This is a conversational B2 ESL lesson about influencers, where students can discuss the social media content they enjoy and the influencers they follow. The lesson includes a BBC report on AI influencers, allowing students to explore the topic, learn useful vocabulary related to social media, practice their listening skills, and express their thoughts on AI influencers. The lesson is designed to be highly conversational and encourages active participation and critical thinking.
| Type | Level | Vocabulary | Video length | Lesson time |
| Regular Lesson | B2 / Upper-Intermediate | 10 words | 2:34 min | 60 min |
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Vocabulary
- Photoshoot
- Influencer
- Followers
- Agency
- Endorsement
- Sponsored posts
- Demographic
- Unrealistic beauty standards
- Nutrition brands
- Promote
Contents
- Lead-in
- Discussion
- Vocabulary
- Video
- Questions
- Vocabulary practice
- Speaking
- Discussion
- Speaking
Lead-In, Discussion
This is a B2-level ESL lesson about influencers. The lesson begins with a lead-in section where students discuss five general questions related to the topic. Next, students are shown ten pictures of well-known influencers on the slides. They’ll be asked if they recognize any of these influencers and to discuss what each one is famous for. This activity is followed by a question about AI influencers, where students share whether they’ve heard about AI influencers and discuss if they believe AI influencers will play a role in the future of social media.
Vocabulary, Video
Next, there is a vocabulary section featuring 10 words and phrases related to the topic, taken from the video ‘Rise of AI Influencers Raising Ethical Concerns’ (BBC Report). After completing the vocabulary activity, students will watch the video about an AI influencer, known for their large following on social media and collaborations with famous brands.
Speaking, Discussion
The next activity focuses on speaking. Students will see a list of words on the slide and need to pick three to describe their thoughts on AI. Additionally, there are several discussion questions about AI influencers, where students will express their thoughts and opinions.
Speaking
The final activity makes for a great homework assignment. It’s a speaking task where students need to talk about an influencer they follow. They should describe the type of content the influencer shares, what draws their attention, and what has made this influencer famous.
