Modern Life

Address contemporary issues with these esl lesson plans about digital nomads, privacy, technology, and today’s reality. Topics cover current cultural challenges and modern social issues your students actually think about. Your learners develop vocabulary for discussing contemporary life with sophistication. Great for keeping lessons current and relevant.

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How Much Power Does Humanity Need?

From flipping a switch to nuclear fusion, this C1 lesson plan answers the question: how much power does humanity need?

Stereotypes Around the Globe

How do Americans picture Britain, and vice versa? A B2 stereotypes lesson with funny videos, vocabulary, and cultural debate.

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Tech in Daily Life

Smartphones, laptops, blenders, and more. This A2 lesson plan teaches everyday tech vocabulary through pictures, reading, and listening.

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The Dark Side of Airbnb

C1 lesson on Airbnb privacy and hidden cameras. Watch CNN investigation, learn advanced vocabulary, discuss rental safety, detection techniques.

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Driverless Cars: Yay or Nay?

Debate autonomous vehicles with this B2 lesson featuring Waymo footage, ethical dilemmas, transportation vocabulary, and tech discussions.

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What Are You Wearing?

Teach clothing vocabulary with this engaging A2 lesson covering fabrics, patterns, and describing outfits through speaking and online shopping tasks.

Recessions Actually Make People Live Longer

Challenge assumptions about prosperity in this C1 lesson on recessions and longevity. Read research on economic downturns and health outcomes.

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Abandoning the Digital Nomad Lifestyle

Examine why workers quit digital nomadism in this C1 advanced lesson featuring BBC journalism, sophisticated vocabulary, and extended speaking practice.

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The Decline of QR-code Menus

Explore the decline of QR code menus with this C1 advanced lesson featuring authentic content, vocabulary building, and critical discussion tasks.