Is Talking to Yourself Normal?
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Is Talking to Yourself Normal?

This lesson plan is perfect for teens at the B2 level. The 90-minute group lesson focuses on developing reading and speaking skills through task-based learning (TBL), including a TED Talk video, interactive activities, and a writing exercise to reinforce positive self-talk strategies.

Skills

  • Can help along the progress of the work by inviting others to join in, and express what they think.
90 minB2 (Upper-Intermediate)TeensGroupVideoListeningSpeakingBased on Ted Talks
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
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1

What do you know about self-talk? Discuss the questions below with your partner.

1
Have you ever caught yourself talking to yourself?
2
How did it make you feel?
3
What are some reasons why people might talk to themselves?
4
Do you think it could have benefits or drawbacks?
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Points
2

You will watch a video about the concept of self-talk. Before you start, look at the vocabulary list and match the words to their definitions.

3

Watch the first part of the video and answer the questions.

4

Watch the rest of the video and mark the sentences as true or false.

5

Divide into two groups to create a mind map. Group A will present the benefits of self-talk, while Group B will outline arguments against it. Take time to prepare three to five main points for your position, along with supporting details.

6

It's presentation time!

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