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 couple walking at the beach and a slogan "what's the secret of a healthy relationship?"

Vocabulary and word formation: commitment, empathy, intimacy, adaptability, forgiveness
Idioms: see eye to eye, have a bright future, stand the test of time,keep the spark alive
Functional language: talking about deal-breakers in a relationship

5.30

a person working on the beavh and a slogan "wwould you like to be able to work from anywhere?"

Vocabulary: solopreneur, workation, location independence, flexible schedule, hot desking, co-working
Speaking: ideal work environment, future work trends, things to take into account when choosing a destrination as a digital nomad, how popular digital nomad destinations have changed
Video:  The truth about being a digital nomad

6:30

a person looking at a dating app profile and a slogan "modern dating lingo"

Vocabulary: buzzwords and millanial dating slang words (ghosting, benching, breadcrumbing, catfishing, zombieing)
Videos: “Modern dating red flags”, and “Swipe right into: navigating the latest dating scene”
Speaking: Conversation questions, advantages and disadvantages, finding solutions

5:00

a photo of an ace castle and a slogan "which winter festival would you most like to visit?"

Vocabulary: verbs (stroll, wander, dive into, soak in, delve into, indulge in, sample)
Vocabulary: adjectives (dazzling, awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping, quirky, cozy)
Speaking: comparing winter and summer festivals, conversation questions, design your own winter festival

6:00

a business woman holding a suitcase and climbing up a ladder made of books, illlustrating career advancement, and a slogan "would you like to get promoted this year?"

Vocabulary: getting promoted (get promoted, land a job, leverage something, stand out, get ahead)
Speaking: Ways to get promoted, overcoming obstacles, personal reflection
Video: “What you need to know to get promoted in 2024”

 

6:43

a businessman in a suit walking on a wooden log and a lightning hitting it in the middle, and the slogan "do you know how to deal with setbacks"?

Expressions: to move on, to hold a grudge, to do someone wrong
Speaking: setbacks and failure
Video: How successful people deal with setbacks

2:21

a woman in a sensory deprivation tank doing floatation therapy and a slogan - would you try a sensory deprivation tank?

Speaking: brainstorming vocabulary related to the senses, conversation questions
Video: How sensory deprivation and floating impacts the brain
Vocabulary: verbs related to the different senses (stare, gaze, eavesdrop, overhear, nibble, devour)

6:15

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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.