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:

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thermometer showing high temperature and a slogan - are heatwaves getting worse?

Vocabulary: other ways to say “It’s very hot”
Functional language: talking about negative consequences
Speaking: conversation questions, brainstorming, creating an awareness campaign

5:52

dictionary definition of the word monopoly and a slogan - do big tech companies operate as monopolies

Vocabulary: economic terms (market share, market power, economies of scale, economic barriers to entry)
Vocabulary: competition (competitive advantage, stifle/hamper competition, to corner the market)
Reading: anti-competitive behaviour (price-fixing, predatory pricing, exclusive dealing)

6:04

2 women gossiping at work and a slogan - can gossip ever be a good thing?

Vocabulary: gossip (vent, backfire, spread rumors, engage in gossip, undermine someone’s authority, discredit someone)
Grammar: reported speech in the workplace and reported verbs (inform, state, announce, report)
Video: Workplace gossip (rules to avoid workplace gossip)

3:44

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a homanoid robot in a thoughtful pose and a slogan - what id your boss was an ai-powered robot

Vocabulary: personality adjectives (biased, decisive, fearless, selfless)
Vocabulary: verbs (threaten, enable, take over, wear out)
Speaking: conversation questions, debate, evaluating alternatives

3:12

a brain training or doing a workout with two dumbbells and a slogan - do you like puzzles

Vocabulary: riddles, puzzles and brainteasers
Video: The benefits of playing with puzzles
Idioms: idioms with “brain” and “puzzle”

3:00

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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.