Advanced ESL English Discussion Topics

By Nigel M Openshaw

Discover the perfect companion for classroom discussions with this practical resource full of low-prep exercises and thoughtfully selected materials for improving English conversation.

 

The flexible exercises can seamlessly integrate into your lesson plans. With my extensive ten years of teaching experience, I have chosen these resources based on the most engaging classes I've conducted.

 

Each chapter features a comprehensive To-do list and a convenient Reference section with supplementary materials. This user-friendly format ensures that you can effortlessly dive into teaching while staying on track throughout the process.

 

By utilizing these valuable materials, your students can reap numerous benefits, including:

 

Using good materials can bring so many benefits to the class:

 

REFINE YOUR SPEAKING SKILLS: Enhance your ability to express yourself confidently and effectively.

ENHANCE CONVERSATION TECHNIQUES: Improve the quality and engagement of your interactions.

MASTER FOLLOW-UP STRATEGIES: Develop the skills to sustain meaningful discussions.

ENGAGE IN FACT VS. OPINION DEBATES: Foster critical thinking through analytical discussions.

EMBRACE EVERYDAY PHRASES: Familiarize yourself with common sayings for natural communication.

NAVIGATE MORAL DILEMMAS: Cultivate empathy and ethical decision-making.

 

Discuss topics like "Monet is one of the most famous artists," use idioms such as "let sleeping dogs lie," or discuss a moral dilemma like "you found money at a bank ATM."

 

This book offers low-prep conversation exercises and materials to enhance students' vocabulary, conversation strategies, and conversational skills.

  

Are you ready to simplify lesson planning and unlock students' full potential? Don't miss the opportunity to make a real impact in your classroom. Grab your copy today and embark on an enriching teaching journey!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Nigel M Openshaw
• Release date: Dec 22, 2016
• ISBN: 9781393766094

Nigel M Openshaw

Enthusiastic about web design and graphics, have a passion for teaching, and writing with a touch of photography. A software geek who loves caring for the environment. Also, an advocate for mindfulness and well-being with good time management. Nigel Openshaw is a TESOL-qualified teacher and has taught and managed classes in South Korea for eight years for elementary, middle, high, and adult students. His successful book series, "ESL Discussion Topics," came from working in teams, co-teaching, and individual classes. Apart from the discussion books, he also developed the ESL Practical Lessons book covering his favorite lessons. Apart from being an author, he is, by profession, a graphic and web designer. His company, SUNI Web Designs, has clients in Australia and the UK. He now focuses on improving his local Manchester area. He can be found on https://nigelmopenshaw.com and contacted on Twitter at @NigelMOpenshaw 

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Dedication

To the outstanding and motivating students I had in South Korea, you provided the proper training I needed to advance as a teacher.

Your support and dedication made you feel like family; mere thank you words do not seem adequate to express my gratitude.

I am deeply grateful to Korea for creating unforgettable memories.

Introduction

Welcome to our English language lesson series!

These lessons adjust practical and low-prep activities to fit your schedule, ranging from 30 to 90 minutes.

We have designed each module to be straightforward, allowing you to focus on teaching without worrying about extensive preparation.

- To help you prepare, we have included a To Do list with any necessary preparations at the beginning of each chapter.

-You will also find a list of materials for each lesson in the Reference section after each chapter.

- This will make it easier for you to start and stay on track throughout the class.

- We have included British and American spellings, such as favourite/favorite, to cater to different audiences.

Please note that the language used in these lessons is formal for clarity. However, if your students are ready for more informal language, including contractions, you may select to use them. Keep in mind that some students may struggle with ambiguous sentences.

Depending on your preference and class size, you may want your students to work in groups, pairs, or individually during the lesson. You will need paper and pencils for most of these lessons, as making notes of keywords and sentences helps confirm understanding. If you have a large class of over thirty students, having fewer answers may be more efficient.

We hope these practical tips will help you get the most out of these lessons.

So, let us get started!

1. Using Adjectives Effectively

This lesson promotes using adjectives correctly while describing a well-known subject.

Objectives:

Use multiple adjectives while describing something to supply a better explanation.

Describe a subject in relevant situations.

Things to Do:

Choose a topic from the Resources section.

Create a practice worksheet or a short task if students are unfamiliar with adjective order.

A simple adjective order is