I am an ESL/EALD/EFL teacher based in Australia. I have taught for decades in schools, Tertiary institutions and language schools in 4 different countries. I teach adult students - migrants, refugees and International students who want to learn or improve their English. Their levels range from complete beginners to almost native speaker level. I also help students prefer for a variety of exams - IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Exams, OLNA (a basic literacy and numeracy test specific to Australia). I now
I am an ESL/EALD/EFL teacher based in Australia. I have taught for decades in schools, Tertiary institutions and language schools in 4 different countries. I teach adult students - migrants, refugees and International students who want to learn or improve their English. Their levels range from complete beginners to almost native speaker level. I also help students prefer for a variety of exams - IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Exams, OLNA (a basic literacy and numeracy test specific to Australia). I now
This is an integrated reading lesson for beginner level Adult ESL Students based on Halloween. It incorporates Halloween related vocabulary as well as a grammar focus on simple prepositions of place. I use this lesson with a mixed ability beginner Adult Migrant Class. There is plenty of opportunity to differentiate learning according to your students’ levels and needs.
What’s included:
4 short reading texts and 2 types of comprehension questions
3 Vocabulary activities
Lots of pictures to illustrate the vocabulary
Grammar Focus -Prepositions of place
Reading and reordering a set of instructions
Multi level tasks
Teachers notes
Answer key
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated
Thank you for visiting my store. If you found this product useful/time saving/interesting, please leave a review - it would be greatly appreciated.
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This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Here are some other beginner resources in my store that you may like:
Complete Beginners ESL Lesson - My Family and I (Present Simple - very easy )
Adult ESL Beginners: Jobs (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL - Daily Routines (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL Speaking and Listening
Adult Beginners ESL Introduction to the Present Continuous
Description
Do you need to teach relative clauses to your adult ESL students? This is a complete grammar lesson focused on defining relative clauses introduced through the context of a reading text.
It is designed for students who are Intermediate level and above and ideal for IELTS or other academic English courses. It focuses on the use of relative clause for combining ideas or writing complex sentences.
It is a low prep/ready to go lesson with content that is interesting and relevant for adult students. Activities are a mix of individual, pair and group work.
This lesson can be used with a class - as an independent learning package or with online students… There are opportunities for differentiation if necessary.
What’s included:
A reading passage with MC questions and a Vocab Activity
Identifying relative pronouns and relative clauses in context
Detailed Grammar Focus (3 pages)
3 grammar practice exercises
48 Task Cards based on topics relevant to academic English or IELTS which can be used in a number of ways
This resource may contain UK/Australian spelling and prints to A4 paper.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
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If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
This resource includes 6 ‘Getting to Know You’ activities suitable for Intermediate level Adult ESL students, that are great Back to School activities.
These resources are not intended to be a complete lesson but a variety of activities that can be used as part of other lessons. The activities in this resource stand alone and can be done in any order.
They are great for starting a new year or term because:
They help students to get to know each other
They help you to get the know the students and also assess their level of English
They are especially useful at the beginning of a course as ‘getting to know you’ activities, but they also work at other times of the year too and are a great way to get students talking. So if you don’t use them all you can keep them for later.
In this resource you will find 6 varied Activities that include:
4 x Speaking and Listening activities.
2 X Language learning strategy activities based on adult learning principles:
Goal setting
Learner needs analysis.
For more details of what’s included refer to the thumbnail for a list of contents.
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates the principles of adult learning, uses language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English (a US spelling version is provided for 2 of the activities in this resource)
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
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Check out my store for other Intermediate level and IELTS products or if you’re looking something easier have a look at my Beginners products.
Academic Writing Tasks for IELTS
Academic Writing Skills for IELTS - Writing Complex Sentences
Academic Writing Skills - Adult ESL Students - IELTS - Bundle
Adult ESL - Academic Writing and Speaking - Topic based Lesson - Technology
Academic Writing and Speaking - Adult ESL - Topic based Lesson - Environment
This is a versatile, multi level speaking activity for Adult ESL students. It uses a fun speed dating style to get students talking to each about a variety of topics. It would work well as a getting to know you, back to school activity but will work equally well at any time you would like to student to focus on conversational fluency.
