Lesson Plan | Technical Methodology | Vocabulary: Main Professions

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to establish a solid vocabulary base related to the main professions, facilitating the recognition and naming of these professions in English. The goal is to prepare students to better understand the functions and responsibilities associated with each career, promoting a practical connection with the job market and encouraging interest in various professional fields. This initial moment is crucial for students to develop practical communication skills and expand their knowledge about the professional world.

Main Objectives

1. Recognize and name the main professions in English.

2. Relate the most common professions with their respective activities and responsibilities.

Side Objectives

1. Encourage curiosity about different careers and their functions in the job market.
2. Promote oral interaction and the practice of vocabulary in real contexts.

Introduction

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to establish a solid vocabulary base related to the main professions, facilitating the recognition and naming of these professions in English. The goal is to prepare students to better understand the functions and responsibilities associated with each career, promoting a practical connection with the job market and encouraging interest in various professional fields. This initial moment is crucial for students to develop practical communication skills and expand their knowledge about the professional world.

Contextualization

In today's world, knowing different professions is essential as it helps us better understand how society functions and the diversity of roles people can play. For example, a civil engineer is crucial for building bridges and buildings, while a doctor is fundamental for caring for people's health. By learning about the main professions in English, students not only expand their vocabulary but also prepare for a future where communication in different languages can open doors to various professional opportunities.

Curiosities and Market Connection

Did you know there are thousands of different professions in the world? Some of the oldest professions include blacksmith and baker, while the newest are related to technology, such as app developer and data analyst. In the job market, the ability to communicate in English is an important differentiator, especially in fields such as tourism, international trade, and science. Professionals who speak English have access to a larger number of opportunities and can work in global companies or even in other countries.

Initial Activity

Design a short video (2-3 minutes) showing children talking about what they want to be when they grow up. After the video, ask students: 'Which profession did you find most interesting and why?' Encourage them to share their opinions and think about what each profession entails.

Development

Duration: 40 - 50 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to deepen students' knowledge of the main professions, promoting a practical and visual understanding of them. Through interactive and collaborative activities, students consolidate the acquired vocabulary, exercise their creative and communication skills, and reflect on the importance of each profession in society.

Covered Topics

1. Names of the main professions in English.
2. Basic descriptions of the functions of each profession.
3. Tools and workplaces associated with each profession.

Reflections on the Theme

Guide students to think about the professions they know and how they impact their daily lives. Ask: 'What would our lives be like without doctors, teachers, or engineers?'. Encourage them to discuss in small groups and then share with the class.

Mini Challenge

Building the City of Professions

Students will build a model of a city, highlighting the main professions they learned. They will use recyclable materials and other crafting items to create representations of different workplaces (schools, hospitals, engineering offices, etc.).

Instructions

1. Divide the class into small groups (3-4 students) and distribute construction materials.
2. Each group must choose 2-3 professions to represent in their part of the model.
3. Guide the groups to discuss and decide how to represent each profession (e.g., a mini school for teachers, a hospital for doctors).
4. Students should write the names of the professions in English and small descriptions of the functions and responsibilities of each.
5. Facilitate the assembly of the model, helping the groups coordinate their parts to form a complete city.

Objective: Stimulate creativity and teamwork while reinforcing the vocabulary of professions in English.

Duration: 30 - 35 minutes

Evaluation Exercises

1. Ask students to draw and name four professions in English in their notebooks.
2. Create a memory game with cards that have images of professions on one side and their names in English on the other. Students must form correct pairs.
3. Facilitate a 'profession charades' activity where students take turns acting out a profession while others try to guess.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to consolidate the knowledge acquired during the lesson, promoting reflection on the impact of professions in daily life and the importance of vocabulary in English in the job market. The goal is to ensure that students understand the practical relevance of what they learned and feel motivated to continue exploring the topic.

Discussion

Encourage a discussion with students about the professions they learned, prompting them to reflect on which careers they find most interesting and why. Ask how the practical activity of building the 'City of Professions' helped reinforce the vocabulary and understanding of the responsibilities of each profession. Discuss the importance of each of these professions in society and how they impact daily life. Encourage students to talk about how communication in English can be useful in each profession discussed.

Summary

Recap the main content covered in the lesson, such as the names of professions in English, the basic descriptions of the functions of each profession, and the associated workplaces. Reinforce the vocabulary learned and the connections made between theory and practice, highlighting the importance of each profession in society.

Closing

Explain how the lesson connected theory and practice through interactive activities, allowing students to apply the vocabulary learned in a creative and collaborative activity. Emphasize the importance of the knowledge acquired for daily life, especially in a globalized world where communication in English can open many doors. Conclude by thanking the students for their participation and effort.