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C1 – The Decline of QR-code Menus

Article-based ESL lesson which explores the reasons behind the diminishing popularity of QR-code menus in restaurants. Many customers are expressing a clear aversion to QR codes, finding them to be disruptive, inconvenient, and discomforting. As a result, traditional paper menus are making a comeback in various dining establishments.

This is a flipped lesson. Not sure how to teach it? Click here for more instructions.

TypeLevelVocabularyReading timeLesson Time
Flipped LessonC1 / Advanced12 words7 min / 1344 words60 min

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Teaching guide

This is a flipped lesson. Before class, students need to preview 12 vocabulary words from pages 3-4. Additionally, for a more in-depth discussion during class, encourage students to read the article on page 5 in advance.

Vocabulary

  • show someone door
  • vanguard
  • dormant
  • deployed
  • about-face
  • coax
  • conviviality
  • hinder
  • brunt
  • jeopardizing
  • patrons
  • eliminate

Contents

  • Lead-in
  • Vocabulary 1
  • Vocabulary 2
  • Article reading
  • Comprehension questions
  • Comments
  • Synonyms
  • Language tip
  • Practice
  • Speaking

Oleg

I started teaching English online in 2012, long before it was mainstream. I've lived and worked in China, gaining extensive experience with students from Asia and Europe. Since 2019, I've also taught English in the corporate IT world. I'm passionate about tech, global issues, politics, sports, and motorcycles, and I love keeping my students engaged with challenging tasks, games, and deep discussions.