Tired of New Year’s resolutions that fizzle out by February? Captivate your intermediate (B1-B2) ESL students with this dynamic and practical 60-minute lesson that finally reveals the secret to setting goals that stick!
Inspired by a hilarious segment from The Ellen Show and backed by the expert insights of a BBC News video, this lesson blends authentic listening practice with real-world skills. Students won’t just talk about resolutions – they’ll learn the proven framework to achieve them.
What’s Inside?
- Engaging Discussions: Spark conversation about personal experiences with goal-setting and the common reasons resolutions fail.
- Authentic Listening Comprehension: Analyze a funny Ellen monologue and an informative BBC video to understand why we fail and how we can succeed.
- Critical Vocabulary Building: Master key terms like setback, attainable, and feasible to articulate challenges and strategies.
- The SMART Goals Framework: Guide students step-by-step to transform a vague wish into a Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely action plan.
- Practical Application: Students create, refine, and share their own personal SMART resolution for the future, ensuring they leave class with a tangible plan.
Go beyond the typical “New Year’s” conversation and equip your students with the tools for lasting success. This is the only resolution lesson you’ll need!
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Teach English through real goals and real change – help your students make resolutions that truly stick!
