ESL Lesson Plan Social Media: Convo

Level: B2
Time: 90 min
Media: Article

Lesson Overview

In this B2 ESL lesson plan, students explore the topic of social media and discuss how it has changed the way people communicate, entertain themselves, and share information. They begin by talking about their own social media habits, favourite platforms, and personal experiences online.

Students then explore the positive and negative sides of…

Students then explore the positive and negative sides of social media, including online privacy, influencers, misinformation, algorithms, and the impact of social media on society. They learn useful vocabulary and expressions to help them discuss modern digital issues and express their opinions clearly.

Finally, students take part in a variety of conversation activities, including ethical dilemmas, predictions about the future of social media, and controversial discussion questions. They practise giving opinions, supporting their ideas, and considering different perspectives on one of the most influential aspects of modern life. Lesson Activities:

Activity Layout

This or That?
Social Media: Key Words.
How Do You Feel When…
Social Media: Dilemmas.
Discussion
Debate
Predict the future
Favourites.

Homework

As with all adult lesson plans on ESL Pals, there is a homework task to supplement this B2 ESL lesson plan. Students are challenged to complete a series of exercises which follows on from the lesson.

Article: Benefits of Social Media
Writing task.

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