Society
Explore human behavior and cultural differences with these esl lesson plans that dig into what makes societies tick. Topics cover personality types, generational differences, social norms, and cultural observations. Your students engage with psychology concepts while building vocabulary for understanding people. Great for deeper cultural understanding.
6 Struggles of Highly Intelligent People
Explore six struggles of highly intelligent people in this C1 listening lesson. Includes audio clips, vocabulary practice, and a silent debate activity.
Metric or Imperial?
5,280 feet in a mile? Why? C1 students laugh and learn with this lesson plan on metric vs. imperial measurement and idioms.
The Beauty Premium Effect
Do good-looking people really earn more and get shorter jail sentences? Your B2 students will want to debate this beauty premium lesson.
Who Creates Social Norms?
Where do social norms come from, and should we still follow them? A thought-provoking B2 lesson with listening, vocab, and debate.
Stereotypes Around the Globe
How do Americans picture Britain, and vice versa? A B2 stereotypes lesson with funny videos, vocabulary, and cultural debate.
Money, Happiness, & Hedonic Adaptation
Do we stop getting happier after a certain income? Find out in this C1 lesson on hedonic adaptation, money, and happiness research.
Is It Even a City?
Teach your B1 students sarcasm and exaggeration with a funny video roasting Oslo. Great for speaking, writing, and city vocabulary.
Why Unskilled People Think They Are Amazing
Explore the Dunning-Kruger effect in this B2 lesson with TED-Ed video, psychology vocabulary, and self-assessment discussions.
How to Stop Buying Stuff
Master consumer behavior vocabulary and smart spending strategies in this practical B2 lesson on avoiding impulse purchases and managing budgets effectively.
Neuroscience of Giving
Discover the brain science behind charitable giving in this C1 lesson. Watch videos, debate ethics, and present causes that inspire generosity and action.
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.