topic. These exercises aim to reinforce the lesson’s vocabulary and concepts, helping students gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of working from home.




Video

Home is where the wifi connects! Have you ever wondered what it would be
like to have a remote job? Watch this video to learn how to be productive and comfortable while working from home.

Video Transcript

Vocabulary and Pronunciation

spare room [noun phrase]: an additional somewhat unused room in a house
corner office [noun phrase]: a fancy workspace at a building's corner
remote work [noun phrase]: working from a location outside the office, such as at home or another place
productive [adjective]: efficient and effective in accomplishing tasks or goals
drawbacks [noun]: disadvantages or negative aspects of a situation
the new normal [noun phrase]: the prevailing or expected condition or situation that has become typical, especially after a significant change
work from home (WFH) [noun phrase]: performing job duties at one's place of residence instead of at a designated workplace
take the jump [idiom]: taking a risk for an opportunity
willpower [noun]: self-control and decision-making ability
glue to [phrasal verb]: firmly attached or engrossed in something
stick to [phrasal verb]: adhere to a plan or decision
stay true [phrasal verb]: remain faithful to principles or commitments
distract from [phrasal verb]: divert attention away from something
isolation [noun]: state of being alone or separated
separate [verb]: divide into distinct parts
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