Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Develop the ability to introduce oneself in English, using greeting phrases and basic expressions.
2. Learn to recognize and use vocabulary related to names and greetings in the English language.
3. Practice the skill of asking and answering questions related to names and greetings in English.

Secondary Objectives:

• Increase students' confidence in English communication.
• Encourage autonomous practice of the language outside the school environment through interactive and playful activities.
• Foster interaction among students, promoting a collaborative learning environment and mutual respect.

Introduction (10 - 12 minutes)

1. Review of Previous Content:

   • The teacher should start the lesson by briefly reviewing the vocabulary and expressions already learned in previous classes, which are relevant to the understanding and practice of the content to be covered. This may include basic vocabulary such as colors, numbers, days of the week, etc. (3 minutes)

2. Problem Situations:

   • The teacher can propose two problem situations to arouse students' interest and contextualize the importance of the lesson's topic. For example:
     • How would you introduce yourselves to a new classmate who doesn't speak Portuguese?
     • What if you met a tourist on the street and he asked for your name, how would you respond? (3 minutes)

3. Contextualization:

   • The teacher should emphasize the importance of knowing how to introduce oneself and greet in English, explaining that these are essential skills for communicating anywhere in the world, whether in travels, international business meetings, or interactions with people from different cultures. (2 minutes)

4. Topic Introduction:

   • The teacher can start the topic presentation with two curiosities:

     • The first is that, according to the book 'The Story of English' by Robert McCrum, William Cran, and Robert MacNeil, English is the third most spoken language in the world, with around 400 million native speakers and 1.5 billion people who speak English as a second language.
     • The second is that, although English has a relatively simple structure compared to many other languages, it has one of the largest varieties of greetings and courtesy expressions. This is largely due to the influence of other languages and cultures on the English vocabulary. (2 minutes)

   • The teacher should then introduce the topic clearly and objectively, explaining that the focus of the lesson will be to learn how to introduce oneself in English, to ask and answer questions about names and greetings, and to expand the vocabulary in this area. (1 minute)

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

1. Role Play Activity - 'Meet and Greet' (10 - 12 minutes)

   • The teacher should divide the class into groups of 3-4 students. Each group will receive a different scenario to work on. Scenarios may include situations such as:
     • Meeting a new classmate who speaks English.
     • Encountering a tourist on the street and trying to help with directions.
     • Participating in an international business meeting and needing to introduce oneself.
   • Each student in the group will be assigned a specific role (for example, 'the new student', 'the tourist', 'the coworker'). They should then create a short scene or dialogue using the greetings and introduction expressions in English they have learned. The goal is for them to practice the language in a playful and contextualized way.
   • The teacher should move around the room, assisting the groups as needed, correcting errors, and encouraging everyone's participation.

2. Business Card Composition Activity (5 - 7 minutes)

   • Still in groups, students will receive paper cards to create their own 'business cards' in English. They should include their name, age, nationality, and a greeting.
   • The teacher should provide models and examples to guide the writing of the cards. The goal is for students to practice the writing and pronunciation of greetings and introduction expressions in a creative and autonomous way.
   • After completing the activity, each group will present their card to the class, practicing pronunciation and oral fluency.

3. Question and Answer Game Activity (5 - 6 minutes)

   • To conclude the Development stage, the teacher should organize a question and answer game. Each group will receive a set of cards with questions and another with answers.
   • The questions and answers should be related to greetings, introductions, and associated vocabulary (for example, 'What is your name?', 'Where are you from?', 'How old are you?').
   • The goal of the game is for students to practice formulating questions and answers quickly and dynamically, reinforcing the vocabulary and structures learned during the lesson.
   • The teacher should monitor the game, correcting errors and encouraging all students' participation.

These activities are designed to promote interaction among students, develop their English communication skills, and reinforce the vocabulary and structures learned. Additionally, they provide students with the opportunity to apply what they have learned in a playful and meaningful way, which should increase their motivation and engagement in language learning.

Feedback (8 - 10 minutes)

1. Group Discussion (3 - 4 minutes)

   • The teacher should gather all students and promote a group discussion. Each group will have up to 2 minutes to share their solutions or conclusions from the activities carried out.
   • During the presentations, the teacher should encourage students to explain how they used the vocabulary and greeting and introduction expressions in their scenes, business cards, and the question and answer game.
   • The teacher should take this opportunity to correct any errors that may have occurred and provide positive feedback on the correct use of vocabulary and structures.

2. Connection to Theory (2 - 3 minutes)

   • After the presentations, the teacher should briefly recap the main structures, vocabulary, and greeting and introduction expressions covered during the lesson.
   • Next, the teacher should connect the practice of the activities with the theory, explaining how the skills of introducing oneself and greeting in English are essential for effective communication in a globalized world.
   • The teacher can highlight real-world examples to illustrate the relevance of the topic, such as travel situations, international business, or interactions with people from different cultures.

3. Individual Reflection (3 - 4 minutes)

   • To conclude the lesson, the teacher should propose that students reflect individually on what they have learned.
   • The teacher can ask direct questions to guide the reflection, such as:
     1. 'What was the most important concept you learned today?'
     2. 'Which words or expressions do you think you will use most frequently in your English interactions?'
   • Students should be encouraged to think critically and express their opinions respectfully.
   • The teacher should be open to hearing students' responses, value their contributions, and clarify any doubts that may arise.

Feedback is a crucial stage of the lesson plan, as it allows the teacher to assess students' progress, reinforce the concepts learned, and provide additional guidance if necessary. Furthermore, by promoting reflection and discussion, the teacher is encouraging active learning and autonomy among students, which is essential for developing effective language skills.

Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Summary of Contents (2 - 3 minutes)

   • The teacher should start the Conclusion by reviewing the main points covered during the lesson. This includes vocabulary related to names and greetings, basic introduction expressions, and question and answer structures used.
   • For example, the teacher can recap the most common greetings in English, such as 'Hello', 'Hi', 'Good morning', 'Good afternoon', 'Good evening', and 'What's up?' and the introduction structures, such as 'My name is...' and 'I am from...'.

2. Connection between Theory, Practice, and Applications (1 - 2 minutes)

   • The teacher should emphasize how the lesson connected theory, practice, and applications. This can be done, for example, by explaining how the role play activities, business card composition, and question and answer game allowed students to apply theory in a practical and contextualized manner.
   • The teacher can also mention the applications of what was learned, reinforcing the importance of knowing how to introduce oneself and greet in English for effective communication in different contexts, such as travel, international business, and multicultural interactions.

3. Extra Materials (1 minute)

   • The teacher should suggest extra materials for students who wish to deepen their knowledge on the subject. This may include language learning websites, vocabulary apps, instructional videos on YouTube, among others.
   • For example, the teacher can suggest that students practice the pronunciation of greetings and introduction expressions by watching videos of native speakers on YouTube.

4. Relevance of the Topic (1 - 2 minutes)

   • Finally, the teacher should explain the importance of the lesson's topic for students' daily lives. This can be done, for example, by highlighting the usefulness of knowing how to introduce oneself and greet in English in everyday situations, such as meeting new people, informal conversations, travels, etc.
   • The teacher can also mention how the ability to communicate effectively in English can open doors to academic and professional opportunities, given the global importance of the language.

The Conclusion is a vital stage of the lesson plan, as it allows the teacher to reinforce the main concepts, connect theory to practice and applications, and emphasize the relevance of the topic to students' lives. Furthermore, by providing extra materials for autonomous study, the teacher is encouraging the continuation of learning outside the school environment, which is essential for developing effective language skills.