Hook your students with the drama of high-stakes investment!
Ever wondered what it’s like to pitch a business idea to five multi-millionaires? Now your students can find out! This dynamic, multi-skill lesson plunges learners directly into the world of Dragons’ Den (Shark Tank), using a real episode as the foundation for an unforgettable class.
Inspired by the dramatic pitch for “One Third Stories,” this lesson goes beyond passive watching. Students will deconstruct the entrepreneurs’ strategy, analyze the Dragons’ tough questions, and ultimately, step into the spotlight to pitch their own innovative ideas to a panel of classroom “Dragons.”
What’s Inside?
This complete 90-minute lesson for B2/C1 level learners is packed with engaging activities:
- Engaging Reading Text: A descriptive text introduces the show’s format and tension, building context and activating schemata.
- Authentic Video Analysis: Watch and dissect a real pitch, focusing on comprehension and business strategy.
- Specialized Vocabulary Building: Master key business and investment terms like equity, revenue, traction, and conversion funnel.
- Critical Thinking & Discussion: Debate the Dragons’ decisions and the entrepreneurs’ negotiation tactics.
- The Ultimate Speaking Challenge: The grand finale – a collaborative “Pitch It!” activity where students create and deliver their own business idea, putting their new language and skills to the test.
Ready to create a classroom full of confident, persuasive entrepreneurs? Add this ready-to-teach lesson to your curriculum and transform your Business English class into a hub of innovation and persuasion.
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Turn your classroom into the Dragons’ Den – unleash persuasive skills and entrepreneurial spirit!