This resource can be used at a variety of levels from high beginner to advanced with some modifications and extra scaffolding for lower levels.
There is an optional follow up writing and speaking task.
Detailed teachers notes are included, including how to set and run the activity.
The resource includes:
Topic cards (2 versions)
A notetaking template
Useful language for students
Follow up writing and speaking task
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
Thank you for visiting my store.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
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I use these lessons with a mixed ability beginner adult ESL class. It is an integrated reading, writing, speaking and listening lesson on the topic of goals, using the present simple tense.
The lessons can be used in several ways:
•with total beginners – supported by a lot of scaffolding by the teacher
•at the beginning of the year/course which will also help you learn more about your students
•as a review lesson for ongoing students using the extension activities
There is plenty of opportunity to differentiate learning according to your students’ levels and needs. I have provided alternatives for some of the activities and suggested ways to adapt for others.
As in all my lessons, the language is presented in a context that is relevant to adult students with language that they will be able to use in their everyday lives. In these lessons the context is long term and short term goals, learning needs and getting to know you activities.
For more detailed inclusions please refer to the individual products
The lessons will work as a Back to School activity or any other time. It will help you find out more about your students and their needs and expectations.
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If you would like a more in depth, higher level resource on goal setting, check out Goal Setting and Time Management for Adult ESL Students here.
It is designed for students at Intermediate level and above.
Here are some other beginner resources in my store that you may like:
Complete Beginners ESL Lesson - My Family and I (Present Simple - very easy )
Adult ESL Beginners: Jobs (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL - Daily Routines (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL Speaking and Listening
Adult Beginners ESL Introduction to the Present Continuous
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This is an integrated reading and writing lesson for intermediate/pre intermediate level adult ESL students. It is based around an information text about the origins of Valentine’s Day but expands to include other traditions relevant to the students in your class.
This is very easy to use, there are some task cards that will need to be cut up but the rest is just print and go. I’ve even given you the answers.
This lesson could be used as
• a topic based lesson about Valentine’s Day which extends to other celebrations or
• as a lesson in reading and writing Information texts.
You can use it all or just parts, up to you and the level of your students.
What’s included:
·A reading text with 3 different types of comprehension questions
·3 vocab activities
·2 guided writing activities
·A structured speaking and listening pair work activity
Conversation question cards 16 cards (colour or black and white)
·Teachers notes/How to use
·Answer key
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
I use this lesson with a mixed ability Beginner Adult ESL class. It is an integrated reading and writing lesson on the topic of language learning needs. The concept of language learning needs is introduced by a short reading text. By using this lesson with your students you will help them to become active language learners as well as learn the language to talk about their studies in general. This will work as a Back to School activity or any other time. It will help you find out more about your students and their needs and expectations.
What’s included?
a reading text
3 x reading tasks of varying difficulty
Vocab related to language learning
Extension activities – grammar focus
Completing forms
Guided writing
This lesson can be used in several ways:
•with total beginners – supported by a lot of scaffolding by the teacher
•at the beginning of the year/course to help you learn more about your students
Using a Needs Analysis gives you, the teacher, an insight into what the students need to learn and how they prefer to learn. But more importantly it will help you plan appropriate and relevant lessons specifically for them. Additionally, adult students appreciate that you are taking the time to find out about them and their needs.
A Needs analysis is an important tool for all student centred Adult ESL classes. At beginner level it can be a bit tricky to obtain detailed information but with this highly structured and scaffolded resource you, the teacher, will be able to gain some valuable information about your students. At the same time your students will be learning some useful language and skills.
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
If you want to expand on this lesson, I do have a much more difficult Intermediate level, Needs Analysis lesson , in my store. But it is quite a lot more difficult than this one.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
Here are some other beginner resources in my store that you may like:
Complete Beginners ESL Lesson - My Family and I (Present Simple - very easy )
Adult ESL Beginners: Jobs (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL - Daily Routines (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL Speaking and Listening
Adult Beginners ESL Introduction to the Present Continuous
Encourage your adult ESL students to take an active role in their language learning journey using these student centred lessons that focus on Goal setting, Time Management and Needs Analysis They can be used during back-to-school time, at the start of a new course, at new year or any other time.
