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ESL Lesson Plans for Adults and Teens

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The Most Complicated Word
The Most Complicated Word
Do you know all of the ins and outs of the English language? In this lesson, students will discuss language learning. The lesson features a video of a Finnish comedian who humorously explains why "ass" is the most difficult and confusing word in American English. Students will learn and practice prefixes and expand their vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets, making it perfect for both adults and teens, ensuring a fun and interactive learning experience.
B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Education, Language Learning   |   45 min   | B1-26
The Challenges of Owning a Business
The Challenges of Owning a Business
Don’t bite off more than you can chew! In this lesson, learners will explore the challenges of starting and owning a business. The lesson features a video discussing the reasons why young people are increasingly choosing not to start their own businesses. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of lively speaking activities and practical worksheets that are suitable for both adults and teens, ensuring an engaging and informative learning experience.
B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Work, Entrepreneurship   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-29
Understanding Nonverbal Communication
Understanding Nonverbal Communication
Body language is a great way of speaking! In this lesson, students will explore body language and nonverbal communication. The lesson features a video that delves into the intriguing ways a person's attire and online posts can reveal aspects of their personality. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a dynamic and insightful learning experience.
B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   General English   |   Video   |   Body Language   |   30 min   | B2C1-15
Cost Cutting
Cost Cutting
It’s time to tighten our belts! In this lesson, students will discuss cutting costs in the workplace and explore the reasons and consequences of introducing budgetary constraints. The lesson features a video that offers advice and guidelines on how to survive financial distress. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a practical and thought-provoking learning experience.
B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English   |   Video   |   Money, Work, Entrepreneurship   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-28
Choosing a Career Path
Choosing a Career Path
When choosing a career, don't settle; aim for the stars! In this lesson, students will discuss career and professional development, describing various situations related to promotions and career changes. The lesson features a video offering career advice. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a dynamic and insightful learning experience.
B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Speaking Lessons, English for HR   |   Video   |   Life Choices, Work, Human Resources   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-27
Social Networks
Social Networks
Don’t forget to build bridges! In this interactive lesson, students will explore the importance of networking and how the right connections can influence their lives. They will watch an interesting film and learn the appropriate vocabulary related to networking. The lesson includes lively discussions and practical worksheets, making it suitable and appealing for both adults and youth. This lesson ensures a dynamic and engaging learning experience, helping students understand the value of networking in both personal and professional contexts.
A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Networking   |   30 min   | A2B1-16
Side Hustles
Side Hustles

Do you have what it takes to moonlight? In this lesson, students will discuss side hustles and the reasons for starting one. The lesson features a video about the advantages of having a side job. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed for both adults and teenagers, ensuring an interactive and practical learning experience.


A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   Business English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Work   |   30 min   | A2B1.B-5
How Creative Are You?
How Creative Are You?
Find your creative spark! In this lesson, students will explore creativity in both their professional and personal lives. The lesson features a video that delves into what “creative” means and how it significantly shapes our world. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging speaking activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a stimulating and interactive learning experience.
A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English   |   Video   |   Creativity   |   30 min   | A2B1-15
Christmas Traditions and Customs
Christmas Traditions and Customs

This is the season to be jolly! In this lesson, students will explore different traditions and customs from around the world. They will watch a video about Christmas in the 1950s in the US and share their own country's traditions for important events. The lesson will help them learn new words and phrases related to this topic. It includes fun discussions and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage students, ensuring an engaging and culturally enriching learning experience.


A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Culture, Holidays   |   30 min   | A2B1-13
Bushcraft
Bushcraft

A barrel of laughs! In this lesson, students will explore free time activities and their preferred hobbies. The lesson features a video discussing various aspects of bushcraft. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring an enjoyable and interactive learning experience.


A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Life Choices, Hobbies   |   30 min   | A2B1-12

ESL Lesson Plans for Teaching Adults Online

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