What kinds of topics are covered in your ESL intermediate lesson plans?
Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans cover a wide range of topics to fit different interests and learning goals. Each lesson is made to start conversations and encourage critical thinking about current and relevant issues. For example, some lessons use scenes from popular TV shows like "Friends" to spark discussions about personal experiences and cultural references. Lessons on global holidays offer insights into different cultures, while content related to the workplace explores themes like the four-day work week.
Health-related lessons might discuss trending topics such as Movember or fitness, while food lessons cover topics like cultural cuisines. Practical skills lessons, like talking about the weekend or staying motivated to learn a second language, offer students a chance to develop skills that they'll need in real life.
All in all, we're confident you'll find a variety of topics that suit the interests and needs of your intermediate ESL students on Fluentize.
What skills can my students practice or gain using your ESL intermediate lesson plans?
Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans help students improve various language skills. Students practice listening comprehension through engaging multimedia content, which helps them understand different accents and speaking styles. Interactive discussions and activities build speaking fluency, allowing students to express their thoughts and opinions with more confidence.
Vocabulary is another focus of our lessons. Each lesson introduces important and practical words and phrases in context that make them easier to use and remember. Grammar is reinforced through real-life usage rather than isolated drills. This helps students understand how different grammar structures work in everyday situations. Writing skills are another component you can find in some of our lessons.
Perhaps most importantly, our structured lesson encourage creative and analytical thinking. The lessons are designed to build proficiency in all language areas while keeping students engaged and motivated.
How are your ESL intermediate lesson plans structured?
Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans are carefully structured to provide a complete and engaging learning experience. Each lesson starts with a Preview Activity to introduce the topic and activate students’ prior knowledge. This could include brainstorming, discussing related questions, or reviewing important vocabulary to prepare students for the main content.
The next part is the Viewing Activity, where students watch a selected video or multimedia resource. This section is important for building listening skills and setting up for deeper discussion.
After watching the video, the Viewing Follow-Up includes interactive tasks or projects that let students use what they’ve learned. These activities often involve creative or analytical tasks that reinforce their understanding of the lesson content.
The lesson ends with a Quiz & Review Activity to check students’ understanding of the material through various exercises. This phase gives extra practice and helps reinforce key concepts. Finally, there’s a Lesson Reflection where students discuss what they learned, what they found difficult, and what they enjoyed. This helps the teacher find areas where students may need to improve and provides valuable feedback.
Which ESL intermediate lesson plans do you recommend the most?
Several Fluentize ESL intermediate lesson plans stand out for their engaging content and effectiveness:
Behind the Food Cart: Meet the Dosa Man:
This free lesson focuses on culture and food. Students watch a video about an Indian man who started a food cart in New York City selling dosas. The lesson helps students talk about and describe different cuisines from their own cultures.
An Enjoyable Yet Productive Weekend:
This lesson helps students describe weekend activities and use the past simple tense. It includes a video about weekend habits, interactive discussions, and tips for a productive weekend. Students then plan or reflect on their own weekends.
The Most Visited City:
This lesson uses a Nas Daily video to explore a popular city’s highlights. Activities include creating a mind map of the city’s attractions, learning related vocabulary, and sharing personal travel experiences, making it both informative and interactive.
Adults Get Love Advice from Kids:
In this fun lesson, kids give dating advice to adults. It features listening exercises, discussion questions, and vocabulary practice with modal verbs used in giving advice. This encourages students to engage with the content and each other.
Daylight Saving Time:
This lesson explains daylight saving time through an informative video. Activities include discussing its effects on daily life, learning vocabulary related to time changes, and reflecting on personal experiences with time adjustments.
Are Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans suitable for online or in-person instruction, or both?
Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans are designed to work well for both online and in-person classes. For online lessons, the plans are available in Google Slides and PDF formats. This makes them easy to share and use during virtual lessons. Interactive elements and printable worksheets help keep students engaged, whether through video conferencing tools or online platforms.
For in-person classes, the lessons use multimedia content that can be shown with projectors or smartboards. The clear structure of each lesson, along with printable handouts and activities, supports a hands-on learning environment. Teachers can adapt the materials to fit different classroom setups. Our goal is to ensure that both online and face-to-face learners benefit from a rich and interactive educational experience.
Are your intermediate ESL lesson plans suitable for adult learners, teenagers, or both?
Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans are made to be inclusive for both teenagers and adults. For teenagers, the lessons cover topics like popular culture and technology, making learning engaging and relevant to their lives. For adults, you can find lessons on real-world issues such as workplace dynamics and personal development. This provides students with practical language skills that can be applied in professional and personal contexts. The wide range of topics ensures that all learners find content that suits their needs and interests.
Can your ESL intermediate lesson plans be used for one-on-one tutoring sessions?
Yes, Fluentize’s ESL intermediate lesson plans are great for one-on-one tutoring. In fact, most of Fluentize's users use them in one-to-one settings. The flexibility allows tutors to choose the topics that match the student’s interests and skill level. The activity instrutions and prompts are designed to support discussions between the student and teacher. This personalized approach makes each session effective and engaging. All in all, our lessons are very effective for one-to-one tutoring.
How can I access your ESL intermediate lesson plans?
You can access our lessons by purchasing either lesson credits or a full access subscription. The full access subscription costs $79 per year, or $49 USD for 6 months, and includes unlimited access to all current and future lesson plans. Alternatively, you can purchase lesson credits in smaller bundles: 5 credits for $14.99, 10 credits for $26.49, or individual credits for $3.49. These options fit different teaching needs and budgets.
How frequently are new ESL intermediate lesson plans added to the Fluentize library?
Fluentize regularly updates its library with fresh and relevant content. On average, we add 2-4 new ESL intermediate lesson plans each month, ensuring that there is always a supply of new and engaging materials for your classes. This regular addition of content keeps lessons current and aligned with contemporary topics, giving students the chance to explore new subjects and continue developing their language skills.