Resource 1 - Goal Setting
This integrated reading and speaking resource is based on the topic of goal setting. It is designed for Intermediate level Adult ESL/EAL students. There is enough material for at least 3 lessons and as well as an in-depth look into goals, there is also material on overcoming, obstacles, dealing with distractions and time management.
Topic related vocabulary, developing reading skills and lots of speaking/discussion opportunities are embedded in these lessons.
In this resource you will find 11 varied Activities that include:
3 x reading texts and comprehension activities.
4 x Vocabulary Activities
5 x graphic organisers
Teachers’ notes
Answer keys
Resource 2 - Needs Analysis
It’s a great way to get to know your students while at the same time teaching them useful language. Your students will also appreciate that you are taking the time to find out about them and their learning needs.
There is enough material for at least 2 lessons
This Needs Analysis Lesson has 3 aims:
Help students think about their language learning needs and be an active part of the process. This could be a very different style of learning than they are used to (depending on their previous experiences).
Gives you, the teacher, an insight into what the students need to learn and how they prefer to learn.
Provides the students with the metalanguage they need to discuss their learning, needs and expectations. There are lots of opportunities for speaking in pairs and groups.
Included in this resource;
A reading activity with 2 texts and 2 types of questions
5 vocabulary activities
A set of Vocab cards that can be used in a variety of ways
4 different needs surveys/questionnaires
2 graphic organisers
Lots of opportunity for a pair and group work
Detailed Teachers notes
Answers to Activities
Both resources are designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
Topic related vocabulary, developing reading skills and lots of speaking/discussion opportunities are embedded in both of these lessons.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
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If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
This integrated reading and speaking resource is a great Back to School or first day/week of a new course lesson for your Intermediate level adult ESL/EAL students. It’s a great way to get to know your students while at the same time teaching them useful language. Your students will also appreciate that you are taking the time to find out about them and their learning needs.
There is enough material for at least 2 lessons
This Needs Analysis Lesson has 3 aims:
Help students think about their language learning needs and be an active part of the process. This could be a very different style of learning than they are used to (depending on their previous experiences).
Gives you, the teacher, an insight into what the students need to learn and how they prefer to learn.
Provides the students with the metalanguage they need to discuss their learning, needs and expectations. There are lots of opportunities for speaking in pairs and groups.
Included in this resource;
A reading activity with 2 texts and 2 types of questions
5 vocabulary activities
A set of Vocab cards that can be used in a variety of ways
4 different needs surveys/questionnaires
2 graphic organisers
Lots of opportunity for a pair and group work
Detailed Teachers notes
Answers to Activities
There is enough material for at least 2 lessons.
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
Thank you for visiting my store.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
These are 2 complete Adult ESL Beginners’ Lessons. These lessons are suitable for complete beginners, newly arrived migrant students and mixed ability classes.
As in all my lessons, the language is presented in a context that is relevant to adult students with language that they will be able to use in their everyday lives.
In lesson 1 the context is Family.
This is a complete lesson which covers a lot of important beginner language and structure.
Present simple tense
Question forms
Vocabulary of family and personal identification
Form filling
Writing simple sentences
And all 4 modes - Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.
In lesson 2 the context is Daily Routines
This lesson also covers a lot of important beginner language and structure.
Reading and understanding simple text about familiar topics.
Present simple tense
Question forms
Vocabulary of everyday routines
Language of Time
Speaking practice –asking and answering questions
Writing simple sentences and a short paragraph
These 2 lessons compliment each other.
Here are some other similar resources in my store that you may like:
Adult ESL Beginners: Jobs (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL Speaking and Listening
Adult Beginners ESL Introduction to the Present Continuous Tense
This is a bundle of 3 grammar focused resources using Conditionals for ADULT ESL students. It is designed for students who are Intermediate level and above. Each resource has a reading activity which introduces the conditional form in context. The Zero/First Conditional resource and the Second Conditional resource are based on environmental topics.
