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UPPER-INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED (B2 / C1) ESL LESSON PLANS

Explore our collection of advanced level video-based ESL lesson plans, designed for teachers of adult and Business English students. Our goal is to offer a rich resource for educators and learners seeking high-quality, engaging, and effective English language instruction.

Upper-intermediate and Advanced ESL lesson plans:

a photo of money under a mattress, and a slogan "how big is the shadow economy?"

Tackling the shadow economy

This B2–C1 English lesson on the shadow economy explores why people and businesses operate outside the formal economy and what consequences this can have for workers, businesses, consumers, and governments. Students learn key vocabulary related to taxes, employment, compliance, and workers’ rights, and develop the language needed to discuss the causes of the informal economy, as well as possible ways to reduce it.

B2 / C1

Business ESL lesson plans

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an exhausted person resting their head on their keyboard with a stone with "back to work" written on it and a slogan - how to deal with the holiday blues

Returning to work after a vacation

Vocabulary: idioms and expressions (to get back into the groove of things, back to the grind, post-vacation fatigue, vacation blues, hit the ground running)
Video: Getting over your post-vacation slump
Speaking: conversation questions, brinstorming, role-play

For B1-B2 level students, the lesson “Back to work after a vacation” would be more suitable.

B2 / C1

Business ESL lesson plans

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a person playing the guitar and a slogan "is early specialization the best way?"

The 10,000-hour myth: How to master a skill

This B2–C1 English lesson on how to master a skill explores what really helps people become good at something. Students discuss factors that influence skill development. The lesson also challenges the popular 10,000-hour rule and introduces the ideas of sampling, specialization, kind and wicked learning environments, and cross-domain thinking. Students learn useful English expressions to talk about skill development.

B2 / C1

Education ESL lesson plans

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a photo of a vudu doll and a slogan "does revenge help us move on?"

The bittersweet taste of revenge

This B2–C1 ESL lesson explores the psychology of revenge, why people seek retaliation, and whether getting even actually helps us move on. Students investigate the difference between revenge and justice, examine famous examples of revenge involving public figures.

B2 / C1

Lifestyle ESL lesson plans

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What can you expect from our advanced video-based ESL lesson plans?

  • Pre-class activities: To enhance the learning experience, every video-based ESL lesson includes pre-class online activities, ensuring that students arrive prepared and ready to engage with the lesson content. These online activities not only serve as a valuable introduction to the lesson but also allow students to explore key concepts independently, promoting a deeper understanding of the upcoming material.
  • Comprehensive materials: Each lesson consists of 5 to 8 pages of in-class material. In our B2-C1 ESL lesson plans, you'll find advanced-level vocabulary and grammar seamlessly integrated to ensure your students acquire and excel in language skills applicable in real-life contexts. The curriculum is designed to challenge advanced learners and enable them to express themselves with greater precision and confidence. The goal is to equip students with the linguistic tools necessary to navigate complex discussions, professional environments, and a wide range of real-world situations effectively.
  • Video Content: Each lesson plan comes with a short video which will challenge and engage your advanced learners. These videos serve as the focal point for each lesson, sparking discussion and enhancing comprehension. They expose students to a wide range of accents, contexts, and communication styles, making the learning experience both educational and entertaining.
  • Emphasis on communication: Our lesson plans emphasise active communication, providing a range of speaking activities that foster lively classroom discussions, debates, and presentations. This creates numerous opportunities for your students to practise and enhance their speaking skills.These activities encourage students to express their thoughts, engage in thoughtful debates, and present their perspectives effectively. We aim to create a dynamic learning environment where students can confidently use English for real-life communication.
  • Additional resources: To support your teaching objectives, each lesson plan is complemented with additional resources. You can find links to related videos and articles, enabling students to delve deeper into the subject or explore alternative perspectives.These additional resources are designed to broaden students' knowledge and encourage critical thinking.

Incorporate our upper-intermediate and advanced ESL lesson plans into your teaching toolkit, and provide your students with the comprehensive resources and engaging content they need to excel in real-world English communication.