- Levels: B1B2
- Lesson Types: Workshops
- Recommended for: Business EnglishDownload and GoScreen SharingSimple to TeachWorkshop
- Themes: Business
🕑 45-60 minutes
🎚 B1, B2
🎯 12 new phrasal verbs, speaking
🕑 0-5 minutes
– Download the presentation and make sure that you can display it correctly.
– Print the Teacher’s Insights or open them on a second screen to check the answers as you go along.
The slides come in sets of three.
The first slide of each three shows the phrasal verb in context.
The second slide shows the definition of the phrasal verb and three example sentences to give the students context.
The third slide gives a conversation starter question for the phrasal verb.
There are 12 phrasal verbs in total. At the end, there is an extra activity for comparing pictures in case you have extra time.
Phrasal verbs are easy when taught through context, examples, and conversation. Today’s ESL business English lesson plan teaches 12 business phrasal verbs in just this way, designed for level B1 and B2 business English learners.
Detailed Description
This business English lesson focuses on introducing 12 essential business phrasal verbs to your students. It is crafted to engage learners at a B1-B2 level.
No additional prep time is required beyond ensuring your materials are ready.
The lesson is structured around sets of slides, each dedicated to a specific phrasal verb. Every set follows a three-step sequence:
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Context: The first slide introduces the phrasal verb used within a sentence, offering students an initial understanding of its use in a business setting.
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Definition and Examples: The second slide provides a precise definition of the phrasal verb, followed by three example sentences. These examples further solidify the meaning and application of the verb in different contexts, ensuring the students get a comprehensive understanding of its usage.
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Conversation Starter: The third slide poses a question related to the phrasal verb, designed to stimulate conversation among the students. This practice is essential as it encourages students to actively use the phrasal verb in their speech, enhancing their comfort and familiarity with it.
This pattern is repeated for all the 12 phrasal verbs. The verbs selected for this lesson are common in business contexts and thus crucial for students interested in business English.
The class duration is estimated to be 45-60 minutes, but the lesson plan is flexible, and the pace can be adjusted to suit the needs of the students.
Lastly, if time permits, there is an additional activity included in the presentation that involves comparing pictures. This activity offers a change of pace and an opportunity for students to use the phrasal verbs in a different context.
Overall, the combination of contextual examples and conversation practice ensures that students don’t just learn the verbs but also understand how to use them effectively in their business communication. Happy teaching!
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