These lessons can be used with a mixed ability class - there are opportunities for differentiation if necessary; as an independent learning package or with online students.
Most of the activities are quite structured, self explanatory and build on each other so they are best done in order. The activities could be done orally in pairs first, if that works for your students. You can structure the activities as much or as little as your students need. Detailed lesson plans and answers are provided
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
Thank you for visiting my store. If you found this resource useful, helpful,time saving etc please leave a review
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This is a Bundle of 4 grammar focused lesson for Adult ESL students who are Intermediate level and above. If you need to teach Past Perfect Tense, Passive Voice, 2nd Conditional and 3rd Conditional to you adult ESL students, this bundle is for you.
These lessons are 4 of the most challenging grammar points that are taught at Intermediate level and above, both for students and teachers. The lessons are structured and with this step by step approach and detailed lesson notes and answer keys, I have made it easy for you to teach.
I suggest you begin with the Past Perfect Tense as that introduces past participles which are needed and reviewed in all the other lessons. All of the lessons have a grammar guide, written and spoken activities to practice the target language and many opportunities for differentiation.
Like all my resources, these lessons have been designed specifically for adults. They incorporate language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I have done all the work so all you have to do is print and go (and do a bit of cutting if you have time). Answers also provided.
Language is British/Australian English but there are no big differences to prevent use in US. Slides print to A4 paper.
I have checked this carefully, but if you find any errors, typos etc. please let me know so that I can fix it.
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This is a grammar focused lesson using the Third Conditional for ADULT ESL students. It is designed for students who are intermediate level and above. The lesson is based on a text that demonstrates the use of the third conditional form in context. This is a complex grammar point to teach but with this step by step approach and detailed lesson notes, I have made it easy for you to teach.
Please note
This lesson assumes that students are already familiar with the past perfect. If they are not, I suggest that you teach the past perfect before you begin this lesson. You can find a complete lesson on the past perfect here. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/past-perfect-grammar-activities-12575318
This lesson is suitable for a mixed ability class - there are opportunities for differentiation if necessary, as an independent learning package or with online students.
Most of the activities are quite structured, self-explanatory and build on each other so they are best done in order. The activities could be done orally in pairs first if that works for your students. You can structure the activities as much or as little as your students need.
What’s included:
A reading text with 3 different types of comprehension questions
Vocabulary extension activities based on the reading text.
Cloze passages
Grammar Guide (Information sheet) focusing on the form and use of the 3rd conditional.
4 different activities to practice using the 3rd conditional.
Writing a formal letter to express regret
24 asks cards to prompt students to ask and answer questions using the 3rd conditional in situations relevant to adult learners
Detailed Teachers Notes
Answer key
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
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Use these task cards with your Adult ESL students to practice asking and answering questions using 4 types of Conditionals.
These cards are great to use with multi level classes ( They are easy to use because I’ve done all the hard work for you.
Included in this resource.
This resource includes a total of 176 cards
Version 1 = 88 black and white cards
Version 2 = 88 cards with colour borders
The colour cards look more attractive but I’m aware that not everyone has access to coloured ink, so I have provided 2 versions. Each version has the same prompts. The cards are organised in sets as follows:
Set 1 Zero conditional 16 cards
Set 2 First conditional 16 cards
Set 3 Second conditional 1 general questions 16 cards
Set 4 Second conditional 2 environment questions 16 cards
Set 5 Third conditional 24 cards
Please note that these cards can also be found (black and white version only) in each of my 3 conditional lessons.
Task cards are very versatile and an be used in a variety of ways in a classroom:
•To practice a grammar point/ target language that has been taught - in this case the present perfect tense
•As a warm up activity
•As a review of a previous lesson
•As a diagnostic tool for you
•To change the pace during the lesson and get the students talking
• Can be used with pairs or groups
This lesson prints to A4 paper and may have some UK/Australian spelling.
If you see any other errors please let me know so that I can correct them.
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This Bundle Includes 4 complete academic writing and speaking lessons for Adult ESL students at an Upper Intermediate (CFER level B2 or C1) level. Each lesson stands on its own but together the lessons will help students build academic language and strategies for higher education or academic exams.
