Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Understand the Future Perfect in English: Students should be able to understand the concept of the Future Perfect in English and how it differs from other verb tenses. This includes understanding the structure of the Future Perfect, when it is used, and how it is formed.

2. Identify the Future Perfect in Context: Students should be able to identify the use of the Future Perfect in English texts or conversations. This includes the ability to differentiate the Future Perfect from other verb tenses and to use the context to understand the meaning of the Future Perfect.

3. Practice Using the Future Perfect: Students should be able to use the Future Perfect correctly in their own written and oral productions. This includes the ability to conjugate verbs in the Future Perfect and to use the verb tense appropriately in different situations.

Secondary Objectives:

• Improve Overall Understanding of English Grammar: By studying the Future Perfect, students will also be reinforcing their overall understanding of English grammar, including the structure of verb tenses and the use of auxiliaries.

• Enhance Reading and Writing Skills in English: By practicing the use of the Future Perfect, students will also be working on their reading and writing skills in English, especially in relation to text interpretation and written production.

• Develop Confidence in English Communication: By gaining more fluency in using the Future Perfect, students will also gain more confidence in their ability to communicate effectively in English, both in speaking and writing.

Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)

1. Review of Previous Content: The teacher should start the lesson by reminding students of the verb tenses already studied, especially the Simple Present, Simple Past, and Simple Future. This can be done through a quick quiz or review game to stimulate student participation and ensure they are prepared to learn about the Future Perfect.

2. Problem Situation 1: The teacher can then present two sentences to the students: "By the time I graduate, I will have studied for 10 years" and "By next week, I will have finished my project". The teacher should ask the students what they notice differently in these sentences compared to the Simple Future. This discussion should lead students to realize that these sentences are in the Future Perfect.

3. Problem Situation 2: Next, the teacher can present the following situation: "Imagine you have a very important exam in a month. You have been studying for 3 hours a day. How long will you have studied by the day of the exam?" This situation should lead students to realize that, to express the idea of a completed action in the future, they need to use the Future Perfect.

4. Contextualization: The teacher can then explain that the Future Perfect is used to talk about actions that will be completed before a specific moment in the future. This can be useful in a variety of situations, such as planning projects, making predictions, or talking about future expectations. For example, "By this time next year, I will have graduated from college" or "I will have finished my work by the end of the day".

5. Introduction of the Topic: To introduce the topic in a more engaging way, the teacher can share some curiosities or interesting facts about the Future Perfect. For example, the Future Perfect is generally used with the adverb "by" to indicate the expected time for the completion of an action. Another curiosity is that, although the Future Perfect is a relatively complex verb tense, it is often used in everyday English conversations, and therefore it is important for students to learn how to use it correctly.

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

1. Activity 1 - "Time Travelers" (10 - 12 minutes): This playful and interactive activity involves students in a time travel scenario, where they need to use the Future Perfect to describe actions completed before a specific moment in the future.

   • Step 1: The teacher divides the class into groups of 3 to 4 students and gives each group a large sheet of paper and colored pens.

   • Step 2: Each group should draw a time travel scenario, with a starting point (the "present") and an ending point (the "future").

   • Step 3: Next, students should discuss and write down at least 5 actions that would have occurred in the scenario before the end point of the time travel. They should write these actions in the Future Perfect, for example, "By the time we arrive in the future, we will have explored ancient civilizations, learned to speak the language of the dinosaurs, and discovered the cure for the common cold".

   • Step 4: After all groups finish their scenarios, they should present them to the class, explaining the actions that would have occurred in the Future Perfect.

   • Step 5: The teacher should then review the presentations, correct any errors, and provide feedback. This is an opportunity for the teacher to reinforce the concept of the Future Perfect and clarify any doubts students may have.

2. Activity 2 - "News from the Future" (10 - 12 minutes): In this activity, students should imagine they are reporters from the future, sending news about actions that will have been completed before a specific moment.

   • Step 1: The teacher gives each group a sheet of paper with a number of days in the future (for example, 7 days, 1 month, 1 year, etc.).

