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:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with sample articles and reviews
- Audio recordings of conversations about technology
- 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