Exploring the World of English

Exploring the World of English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will have a better understanding of the importance of learning English globally and personally.

Introduce the learning objective to the students and explain what they will achieve by the end of the lesson.

What do you already know about the English language?

Self-Introduction

Briefly introduce yourself as the teacher, including your name, background, and passion for teaching English.

Share some personal information to establish a connection with the students and create a positive learning environment.

Icebreaker Activity

Participate in a 'Find Someone Who' activity to encourage student interaction and get to know each other better.

Provide instructions for the activity, such as distributing the activity sheet and setting a time limit for completion.

Importance of Learning English

Discuss why learning English is important globally and personally, highlighting opportunities for travel, career growth, and cultural exchange.

Engage students in a class discussion, encouraging them to share their thoughts and experiences related to learning English.

PTO Grading System

Explain the ProefwerkToetsOverhoring (PTO) grading system used in the Netherlands, including the different grading scales and how it affects student performance.

Present the information clearly and provide examples to help students understand the grading system.

'All Right' Course Book

Walkthrough the features and structure of the 'All Right' course book, showcasing its interactive exercises, vocabulary, grammar explanations, and listening activities.

Display visual aids or samples from the course book to make it more engaging and interactive.

Class Expectations and Participation Rules

Discuss the importance of creating a positive learning environment, establish class expectations, and explain the rules for active participation.

Clearly state the expectations and rules, emphasizing the importance of respect, active listening, and participation.

Concluding Statement

Emphasize the joy of learning English and the exciting journey that lies ahead in mastering the language.

End the lesson on a positive note, inspiring students to embrace the learning process and enjoy their English language journey.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.