Skills taught
Writing
Structure of a problem/solution essay
Planning and writing an essay
Structure of an opinion essay
Planning and writing an opinion essay
A complete letter writing package on writing formal and informal letters
Speaking
Answering a range of questions related to the topic of the environment and technology from simple to complex.
Preparing and presenting one-minute talks.
Vocabulary
Vocabulary learning strategies that teach your students how to:
become active learners
organize and record new words
learn how to use them
recall and manipulate the words
Vocabulary extension on topics of the environment and technology
Idiomatic and academic language.
I have done all the work so all you have to do is print and go (and do a bit of cutting if you have time). Answers also provided.
Language is British/Australian English but there are no big differences to prevent use in US. Slides print to A4 paper.
I have checked this carefully, but if you find any errors, typos etc. please let me know so that I can fix it.
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This is a grammar focused lesson using the Second Conditional for ADULT ESL students. It is designed for students who are pre intermediate level and above. It is based on the topic of the Environment (pollution).
This lesson can be used with a mixed ability class - there are opportunities for differentiation if necessary; as an independent learning package or with online students.
Most of the activities are quite structured, self explanatory and build on each other so they are best done in order. The activities could be done orally in pairs first, if that works for your students. You can structure the activities as much or as little as your students need. A detailed lesson plan and answers are provided
The lesson is based on a text that introduces some vocabulary about the environment and pollution and demonstrates the use of the second conditional form.
This lesson aims to provide students with the functional language to talk about environmental issues as well as hypothetical future events.
This package includes:
Reading Text
2 sets of Comprehension questions - one spoken and one written
Cloze passages
Vocabulary activities
A grammar guide
Grammar practice activities
Task cards
A letter writing activity
Teachers notes
Answer key
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
This resource may include some Australian/UK language and prints to A4 paper.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
I use this lesson with a mixed ability beginner adult ESL class. It is an integrated reading, writing, speaking and listening lesson on the topic of goals, using the present simple tense. The concept of goals is introduced by 2 short reading texts. By using this lesson with your students you will help them to set their own goals as well as learn the language to talk about goals and their studies in general. This will work as a Back to School activity or any other time. It will help you find out more about your students and their needs and expectations.
This lesson can be used in several ways:
•with total beginners – supported by a lot of scaffolding by the teacher
•at the beginning of the year/course as a goal setting lesson, which will also help you learn more about your students
•as a review lesson for ongoing students using the extension activities
There is plenty of opportunity to differentiate learning according to your students’ levels and needs. I have provided alternatives for some of the activities and suggested ways to adapt for others.
As in all my lessons, the language is presented in a context that is relevant to adult students with language that they will be able to use in their everyday lives. In this lesson the context is talking about long term and short term goals.
Goal setting is an important and popular topic for Adult ESL classes. Most adult ESL students will come to class with a goal which is often something long term and not very specific such as “improve my English”, “Get a job” or “go to university” . But apart from attending a class they haven’t really thought about how they will get there.
This resource will help them break down their long-term goals into smaller more achievable goals that will help to keep them motivated.
It may take 2 lessons or could take several lessons depending on your learners and how you present the material.
This lesson can be used:
with a whole class, a small group or one to one
The lesson integrates speaking, listening, reading and writing and covers a lot of core elementary language.
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This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
If you would like a more in depth, higher level resource on goal setting, check out Goal Setting and Time Management for Adult ESL Students
It is designed for students at Intermediate level and above.
Here are some other beginner resources in my store that you may like:
Complete Beginners ESL Lesson - My Family and I (Present Simple - very easy )
Adult ESL Beginners: Jobs (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL - Daily Routines (Present Simple)
Adult Beginners ESL Speaking and Listening
Adult Beginners ESL Introduction to the Present Continuous
This integrated reading and speaking resource is based on the topic of goal setting. It is designed for Intermediate level Adult ESL/EAL students. It can be used during back-to-school time, at the start of a new course, at new year. There is enough material for at least 3 lessons and as well as an in-depth look into goals, there is also material on overcoming, obstacles, dealing with distractions and time management.