   • Step 2: Each group should then imagine a news story that could be sent to the present, describing an action that will have been completed by the indicated day. For example, "By the end of the week, scientists will have discovered a new planet" or "By this time next year, our team will have won the championship".

   • Step 3: Students should write their news stories in the Future Perfect and draw an image to accompany them.

   • Step 4: When all groups finish, they should present their news and images to the class.

   • Step 5: The teacher should again review the presentations, correct any errors, and provide feedback. This is another opportunity for the teacher to reinforce the use of the Future Perfect and clarify any doubts students may have.

3. Activity 3 - "Role Play: Future Plans" (optional, if time allows) (5 - 7 minutes): In this role play activity, students should use the Future Perfect to talk about their plans for the future.

   • Step 1: The teacher pairs up the students and gives each pair a role play situation, such as "You and your friend are graduating from high school and are planning a graduation party. Use the Future Perfect to talk about what you will have done to prepare for the party by the day of the party." or "You and your partner are planning a vacation. Use the Future Perfect to talk about what you will have done to prepare for the trip by the day of the trip.".

   • Step 2: Students should then practice the role play, speaking in English and using the Future Perfect.

   • Step 3: After all pairs finish, they should present their role play to the class.

   • Step 4: The teacher should review the presentations, correct any errors, and provide feedback. This is the final opportunity for the teacher to reinforce the use of the Future Perfect and clarify any doubts students may have.

Feedback (8 - 10 minutes)

1. Group Discussion (3 - 4 minutes): The teacher should gather all students in a discussion circle and ask each group to share their solutions or conclusions from the activities. This will allow students to learn from each other and the teacher to identify any areas of confusion that may still exist. During the discussion, the teacher should ensure that all students have the opportunity to speak and that all contributions are valued.

   • Step 1: The teacher initiates the discussion by asking each group to briefly share what they learned from the activities.

   • Step 2: The teacher asks questions to stimulate discussion and deepen students' understanding of the topic. For example: "How is the Future Perfect used to talk about actions completed before a specific moment in the future?" or "What were the challenges of using the Future Perfect in the activities and how did you overcome them?".

   • Step 3: The teacher encourages students to ask each other questions and offer suggestions or constructive comments. This will help promote a collaborative learning atmosphere and develop students' listening and communication skills.

2. Connection to Theory (2 - 3 minutes): After the group discussion, the teacher should quickly review the theoretical concepts of the Future Perfect, recalling the structure of the verb tense, the formation rules, and the main uses. The teacher should then connect these concepts with the students' findings and experiences during the activities.

   • Step 1: The teacher begins the review by recalling the definition of the Future Perfect and its basic structure.

   • Step 2: The teacher then reviews the main formation rules of the Future Perfect, including the use of the auxiliary "will have" and the main verb in the past participle.

   • Step 3: The teacher makes connections between the theory and the activities, highlighting how students used the Future Perfect to talk about actions completed before a specific moment in the future.

3. Final 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 guiding questions, such as:

   • Step 1: "What was the most important concept you learned today about the Future Perfect?".

   • Step 2: "What questions have not been answered yet? What would you like to learn more about the Future Perfect?".

   • Step 3: "How can you apply what you learned today about the Future Perfect in real English communication situations?".

   • Step 4: After a minute of reflection, the teacher can ask some students to share their answers with the class. This is an opportunity for the teacher to assess students' understanding and for students to learn from each other.

4. Feedback and Closure (1 minute): Finally, the teacher should thank the students for their participation and effort during the lesson. The teacher should reinforce the importance of the Future Perfect for communication in English and encourage students to continue practicing the use of this verb tense in their own written and oral productions. The teacher can also provide general feedback on the lesson, highlighting strengths and suggesting areas for improvement. For example, "Well done, class! Today we saw how to use the Future Perfect to talk about actions completed before a specific moment in the future. Most of you did a good job using the Future Perfect in the activities, but remember to pay attention to the structure of the verb tense. Keep practicing and you will become experts in the Future Perfect soon!".