aidemia--modules-lessonanyideas_request	Give a creative idea how to organize and what to do at a part of the lesson
What part of a lesson	Practice
Which subject	English as second
What age group	Doesn't matter
What topic	watching a video of a tennis match with the sound off and the student doing the commentory
Quantity	1
Any other preferences	fun and interactive

Lesson Part: Practice - Tennis Commentary Activity

Objective

To enhance listening, speaking, and comprehension skills in English through a fun and interactive commentary activity based on a silent video of a tennis match.

Materials Needed

• A video of a tennis match with the sound turned off (e.g., a well-known match).
• Projector or large screen for displaying the video.
• Whiteboard and markers.
• Clay modeling tools or simple props (optional).
• Timer.
• Scoring sheet for peer feedback (optional).

Activity Overview

Students will work in pairs or small groups to create and deliver a commentary for a silent tennis match. This activity promotes language skills while encouraging creativity and teamwork.

Steps for the Activity

1. Warm-Up Discussion (10 minutes)

• Begin with a brief discussion about tennis. Ask students:
  • What do they know about the sport?
  • Who are some famous tennis players?
  • What exciting moments can occur during a match?
• Write key vocabulary on the board (e.g., serve, volley, ace, rally, etc.).

2. Watch the Video (5 minutes)

• Play the chosen video clip of the tennis match without any sound.
• Encourage students to pay close attention to the players' actions, expressions, and crowd reactions.

3. Group Formation (5 minutes)

• Divide the class into pairs or small groups of 3-4 students.
• Explain that each group will create their own commentary for the video they watched.

4. Planning Commentary (15 minutes)

• Each group will have 15 minutes to discuss and outline their commentary:
  • Use notes from the warm-up discussion to brainstorm vocabulary and phrases they want to use.
  • Assign roles within the group (e.g., play-by-play commentator, analyst, crowd commentator).
  • Plan key moments to highlight during their commentary, incorporating humor and enthusiasm.

5. Rehearsal Time (10 minutes)

• Groups will practice delivering their commentary in front of each other, giving constructive feedback after each performance.

6. Perform the Commentary (20 minutes)

• Each group will present their commentary while the video plays.
• Encourage creativity! Groups can use props, imitate player voices, and create crowd reactions or sound effects to enhance their presentation.

7. Peer Feedback (10 minutes)

• After each group performance, allow a few minutes for peer feedback.
• Use a scoring sheet with criteria such as clarity, creativity, enthusiasm, and use of vocabulary.
• Each group can give each other both positive comments and constructive suggestions.

8. Wrap-Up Discussion (5 minutes)

• Bring the class back together for a wrap-up discussion.
• Ask questions such as:
  • What was your favorite part about the commentary?
  • How did you feel about working in a group?
  • What did you learn about tennis or using English in a fun context?

Conclusion

This interactive commentary activity not only helps students practice their English speaking skills in a fun way, but also encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity. By connecting language learning to real-world contexts like sports, students engage more deeply with the material and enjoy the process.

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Feel free to adapt or modify any section of the activity to better fit the needs and proficiency levels of your students!