A2 Level Lesson Plan – Unit 8: Technology and Media

Lesson Objective:

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

  • Discuss technology trends and social media habits
  • Use key vocabulary related to gadgets, media platforms, and entertainment
  • Understand simple articles and reviews
  • Express opinions about technology and media
  • Write and share a review of a movie, book, or digital media content

Lesson Duration: 90 minutes (can be delivered in two 45-minute sessions)

Materials Needed:

  1. Whiteboard and markers
  2. Handouts with sample articles and reviews
  3. Audio recordings of conversations about technology
  4. Writing materials for students

Session 1: Speaking, Listening, and Reading (45 minutes)

Warm-Up: Tech Talk Starters (5–7 minutes)

Prompt: “What’s your favorite piece of technology, and why?”

  • Write a few categories on the board: gadgets, apps, websites, games, social media.
  • Students work in pairs and choose one to talk about for 2 minutes each.
  • Whole class: Share a few interesting answers.

Vocabulary Focus: Tech and Media Words (10 minutes)

  • Present vocabulary: smartphone, tablet, streaming, app, upload, download, social media, post, gaming, screen time.
  • Use pictures or real items if possible.
  • Drill pronunciation + mini matching or sorting activity (word → definition or picture).
    • Extra tip: Include some fun example sentences with a gap-fill quiz or mini “tech bingo.”

Discussion Activity: Trends & Habits (15 minutes)

  • Prompt questions (on board or printed):
    • How much time do you spend online?
    • What do you do most—watch videos, play games, read news, chat with friends?
    • Is social media good or bad? Why?
  • Group students in pairs/small groups with discussion task cards.
  • After discussion, students report one key idea from their group to the class.

Reading Task: What’s New in Tech? (10 minutes)

  • Give students a short, simplified article or a tech blog/review (e.g., “Top 3 New Apps” or “A Review of a New Streaming Series”).
  • Task:
    • Highlight technology words
    • Find the main idea
    • Answer 3–4 simple comprehension questions
  • Brief class feedback

Listening Practice: Real Tech Talk (3–5 minutes)

  • Play a short audio clip or video: e.g., “Talking about my new phone” or “Which app do you like best?”
  • Students match phrases from the audio to vocabulary on a worksheet or write down 3 expressions they heard.
  • Quick peer-check, then whole-class review.

Session 2: Writing, Sharing, and Reflection (45 minutes)

Vocabulary Recap Game (5–10 minutes)

  • Play a team game: “Tech Taboo” or “Find Someone Who…” with tech-related prompts.
  • Review key vocabulary interactively.

Writing Task: Review a Movie, Book, or Game (20 minutes)

  • Model a short review on the board (with structure: Title, Summary, Opinion, Rating).
  • Students choose one: a movie, a book, a YouTube channel, or a game.
  • Scaffold with a simple outline or writing template.
  • Encourage use of at least 5 tech/media vocabulary words.

Sharing and Peer Feedback (10 minutes)

  • Pair students: Read each other’s reviews and give simple feedback:
    • Is it clear?
    • What did you like about it?
    • Can you suggest one improvement?
      • Optional: Create a “Student Review Wall” in the classroom or online platform.

Wrap-Up and Class Reflection (5 minutes)

  • Whole-class discussion:
    • “How has technology changed your life?”
    • “What was the most useful phrase or word today?”
  • End with a quick “tech word quiz” or exit ticket: each student writes one word or sentence they remember.

Homework Extension

Write a short paragraph: “The advantages and disadvantages of technology today.”
(Optional extension: Record a short voice message or video summary for speaking practice.)

Assessment Suggestions

  • Informal observation during discussions
  • Vocabulary quizzes/games
  • Review of written work
  • Peer feedback
  • Exit tickets/reflection responses