Objectives (5 - 10 minutes)
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Develop English speaking skills: The main objective of this lesson is to provide students with the opportunity to enhance their English speaking skills. This will be done through the practice of speaking activities, where students will be encouraged to speak in English throughout the lesson.
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Promote fluency and confidence in speaking: In addition to simply speaking in English, students should be able to do so fluently and confidently. Therefore, another objective of this lesson is to help students overcome any inhibitions they may have regarding speaking in English and to become more fluent and confident.
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Expand vocabulary and listening comprehension: In order for students to speak English effectively and fluently, they need to have a good vocabulary and be able to understand what they are hearing. Therefore, a secondary objective of this lesson is to expand students' vocabulary and improve their listening comprehension.
Secondary Objectives:
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Stimulate active student participation: Encouraging active student participation is a secondary but important objective of this lesson. This can be achieved through the implementation of interactive and engaging activities that encourage students to speak and actively participate in discussions.
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Promote collaborative learning: Another secondary objective of this lesson is to promote collaborative learning. This can be done through group activities, where students are encouraged to work together to achieve a common goal.
Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)
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Review of Previous Content: The teacher should start the lesson by reviewing the content that was covered in previous classes and that is relevant to today's lesson. This may include reviewing vocabulary, grammatical structures, and common expressions in English. The teacher can do this interactively, through questions and answers with the students.
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Problem-Solving Scenarios: Next, the teacher should present two problem-solving scenarios that stimulate students' curiosity and critical thinking. For example:
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"Imagine you are at an airport and need to ask for information from an employee. How would you do this in English?"
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"Suppose you are at a restaurant in the United States and want to order a meal. How would you do this in English?"
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Contextualization: The teacher should then explain the importance of English speaking skills, highlighting that this is one of the most valued skills in the professional world, especially in international careers, tourism, and hospitality. Additionally, it is an essential skill for travel and interactions with people from different cultures.
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Introduction to the Topic: To introduce the topic in an interesting way, the teacher can share some curiosities about the English language. For example:
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"Did you know that English is the third most spoken language in the world, after Mandarin and Spanish?"
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"Did you know that the word 'set' has the highest number of meanings in English? It can be a verb, a noun, an adjective, and even an adverb!"
The teacher can also talk about the origin of English and how the language has evolved over time, incorporating words from different languages.
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Student Engagement: To capture students' attention, the teacher can propose a quick game of English words. For example, "How many words can you think of that start with the letter 'C'?" The goal is to get students to start thinking in English and speak as much as possible.
By the end of the Introduction, students should have a clear understanding of what will be covered in the lesson and why it is important for them to develop their English speaking skills.
Development (20 - 25 minutes)
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Role-Playing Activity - "At the airport" (10 - 12 minutes): The teacher should divide the class into groups of three or four students. Each group will receive a different scenario related to a situation at an airport. For example, one group may be assigned the role of tourists who need to ask for directions to find the boarding gate, another group may be passengers who need to check-in, and so on.
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Step 1: The teacher should provide the groups with a set of useful words and phrases in English for the given situation.
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Step 2: The students should then rehearse the situation in their groups, using the provided words and phrases, but also being encouraged to add their own expressions and questions.
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Step 3: After a few minutes of preparation, each group should present their situation to the class. This activity will not only allow students to practice speaking in English, but also listening, as they will have to understand the situations presented by other groups.
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Debate Activity - "The importance of English in the world" (10 - 12 minutes): After the role-playing activity, the teacher should propose a debate. The theme of the debate will be "The importance of English in the world". Students will be divided into two groups, "For" and "Against".
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Step 1: The teacher should provide discussion points to the students, such as the importance of English in business, education, travel, among others.
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Step 2: Each group will have time to discuss and prepare their arguments. The teacher should circulate around the class, guiding and assisting students as needed.
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Step 3: After the preparation time, each group will have the opportunity to present their arguments to the class. The teacher should moderate the debate, ensuring that all students have the chance to speak and that the discussion is respectful and constructive.
This activity will not only allow students to practice speaking in English, but also develop skills in argumentation, critical thinking, and teamwork.
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Word Game Activity - "One-minute words" (5 - 8 minutes): To conclude the Development phase, the teacher can propose a quick and fun game of "One-minute words".
