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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectEnglish as second
What age groupAdult courses
What topicPresent perfect
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Kick-off Your Lesson: The Present Perfect Tense

Introduction: Journey Through Time

Imagine you're an explorer setting out on a journey through the landscape of time. You have a map before you representing three distinct areas: the past, the present, and the future. Today’s adventure will focus on a special bridge that connects your experiences in the past to the current moment: the Present Perfect Tense.

Activity: Experience Sharing

Opening Question

To set the stage, begin by asking your adult learners:

"What is one achievement or experience from your past that has shaped who you are today?"

Encourage participants to think of moments that are relevant to their personal or professional lives.

Small Group Discussion

  1. Form Small Groups: Divide the class into groups of four or five.
  2. Share Experiences: Give each group five minutes to discuss their chosen achievements or experiences.
  3. Use Prompts: Encourage the use of the following prompts to facilitate the conversation:
    • "I have travelled to..."
    • "I have learned to..."
    • "I have visited..."

Group Feedback

After the discussion, regroup as a class. Invite each group to share one interesting experience from their conversation. As learners share, write their sentences on the board, highlighting the use of the present perfect tense.

Conclusion: Understanding the Structure

Finish the introduction by explaining the structure and purpose of the present perfect tense. Point out that it is used to link past experiences to the present moment by using the construction “have/has + past participle.” This will provide a robust foundation for the upcoming lesson on the rules and uses of the present perfect tense.

Transition to Lesson

Now that your learners have shared personal experiences and have engagement through conversation, smoothly transition into teaching the specifics of the present perfect tense, its forms, common usages, and its role in everyday communication.

With this creative start, you set an engaging tone for the lesson while fostering a personal connection among participants, making learning about the present perfect tense both relevant and enjoyable.