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Lesson Plan: Grammar in Context - English as a Second Language

Subject

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Topic

Grammar lesson for pre-intermediate students at the DMV office

Duration

30 minutes

Audience

Adult learners

Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Identify and use present simple and present continuous tenses.
2. Use appropriate grammar structures when discussing daily activities related to DMV services.
3. Improve their ability to communicate effectively in practical DMV situations.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed handouts with examples
• Sample conversation scenarios related to DMV services
• Timer for activities

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Warm-up Activity:
  • Ask students to share their experiences at the DMV. Use this to introduce the context.

Presentation (10 minutes)

• Grammar Focus:

  • Present Simple: Used for routines and habitual actions (e.g., “I go to the DMV every year.”).
  • Present Continuous: Used for actions happening right now (e.g., “I am standing in line at the DMV.”).

• Examples:

  • Write sentences on the board using both tenses.
  • Discuss the differences between them.

Practice (10 minutes)

• Group Activity:
  • In small groups, students will create a short dialogue that includes both tenses.
  • Example prompt: "Create a conversation between two people at the DMV. One is asking about the process, and the other is explaining what they are doing."

Production (5 minutes)

• Share Dialogues:
  • Groups share their dialogues with the class.
  • Give constructive feedback, focusing on the correct use of tenses.

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Homework Assignment

Tasks

1. Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) about a visit to the DMV using both present simple and present continuous tenses.

2. Complete the following sentences by choosing the correct tense (present simple or present continuous):

   a. Every Saturday, I ___ (visit) the DMV to check for updates.

   b. Right now, I ___ (wait) for my number to be called.

   c. My friend ___ (have) a driving test next week.

   d. She ___ (take) her driving test right now.

Correct Answers

1. Answers will vary for the paragraph writing task. Ensure students use both tenses correctly.
2. Sentence Completion: a. visit b. am waiting c. is having d. is taking

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Conclusion

Wrap up by emphasizing the importance of using the correct verb tenses in daily conversations, especially in functional settings like the DMV. Encourage students to practice these structures in real-world situations to build confidence.