INTERMEDIATE AND UPPER-INTERMEDIATE (B1 / B2) ESL LESSON PLANS

Discover a diverse collection of video-based ESL lesson plans for students at intermediate and upper-intermediate (B1-B2) level. Our goal is to empower educators with a wealth of engaging resources that foster effective language learning. Each lesson in this category features a short video, useful vocabulary, and a diverse range of communicative activities.

Intermediate and Upper-intermediate ESL lesson plans

a person playing rubik's cube in front of a laptop and a slogan - do you get distracted easily?

Vocabulary: distractions (clutter, gossip, multitasking, micromanagement)
Video: How to smash distractions
Collocations: attention (undivided attention, scant attention, unwelcome attention)

4:27

a phone with many apps installed and a slogan + do you need a socal media detox?

Collocations: social media (e.g. update a profile, share a post, tag someone)
Video: Social Media Detox Tips: How to Quit Social Media Forever
Speaking: discussion statements, questions

4:55

two children playing and a slogan - when to start giving children pockt money

Vocabulary: chores (e.g. ironing, doing the laundry, doing the washing-up)
Vocabulary: budgeting and money (lend, to budget, allowance, pocket money)
Confusing words: raise, bring up, educate, look after

3:00

a child planting a tree and a slogan - where should we plant more trees

Vocabulary: nature (soil, stream, timber, wildfire, flood)
Mini-grammar: by far
Confusing words: breath/breathe, current/actual, dessert/desert, shade/shadow

5:26

a person jumping in mountains ans a slogan - what can we learn from sports psychology

Vocabulary: personality traits (resilience, self-confidence, drive, humility)
Mini grammar: the+comparative….., the+comparative
Video: “4 secrets from sports psychology you can use in everyday life”

4:31

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What our B1 / B2 lesson plans offer:

  • Online Pre-class Activities: For ESL teachers who wish to embrace the blended learning approach, there are online pre-class activities provided for every lesson. By giving students resources before the actual class session, educators can enhance comprehension, and prepare students for meaningful in-class discussions, promoting flexibility and a deeper, more interactive learning experience.
  • Current and Relevant Topics: We carefully select the topics for our video-based ESL lesson plans, making sure they are current and relevant, including breaking news, business trends, and other contemporary subjects. When students engage with material they can relate to, their learning experience becomes more effective and meaningful. These topics aim not only to engage but also to be informative about the world around us, providing students with a broader perspective and deeper understanding, and sparking their curiosity.
  • Engaging Video Content: Immerse students in real-life language use through short YouTube videos that enhance listening and comprehension skills. These videos allow students to explore various accents, contexts, and communication styles, making the learning experience more interactive and entertaining. By exposing students to authentic conversations and expressions, they can develop their ability to understand and use the language in real-world situations, which is essential for positive learning outcomes.
  • Communicative Activities: The lesson plans include a variety of practical activities designed to actively involve students in conversations, helping them to develop their speaking and listening skills. These activities go beyond passive learning and encourage students to interact, express their thoughts, and participate in discussions, debates, role-plays, and more. Through these exercises, students not only practise the language but also gain confidence in their ability to communicate effectively in both social and professional contexts.

The video-based ESL lesson plans in this category are a valuable asset for ESL instructors working with intermediate (B1-B2) adult learners. These materials offer a balanced approach, promoting active engagement, developing speaking proficiency, and enhancing comprehension in both General and Business English.