Lights, Camera, English!

Lights, Camera, English!

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to write and perform a simple short play in English, incorporating vocabulary, grammar, direct and indirect speech, expression of different feelings and opinions, and correct pronunciation.

Introduce the learning objective and explain that students will be working in groups to write and perform a play.

What do you already know about writing and performing a short play in English?

Vocabulary Brainstorm

In groups, brainstorm different English words and phrases related to a given theme.

Choose a theme related to the students' interests and encourage them to use the vocabulary they have learned in class so far. Monitor and provide support where necessary.

Script Writing

Using the vocabulary brainstormed, each group will write a short script incorporating direct and indirect speech and different feelings/opinions.

Provide a template or example of a script and encourage students to work collaboratively, assigning roles and responsibilities within the group.

Rehearsal Time

Each group will have time to rehearse their play, focusing on correct pronunciation and expression of emotions.

Encourage students to practice their lines and work on their delivery. Provide feedback and support as needed.

Props and Costumes

Each group will create or gather props and costumes for their play.

Encourage students to be creative and resourceful. If possible, provide materials for them to use.

Tech Rehearsal

Each group will have a chance to rehearse their play with any sound or lighting cues.

If possible, set up a stage area with basic lighting and sound equipment. Allow students to practice with these elements.

Performance Time

Each group will perform their play for the class.

Encourage students to support and applaud each other's performances. Provide constructive feedback afterwards.

Reflection

As a class, reflect on the process of writing and performing a play in English.

Ask students to share what they learned, what challenges they faced, and what they enjoyed. Use this as an opportunity to reinforce the learning objectives and highlight areas for improvement.

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.