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Job Interview

Do you want to nail your next job interview? This comprehensive lesson provides students with essential vocabulary, along with the skills and knowledge needed for the job interviewing process. The lesson features an entertaining and insightful video of a humorous job interview, making the process easy to understand. Students will learn and practice common interview phrases and vocabulary, enhancing their performance in real-life interviews. The lesson includes engaging activities and practical PDF worksheets, particularly useful for HR professionals and job seekers.

 

B1 Intermediate   |   Business English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons, English for HR   |   Video   |   Employment, Work, Human Resources, Recruitment   |   45 min   | B1-12

How Much or How Many?

Do you have a lot on your plate? In this engaging and interactive lesson, students will explore the topic of food and learn about things that can or cannot be counted. The lesson includes an audio of a phone conversation between two people discussing food for a party. Students will enhance their listening comprehension by answering questions related to the conversation. Through various interactive activities and worksheets, students will practice using countable and uncountable nouns correctly, along with expressions of quantity like "a lot of," "some," "any," and "a few." This lesson is designed for adults at the beginner level of English proficiency, offering a solid foundation in these key grammar concepts.

A1 Beginner   |   General English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Audio   |   Needs   |   45 min   | A1-24

Finding a Job with LinkedIn

How can you get your foot in the door? In this lesson, students will discuss job recruitment and unusual ways of finding a job. The lesson features a video about using LinkedIn to land a job. 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 interactive learning experience.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons, English for HR   |   Video   |   Work, Human Resources, Recruitment   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-23

Grocery Shopping

Let’s go grocery shopping! In this lesson, students will learn how to buy groceries at a store and ask for help when looking for items. The lesson includes audio of two people communicating in a store, along with plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets. Students will review and practice vocabulary related to this topic. Additionally, students will discuss different aspects of grocery shopping and share ideas on buying goods. The lesson activities have been developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a practical and interactive learning experience.

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Audio   |   Shopping   |   30 min   | A2B1-3

Checking Your Luggage

Have you ever lived out of a suitcase? In this lesson, students will listen to an audio recording of an airline employee assisting a traveler, providing them with a feel for real airport conversations. They'll explore various aspects of airports through discussions, learning specific language and phrases commonly used in these settings. Aimed at adults and teens, the lesson combines engaging activities with practical learning to help students navigate the language of air travel. Additionally, students will complete interactive worksheets from the workbook, enhancing their understanding. There's also a review section encompassing vocabulary terms that serves as homework, reinforcing the lesson's key concepts.

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Audio   |   Travel   |   30 min   | A2B1-1

Negotiating a Salary

An offer you can’t refuse! In this lesson, students will explore negotiating salaries and asking for a pay raise. The lesson features a video outlining the dos and don’ts of salary negotiations. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a practical and interactive learning experience.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons, English for HR   |   Video   |   Money, Work, Human Resources   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-21

Digital Marketing

What’s the best way for your company to gain a following and go viral online? In this lesson, students will explore digital marketing strategies and online advertising. The lesson features a video presenting two effective marketing strategies that businesses can use. 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 practical learning experience.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Work, Marketing   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-7

911, What’s Your Emergency?

911, what’s your emergency? In this lesson, students will learn how to call 911 and identify possible reasons for calling in an emergency situation. Students will listen to a 911 call and discuss important things to do and remember in an emergency. Students will also learn and practice compound relative pronouns and learn and practice vocabulary and idioms relating to this topic. Aimed at both adults and teens, it includes exercises to make learning practical. Students will also work on worksheets and review key vocabulary terms for homework, helping them remember important points.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   General English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Audio   |   Emergency   |   30 min   | B2C1-1

Customer Service - Resolving Complaints

What an awkward customer! In this lesson, students will explore resolving issues with difficult customers. The lesson features a video explaining strategies for handling customer complaints and resolving problems in a way that satisfies all parties. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a practical and interactive learning experience.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   Business English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Problems, Work   |   30 min   | B2C1.B-199

What’s Your Hobby?

Time flies when you’re having fun! In this lesson, students will explore various indoor and outdoor hobbies. The lesson features audio of a person discussing different activities they enjoy in their free time. Students will also practice expressing likes and dislikes using "-ing" forms and learn related vocabulary. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed to engage both adult and teenage learners, ensuring an enjoyable and effective learning experience.

A1 Beginner   |   General English, Free Lessons, Speaking Lessons   |   Audio   |   Hobbies   |   45 min   | A1-12

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Free ESL Lesson Plans

If you are looking for free ESL lesson plans, AmeriLingua is the right place for you! Here you will find free lesson plans across various categories and levels, all available in digital and printable formats.

Free ESL Lesson Plans for Adults

There are five levels for adults on AmeriLingua, each of which has a selection of lesson plans free to download right away. In each of the five levels, you will find high-quality lesson plans which explore essential vocabulary and grammar, and allow students to practice listening, writing, reading, and speaking.

Free General English Lesson Plans

Your ESL students will love AmeriLingua's free general English lesson plans. Covering all levels from A1 to C1, each plan utilizes articles, videos, or audio recordings to explore a long list of topics. These lessons not only teach necessary vocabulary and grammar but also enable students to practice in real-life scenarios.

Free Business English Lesson Plans

Students of various proficiency levels, ranging from elementary to advanced, can benefit from our free business English lessons. We offer four levels specifically designed for A2, B1, B2, and C1 ESL business learners. Our lessons cover important business topics such as job interviews, entrepreneurship, HR, sales, customer service, marketing, and more! These ESL business English materials are crafted to effectively present complex business vocabulary in a clear and understandable manner, ensuring they resonate with your students.

Free HR Lesson Plans

AmeriLingua has made free HR lesson plans for HR professionals, employers, recruiters, and job seekers. These lessons help you learn skills for getting a new job or moving up in HR or as an employer. They talk about many important HR topics. These lessons are for both experienced HR professionals and new ones. If you're already experienced, these lessons can help you get better at English for HR work. This is useful for talking about hard stuff, managing important talks, and communicating well in different HR situations. These skills are good not just for everyday jobs but also for leading and deciding things in your company.

Free Grammar Lesson Plans

Grammar learning can often feel tedious, but our free grammar lesson plans aim to change that perception. Tailored to address common grammar challenges, these plans come with engaging exercises and comprehensive explanations. Covering all proficiency levels from beginner (A1) to advanced (C1), our grammar plans ensure that learners of all backgrounds and abilities can find resources suited to their needs. Our goal is to make grammar learning fun, so people can better understand and enjoy the details of the English language.

Free Lesson Plans for Speaking

Unlock your students' potential for effective communication with our free lesson plans for speaking. Designed to enhance fluency, confidence, and accuracy in spoken English, these plans cater to learners of all proficiency levels. From structured dialogues to interactive speaking activities, each plan offers excellent opportunities to practice expressing themselves in real-life situations. Whether your student is a beginner looking to build confidence or an advanced learner striving for mastery, our speaking lesson plans provide valuable resources to help them achieve their speaking goals.