Streaming, Binge-Watching and Second Screens
ESL Lesson PlansStreaming, Binge-Watching and Second Screens

Streaming, Binge-Watching and Second Screens

Is TV even “TV” anymore? In this engaging B2 ESL lesson for adults, learners explore how streaming, binge-watching, and second screens have transformed the way we watch television. Through global trivia, a thought-provoking reading, vocabulary work, and discussion questions, students practise reading comprehension, media vocabulary, and speaking skills. The lesson also examines trends like algorithm-driven recommendations, international shows, and changing viewing habits—perfect for modern, tech-savvy ESL classrooms.

Skills

  • Can scan quickly through long and complex texts, locating relevant details.
  • Can account for and sustain their opinions in discussion by providing relevant explanations, arguments and comments.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
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1

Read the facts about the regions or countries.

Is it the same in your region? Compare with the situation in your country.

1. People in South Korea spend the most time watching TV daily, averaging over four hours.

2. In Japan, TV shows often air live karaoke segments that encourage audience participation at home.

3. India has the largest number of TV viewers in the world.

4. In many European countries, people prefer watching TV during prime time between 7 and 10 p.m.

5. In the United States, cable subscriptions have declined as more people turn to on-demand streaming.

6. Latin American viewers often watch telenovelas, which dominate prime-time TV schedules regionally.

7. TV ownership is growing rapidly in African countries.

2

Skim through the article and choose the title that fits best.

3

Read the text closely and decide if the following statements are true or false.

4

Find the following words and phrases in the text and try to explain their meaning. Then match them to the definitions below.

5

Discuss the following questions with your group.