Education ESL lesson plans

For ESL teachers focusing on the theme of education, The English Flows’ video-based lesson plans offer a comprehensive approach to exploring various educational topics. Each lesson covers key areas such as the educational system, learning styles, lifelong learning, challenges in education, higher education, apprenticeships, university studies, training and skills development, and effective learning methods. These topics are highly relevant and will engage students in meaningful discussions.

all our worksheets about education

how to turn an internship into a full-time job?

Vocabulary: expressions related to internships (gain hands-on experience, gain industry insights, bring to the table, get a foot in the door)
Speaking: talking about your internship at a job interview, advantages of internships, discussing statements and conversation questions
Video: How to turn an internship into a job offer

2:24

chuldren paiting outdoors, and a slogan "do children have too many extracurricular activities nowadays"?

Vocabulary: extracurricular activities, skills
Video: Studies suggest too many extracurricular activities may be harmful to kids
Speaking: evaluating pros and cons of extracurricular activities, opinions, summer activities for children

2:22

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a man taking notes while learning online with a slogan - do you know how to learn effectively?

Vocabulary: retention, engagement, to track progress, feedback, cramming
Vocabulary: expressions with “learn” (learn by heart, learn the hard way, learn by doing, learn the basics, learn your lesson)
Video: Spaced repetition: the most powerful study technique

2:32

a mentor showing an apprentice how to operate a machine and a slogan - is going to university always the best choice?

Vocabulary: on-the-job, in-demand, hands-on
Reading: routes to take after high-school
Video: apprenticeships vs university: which is best?

5:56

a woman reading a book and a slogan - do you like reading

Speaking: conversation questions, debates, brainstorming
Vocabulary: books (genres, adjectives to describe books, book formats, parts of a book and a story)
Video: Why you should read every day – benefits of reading

3:19

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a person with a notepad and a laptop and a slogan - how to set smart goals

Collocations: verb + goal
Video: How to set SMART language learning goals
Speaking: conversation questions about languages and language learning, set language-learning goals

4:23

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a photo of the globe with a post-in english on it, and a slogan - how did english become a lingua franca?

Vocabulary: collocations (language barrier, mother tongue, lingua franca)
Functional language: talking about language ability
Speaking: questions, improve your English checklist

6:11

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Explore our Education teaching materials

Try out The English Flows’ Education lesson plans if you are an ESL teacher whose students are:

  • Teachers, Educators, and Education students: Non-native English-speaking teachers and educators who need to improve their English skills to teach in English-speaking institutions or deliver lessons in English.
  • International Students: Students preparing to study abroad in English-speaking countries, needing to understand educational terminology and classroom communication.
  • Parents: Non-native English-speaking parents who want to engage more effectively with their children's education in English-speaking schools, including parent-teacher meetings and understanding school communications.
  • School Administrators: Individuals working in school administration who need to communicate with teachers, parents, and students in English.

Each lesson includes 5-8 pages of in-class material designed to thoroughly explore educational topics. Education is a broad and relatable subject that stimulates discussion and engages ESL learners. Exploring different educational systems, discussing learning styles, or examining the impact of technology in classrooms offers numerous opportunities for meaningful language practice and interaction.

Every lesson plan includes

Pre-class online activities
(Free)

In-class activities
(For Full members)

After class: Additional resources
(Free)