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Can You Trust Your Memory? – ESL Lesson Plan

ESL lesson on false memories and psychology inspired by Elizabeth Loftus TEDx talk

What if your own memory betrayed you? This 90-minute lesson dives into the fascinating world of false memories, wrongful convictions, and the surprising science behind how our brains rewrite the past. Inspired by Elizabeth Loftus’s eye-opening TEDx talk, your students will question whether memory can ever truly be trusted.

Students will:

  • Build advanced vocabulary around law, psychology, and ethics
  • Practice listening and comprehension with an authentic TEDx video
  • Strengthen critical thinking skills by analyzing real cases
  • Debate how memory shapes justice, truth, and everyday life

Perfect for upper-intermediate to advanced learners (B2–C1), this lesson blends courtroom drama with cutting-edge science – making it unforgettable (but hopefully not false!).

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Students practicing English discussion and vocabulary about memory, justice, and wrongful convictions

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