Focus: Listening | Upper-Intermediate Level B2

TV Drama Diagnosis

That's a bitter pill to swallow, but a fun one to talk about! In this lesson, students will have the opportunity to discuss their TV preferences and explore the popularity of different drama series, focusing on what makes certain shows a hit. This lesson features an engaging video of a real doctor sharing their thoughts on the TV show Grey's Anatomy, giving students a chance to see how fiction and reality compare in the world of medicine. Along with the video, students will learn and practice useful vocabulary and idioms related to TV shows and drama series. The lesson is filled with engaging discussion activities and comes with interactive worksheets that have been specially designed for both adult and teenage learners. These activities will make it easier for students to express their ideas clearly and confidently when talking about their favorite shows and genres.

What Are the Signs You May Get Fired

Have you ever been let go from a job? In this lesson, students will explore the topic of employment termination, discussing both justified and unjustified reasons for being let go. The lesson features a video about potential warning signs you might encounter at work before getting fired. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to this topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a comprehensive and interactive learning experience.

Marketing Strategies

Promote, promote, promote! In this lesson, students will explore marketing strategies used to promote a brand or product. The lesson features a video offering guidelines and advice for creating an effective marketing plan. Students will discuss different marketing objectives and collaborate to develop a strategy for a given business. They 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 a practical and interactive learning experience.

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 revealing a surprising fact about coffee drinking and offers helpful morning advice. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging conversation questions and worksheets, developed specifically for adults and teens to ensure a lively and interactive learning experience.

Job Interview Fails

How can a job candidate start off on the right foot during an interview? In this lesson, students will discuss job hiring and the skills and characteristics that are important in a candidate. The lesson features a video highlighting common mistakes people make before and during a job interview. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring an interactive and practical learning experience.

Phobias

What makes your blood run cold? In this lesson, students will explore fears and phobias and discuss strategies for dealing with stress and anxiety. The lesson features a video about rare phobias and the triggers that may cause them. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of lively discussions and practical worksheets that are suitable and appealing for both adults and youth, ensuring an engaging and insightful learning experience.

Job Satisfaction

Is your company ticking all the right boxes? In this comprehensive lesson, students will engage in thoughtful discussions about employee satisfaction and explore the various factors that influence motivation levels in the workplace. The lesson features an insightful video that delves into F. Herzberg’s renowned motivation theory, providing students with a solid theoretical framework. Participants will learn and practice key vocabulary and idioms related to the topic, enhancing their business English skills. The lesson is enriched with plenty of lively discussions, allowing students to express their views and apply their new knowledge.

Stress and Burnout

Are you at the end of your rope? In this lesson, students will explore stress and burnout, discussing the causes of both short-term and long-term stress in real-life situations. They will watch a video that explains the differences between stress and burnout. The lesson includes many engaging discussion activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a comprehensive and interactive learning experience.

Personal Brand

Put your best foot forward! In this lesson, students will explore professional development and the concept of a personal brand. The lesson features a video discussing common traits of high achievers. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of lively discussions and practical worksheets, making it suitable and appealing for both adults and youth. This lesson ensures an engaging and valuable learning experience focused on building personal and professional success.

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.