Focus: Listening | Advanced Level C1

The Danger of Comparison

Have you ever felt like someone else's life looks perfect compared to yours? In this lesson, students will discuss the harmful act of comparing oneself to others and strategies to overcome this. This lesson features a video about the negative impacts that result from constantly measuring ourselves against others, especially in regard to social media. Students will learn and practice new vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic with real-life examples. The lesson provides engaging interactive exercises and thought-provoking questions specifically designed for adult students at upper-intermediate and advanced proficiency levels.

The Black Friday Phenomenon

Bargain hunters unite! In this lesson, students will learn about the history and evolution of Black Friday as a major shopping day. They will expand their vocabulary and idioms related to shopping with real-life examples. A video will guide discussions on Black Friday's impact on consumer culture.This easy-to-follow lesson includes interactive activities and stimulating questions, making English learning exciting while exploring the world of Black Friday!

The 30-Day Challenge

It’s time to take the plunge! In this lesson, students will discuss the concept of trying new experiences and personal growth. This lesson features a video about a challenge to try something new for 30 days, illustrating how small changes can lead to significant personal development. Students will learn and practice new vocabulary and idioms relating to the topic with clear real-life examples. The lesson provides various interactive exercises and stimulating questions, tailored for students at upper-intermediate and advanced levels.

Autocratic Leaders

My way or the highway! In this lesson, students will discuss a boss-centered management approach and the advantages and disadvantages of this style. The lesson features a video about the autocratic management style. Students will learn and practice vocabulary related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets developed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a comprehensive and interactive learning experience.

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. The lesson features a video about new research on dieting. Students will learn and practice relevant vocabulary and idioms related to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of speaking activities and worksheets designed for both adult and teenage learners, ensuring a dynamic and engaging learning experience.

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.

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.

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.