Goal setting is an important and popular topic for Adult ESL classes. Most adult ESL students will come to class with a goal which is often something long term and not very specific such as “improve my English”, “Get a job” or “go to university” . But apart from attending a class they haven’t really thought about how they will get there.
This resource will help them break down their long-term goals into smaller more achievable goals that will help to keep them motivated.
Because adult ESL students often have other commitments such as part time work, or family responsibilities they face a lot of obstacles. This resource addresses those challenges to ensure the students success.
Topic related vocabulary, developing reading skills and lots of speaking/discussion opportunities are embedded in these lessons.
In this resource you will find 11 varied Activities that include:
3 x reading texts and comprehension activities.
4 x Vocabulary Activities
5 x graphic organisers
Teachers’ notes
Answer keys
For more details of what’s included refer to the thumbnail for a list of contents.
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
Thank you for visiting my store. Please leave a review if you and your students loved this resource.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
This is a bundle of 5 academic reading, writing and speaking resources designed to prepare ADULT ESL students for the IELTS exam. The lessons are appropriate for any Intermediate/Upper Intermediate classes especially those with an academic focus.
The lessons are written for teachers who are preparing students for the IELTS exam or any other academic situation but they can also be used as self study by students.
There is enough material in these 5 resources for at least 10 hours of lessons possibly a lot more, depending on how you use it.
Please refer to each product for a detailed description of what’s included.
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Thank you for visiting my store. Please leave a review if you found the resource useful.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
Check out my store for other IELTS products or if you’re looking something easier have a look at my Beginners products.
Academic Writing Tasks for IELTS
Academic Writing Skills for IELTS - Writing Complex Sentences
Academic Writing Skills - Adult ESL Students - IELTS - Bundle
This is both a very comprehensive Reading and Writing resource for ADULT ESL students focusing on paraphrasing. It is designed for students who are Intermediate level and above who need to write academic essays for IELTS or other academic purposes.
Paraphrasing is an important skill for any academic situation as well as for passing the IELTS exam at a level 7 or above. It is a skill that most ESL students find very difficult Being able to paraphrase well demonstrates a flexibility in language use. It is also crucial at University level to avoid plagiarism and the consequences.
This resource provides you with all the resources you will to teach your students how to paraphrase effectively. everything has been provided, including answers to everything.
Included in this resource are:
3 different Reading Texts that are based on the topic of plagiarism and paraphrasing.
Comprehension Activities for each text using question types similar to those found on the IELTS test.
Vocabulary Activities for each text.
A Cloze Activity based on the texts. There are 2 versions making differentiation easy.
6 different paraphrasing strategies with practice exercises for each.
Strategies included are:
Nominalisation
Using synonyms
Changing the order of information
Creating complex sentence
Passives
Using a participle
A consolidation Activity
Answers to everything
Teacher’s notes
Like all my resources, this lesson is designed specifically for adults. It incorporates language that adults will need to use and situations that are relevant to adult learners.
I put a lot of effort into creating and checking my resources. If you happen see an error/typo etc please let me know so that I can correct it. And if you loved the resource a review is much appreciated .
Slides print to A4 paper and language is UK/Australian English
Thank you for visiting my store.
If you are looking for lessons that are meaningful and relevant for adult students, you will find more lessons like this in my store as well as easier lessons for Adult ESL Beginners. ALL my resources are written for adults, there are no cute or childish illustrations or texts.
Terms of use
This item is for use by you with your students only. If you want to share with other teachers please buy multiple licences. This item is bound by copyright laws . Posting, editing , selling or redistributing this item (or any part of) on the internet is strictly prohibited.
Check out my store for other IELTS products or if you’re looking something easier have a look at my Beginners products.
Academic Writing Tasks for IELTS
Academic Writing Skills for IELTS - Writing Complex Sentences
Academic Writing Skills - Adult ESL Students - IELTS - Bundle
Adult ESL - Academic Writing and Speaking - Topic based Lesson - Technology
Academic Writing and Speaking - Adult ESL - Topic based Lesson - Environment
