The Evolution of Shopping
ESL Lesson PlansThe Evolution of Shopping

The Evolution of Shopping

This ESL lesson plan focuses on the evolution of shopping, using a flipped classroom model to engage B1-level teens. In this 90-minute individual lesson, students will develop reading, listening, and speaking skills by watching a video at home, answering comprehension questions, and discussing the future of shopping in class. The lesson highlights the role of technology, online shopping, and customer data in shaping modern retail, encouraging learners to think critically about consumer behavior.

Skills

  • Can understand the information content of the majority of recorded or broadcast material on topics of personal interest delivered in clear standard language.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
Fully Customizable
1

At home: Watch the video about thefuture of shopping and mark the sentences as True or False.

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The pandemic accelerated the shift towards online shopping.
2
In the 16th century, people had a wide variety of shops to choose from.
3
The internet has given consumers more power in deciding what products are popular.
4
Live streaming in China is primarily used for entertainment and gaming.
5
Nike uses customer data to inform its product development and store locations.
6
Shopify allows businesses to integrate e-commerce with social media.
2

At home: Watch the video again and answer the following questions.

3

Glossary

4

In class: Share your opinion on the following questions.

5

In class: Match these halves to discover interesting facts about the evolution of shopping throughout the years.

6

In class: Read the text.

7

In class: After reading the text and watching the video about the evolution of shopping, answer the following questions.

8

In class: Create a concept map that shows the key stages of the evolution of shopping, as well as the impact of technology and data on each stage.

9

In class: Read these opinions. Which one do you agree with the most and why?

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