First English Lesson Advanced +
ESL Lesson PlansFirst English Lesson Advanced +

First English Lesson Advanced +

This ESL lesson plan introduces proficiency level learners to engaging speaking exercises focused on speed chatting and talking about yourself. Structured for advanced and proficient English learners, the lesson includes quick conversation rounds on language goals, reflections on identity, and a group exercise where students describe themselves with action-oriented statements. This 60-minute session strengthens students’ conversational fluency and introspective skills, creating a dynamic, interactive classroom experience.

Skills

  • Can give clear, smoothly flowing, elaborate and often memorable descriptions.
  • Can communicate clearly detailed distinctions between ideas, concepts and things that closely resemble one other.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
Fully Customizable
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Speed chatting

There are 10 questions related to language learning goals and challenges placed around the classroom. Talk about them, making sure you don't spend more than two minutes on each. Rotate around the room so you can talk to multiple partners.
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What personal motivations drive you to learn a new language, and how do they influence your goals?
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How do you measure progress in your language learning journey, and what milestones are most meaningful to you?
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In what ways do cultural aspects of a language impact your approach to learning it?
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Have you ever faced challenges in maintaining motivation while pursuing language learning goals? If so, how did you overcome them?
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How important is it for you to achieve fluency versus being able to communicate effectively in everyday situations?
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What role does immersion play in your language learning experience, and have you sought out opportunities for it?
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How do you balance the technical aspects of language learning, such as grammar and vocabulary, with practical conversational skills?
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Can you share any strategies that have proven effective for you in retaining new vocabulary or phrases?
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How has technology changed the way you approach language learning compared to traditional methods?
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What advice would you give someone who is just starting their journey toward achieving language learning goals?
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Famous quote: 'We're not nouns, we're verbs'

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Describing yourself

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Let's play: Guess who?

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