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Step 1: Students will be divided into teams of three or four. Each team will have one minute to think of as many English words as possible that fit into a specific category, such as "fruits", "animals", "professions", etc.
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Step 2: The teacher should give an example for students to understand the game. For instance, if the category is "fruits", the teacher can start by saying "apple", and the next team must think of another fruit that starts with the letter "e", and so on.
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Step 3: The game should continue until all teams have had the chance to participate. The teacher should note down the words that were mentioned and give points to each team.
This activity will not only allow students to practice speaking in English, but also expand their vocabulary and develop skills in teamwork and quick thinking.
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By the end of the Development phase, students should have had the opportunity to practice speaking in English in different contexts, which will help improve their fluency and confidence.
Return (10 - 15 minutes)
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Group Discussion (5 - 7 minutes): The teacher should gather the class and open a group discussion about the activities carried out during the lesson. The goal is for students to share their experiences, challenges, solutions found, and learnings.
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Step 1: The teacher should start the discussion by asking open-ended questions, such as: "What was the most challenging situation you faced during the role-playing activity?", "What were the main arguments your group presented in the debate?" and "Which words were the most difficult to think of during the word game?".
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Step 2: The teacher should encourage all students to participate in the discussion, ensuring that each one has the opportunity to speak and that their contributions are valued.
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Step 3: The teacher should moderate the discussion, ensuring that it is respectful, constructive, and focused on the lesson's Objectives.
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Connection to Theory (3 - 5 minutes): Next, the teacher should help students make the connection between the practical activities carried out and the theoretical concepts learned. The teacher can do this through guided reflections and targeted questions.
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Step 1: The teacher can start by asking: "How do the words and phrases you used during the role-playing activity relate to the vocabulary and grammatical structures we studied?".
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Step 2: The teacher can then ask: "What were the main arguments that arose during the debate and how do they relate to the importance of English in the world?".
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Step 3: Finally, the teacher can ask: "What strategies did you use to think of words during the word game and how can they be useful to expand your English vocabulary?".
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Final Reflection (2 - 3 minutes): To conclude the lesson, the teacher should propose a brief final reflection. Students should be encouraged to think about what they have learned, what questions they still have, and how they can continue to develop their English speaking skills.
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Step 1: The teacher can ask questions such as: "What was the most important concept you learned today?", "What questions have not been answered yet?" and "What can you do to continue improving your English speaking skills?".
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Step 2: Students should be encouraged to write down their answers and actions in a notebook or learning journal, so they can refer to them in the future and track their progress.
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By the end of the Return phase, students should have a clear understanding of what they learned, how it relates to theory and practice, and what they need to do to continue developing their English speaking skills.
Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)
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Summary of Contents (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher should start the Conclusion by summarizing the main points covered during the lesson. This includes the development of English speaking skills, the promotion of fluency and confidence in speaking, the expansion of vocabulary and listening comprehension, active student participation, and collaborative learning. The teacher can review the main activities carried out, highlighting the Objectives and the results achieved.
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Connection between Theory, Practice, and Applications (1 - 2 minutes): Next, the teacher should emphasize how the lesson connected theory, practice, and applications. The teacher can explain that theory was applied in practice during the role-playing activities, debate, and word game. Additionally, the teacher can highlight how the skills developed in the lesson are applicable in real-life situations, such as in travel, interactions with people from different cultures, and the professional world.
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Extra Materials (1 minute): The teacher should suggest extra materials for students who wish to deepen their knowledge and practice of English speaking skills. These may include grammar and vocabulary books, language learning apps, English conversation websites, movies and series in English, English songs, among others. The teacher can also suggest that students practice speaking in English in their daily lives, for example, by talking to friends who are also learning English, watching videos in English and repeating the dialogues, or even speaking to themselves in English at home.
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Importance of the Subject (1 minute): Finally, the teacher should reinforce the importance of English speaking skills for students' lives. The teacher can explain that English is the most widely spoken language in the world and is essential for global communication. Additionally, the teacher can emphasize that English speaking skills are increasingly valued in the job market, especially in international careers, tourism, and hospitality. The teacher can also highlight that mastering English can open doors to study and work opportunities in other countries.
By the end of the Conclusion, students should have a clear understanding of what they learned in the lesson, the importance of the subject, and what they can do to continue developing their English speaking skills.