ESL Teacher Resources | General English

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Meditation

Have you found your inner peace? In this lesson, students will discuss meditation and relaxation techniques. This lesson features a video about a morning meditation routine. Students will practice topic-related phrases with the prepositions “up” and “down” and fixed expressions. Students will learn and practice vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of lively discussions and practical worksheets suitable and appealing for both adults and youth.

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English   |   Video   |   Emotions, Feelings, Stress   |   30 min   | A2B1-17

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. This lesson features a video of a Finnish comedian who talks about American English and how “ass” is the most challenging and complicated English word. Students will learn and practice prefixes and vocabulary relating to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Education, Language Learning   |   45 min   | B1-26

Understanding Nonverbal Communication

Body language is a great way of speaking! In this lesson, students will discuss body language and nonverbal communication. This lesson features a video that delves into the intriguing ways in which a person's attire and online posts can unveil aspects of their personality. Students will learn and practice vocabulary relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   General English   |   Video   |   Body Language   |   30 min   | B2C1-15

Social Networks

Don’t forget to build bridges! In this interactive lesson, students delve into 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, and is suitable and appealing for both adults and youth.

 

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Networking   |   30 min   | A2B1-16

How Creative Are You?

Find your creative spark! In this lesson, students will discuss creativity in their professional and personal lives. This lesson features a video about what “creative” means and how it shapes our world in significant ways. Students will learn and practice vocabulary relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging speaking activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English   |   Video   |   Creativity   |   30 min   | A2B1-15

Coffee Addiction

Wake up and smell the coffee! In this lesson, students will discuss modern addictions, habits and preferences people have. The lesson features a video about a surprising fact regarding coffee drinking and some advice that could help you in the morning. Students will learn and practice vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging conversation questions and worksheets that have been developed for adults teens.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   General English, Free Lessons   |   Video   |   Habits, Health   |   45 min   | B2C1-14

Diet Cheat Days

Are you ready to have one’s cake and eat it too? In this lesson, students will discuss cheating on diets, healthy and unhealthy eating habits, and ways to lose weight. This lesson features a video about new research on dieting. Students will learn and practice vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of speaking activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

B2 Upper-Intermediate, C1 Advanced   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Lies, Food, Habits, Health   |   30 min   | B2C1-13

What Is on Your Bucket List?

What are you itching to check off your bucket list? In this lesson, students will discuss bucket lists and life accomplishments. This lesson features a video of a 27-year-old traveler who has visited every country in the world. Students will learn and practice indefinite pronouns and vocabulary relating to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adults and teenagers.

B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Life Choices   |   45 min   | B1-5

Vacation Disasters

I’ve gotten myself into a pickle! In this lesson, students will discuss the problems that one might run into while traveling on vacation. Students will give examples of different situations that travelers need to face and share their own experiences. This lesson features a video about a trip to Cuba. Students will learn and practice vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

A2 Elementary, B1 Intermediate   |   General English, Speaking Lessons   |   Video   |   Travel, Vacations   |   30 min   | A2B1-14

Christmas Traditions and Customs

This is the season to be jolly! In this lesson, students will talk about 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, and is made for both adult and teenage students.

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

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General English Resources

General English Resources include a broad range of materials and tools designed to assist learners at all levels in developing their English language skills. These resources aim to cover the essentials of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and communication skills through a variety of mediums, such as textbooks, online modules, videos, audio recordings, and interactive exercises. The needs of the students using General English Resources are diverse; they require materials that not only cater to their current proficiency level but also grow with them as they progress. Such resources are structured to be accessible and engaging, fostering an environment where language can be absorbed in a universal manner.

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