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| Which subject | English as second |
| What topic | Describing people places things |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Adult courses |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
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| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Describing People, Places, and Things
Adult Learners
English as a Second Language
20 Students
The lesson aligns with the national curriculum's focus on developing speaking and listening skills, vocabulary enrichment, and enabling students to articulate clear descriptions.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Topic | 5 | Briefly introduce the topic of describing people, places, and things. Elicit prior knowledge. |
| 2 | Vocabulary Review | 5 | Review relevant adjectives and vocabulary from the previous lesson. Use flashcards for visual aid. |
| 3 | Checking Homework | 5 | Go through the homework quietly, discussing answers with students in pairs rather than presenting to the class. |
| 4 | Listening Activity | 7 | Play an audio clip where someone describes a person/place/object. Distribute handouts for note-taking. |
| 5 | Group Discussion | 5 | In small groups, have students discuss what they heard in the audio clip, encouraging the use of new vocabulary. |
| 6 | Speaking Practice | 5 | Students practice describing an assigned image in pairs, using the vocabulary and notes they've collected. |
| 7 | Assigning Homework | 3 | Assign homework related to the lesson topic, ensuring clarity on expectations and objectives. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today we are going to explore an exciting topic: describing people, places, and things. Can anyone tell me what we mean by 'describing'? Yes, that's right! It's about using words to give details about something. Can anyone share when they have had to describe something? Great! Let’s see how we can become better at using descriptive language in our daily lives."
"Now, let's have a quick review of some adjectives and vocabulary we covered in our last lesson. I have some flashcards here with different adjectives. Let's go through them together. For example, when I show you the card 'tall,' can you think of a person or thing that might be tall? Excellent! Let’s review some more: 'beautiful', 'ancient', 'colorful'. Can anyone give me an example for 'colorful'? Fantastic! Great job everyone! Keep these words in mind as we continue."
"Now, I’d like you to take out your homework. Instead of sharing answers with the whole class, I’d like you to work in pairs and discuss your answers with each other. This is a great opportunity to explain your thought process and help each other if you have different answers. I will come around and listen in to support you. Let’s spend the next five minutes on this."
"Let’s move on to our listening activity. I will now play an audio clip where a person describes a place. I want you to listen carefully and take notes on the adjectives and phrases that stand out to you. Pay attention to details because we will discuss it afterward. Here’s the handout for note-taking. Let’s listen!"
[Play audio clip]
"Did you catch everything? We'll talk about what you heard next."
"Now that you’ve listened to the audio, I want you to form small groups of four. Discuss within your groups what you heard in the clip. Use the new vocabulary and descriptors we've just reviewed. Remember to encourage each other to use as many adjectives as you can. You have five minutes for this discussion. Let’s get started!"
"Next, it's time for some speaking practice! I’d like each of you to look at the image assigned to you. In pairs, take turns describing your image to your partner. Use the vocabulary and notes that you've collected so far. Remember, the more descriptive, the better! You'll have five minutes—let’s begin!"
"As we wrap up the lesson, I want to assign you some homework. I would like you to write a short paragraph describing your favourite place using at least five adjectives. Make sure to be clear and detailed in your description. Please bring this to our next class. If you have any questions about this assignment, feel free to ask now. Thank you all for participating today! Have a great day!"
What does it mean to 'describe' something? Provide your own definition in your own words.
List five adjectives you learned in today's lesson. For each adjective, write a sentence using it to describe a person, place, or thing.
Think of a vivid memory you have of a place. Describe that place using at least three different adjectives.
After listening to the audio clip in class, what were two adjectives that stood out to you? Explain why you think they were effective in describing the place.
Characterize your favourite character from a book or film using at least five adjectives. What makes this character memorable based on your description?
Using the image you worked on during the speaking practice, write a detailed description of it. Include at least five adjectives and consider the details you noted during the activity.
For your homework, write a short paragraph describing your favourite place. Make sure to include at least five adjectives and provide vivid details to help others envision it.