High Beginners ESL Lesson Plans Book 1 - Softcover

Learning English Curriculum

Softcover

ISBN 10: 177245415X ISBN 13: 9781772454154

Publisher: Learning English Curriculum, 2023

Synopsis

20 Lesson Plans for High Beginners

Suitable for High School/Middle School students and language schools. Our High Beginners ESL Curriculum uses a conversational approach to English, stressing communication in a variety of everyday situations.

Reading and writing are included in each lesson, with numerous activities for practice, but listening and speaking are given the greatest emphasis. Basic grammar is introduced sequentially, then practiced in a variety of oral activities and written exercises.

Activities

• Oral Questions
• Small groups asking and answering questions then checking the answers provided
• Role-plays
• Gathering information using a pseudo name
• Word Bingo
• Two teams asking questions and giving answers

Grammar Points:

• Sentence word order
• Use of “in” and “on” with time
• Tag questions
• Comparative distances
• Comparatives
• Adjectives
• Articles
• Adverbs
• Using “would”
• Two word verbs
• Have got
• Expressing necessity

Comprehensive Multimedia Approach
Embedded links and QR code to video and audio files enhances lessons with an auditory and visual learning experience – includes multi-person conversations.

Student Reader - enriches reading comprehension and vocabulary

Student Workbook - workbook provides practical and engaging activities and exercises based on the lesson material. Reinforces learning, allowing students to practice and apply what they've learned from the reader.

Teacher’s Guide - has additional exercises, oral questions, answers to all exercises in the workbook, and provides clear instructions and structured guidance for teachers with intuitive and efficient lesson planning

Includes:

• 20 lessons - 20 - 40 hours of classroom time
• 5 tests
• 4 review lessons
• Glossary
• Conversational Approach
• Reading, Writing and Speaking Activities

A conversational approach to English as a Second Language (ESL) is an instructional method that focuses on developing the ability to communicate effectively in English through conversation and dialogue. Instead of solely focusing on grammar rules and vocabulary memorization, we emphasizes real-life communication skills and encourages students to practice speaking, listening, and interacting in English in a natural and conversational way.

Meaningful Conversations in Authentic Situations
Students engage through activities such as role-plays, discussions, debates, and group projects. Our emphasis is on learning how to express oneself effectively, rather than simply memorizing and regurgitating phrases or sentences.

Focus on Conversation
By focusing on conversation, this approach helps students develop not only their speaking and listening skills but also their vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. Students learn how to use English in a meaningful and contextually appropriate way, which helps them become more effective communicators in both social and professional settings.

Edition details

• Publisher: Learning English Curriculum
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 177245415X
• ISBN 13: 9781772454154
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 166