detailed outline for each of the 12 sessions
### Week 1: Everyday Conversations
Day 1: Introduction and Icebreaker
1. Introduction to Course Objectives and Expectations:
- Overview of the course syllabus.
- Explanation of goals and outcomes.
- Discussion of classroom rules and participation expectations.
2. Icebreaker Activity:
- Activity: "Two Truths and a Lie"
- Each student shares two truths and one lie about themselves.
- Class guesses which statement is the lie.
Day 2: Greetings and Introductions
1. Common Greetings and Introductions:
- Vocabulary: "Hello," "Hi," "Good morning," "Nice to meet you," etc.
- Structure of a basic introduction (name, origin, profession).
2. Role-Play Activities:
- Scenarios: Meeting someone new at a party, at work, etc.
- Practice in pairs or small groups.
### Week 2: Small Talk and Getting to Know Each Other
Day 3: Small Talk Basics
1. Introduction to Small Talk:
- Importance and purpose of small talk.
- Common topics: weather, current events, sports, etc.
2. Practice Conversations:
- Pair students for practice dialogues.
- Feedback on fluency and naturalness.
Day 4: Discussing Hobbies and Interests
1. Sharing Hobbies and Interests:
- Vocabulary related to common hobbies (reading, sports, cooking, etc.).
- Phrases to ask about and describe hobbies.
2. Guided Discussion:
- Group activities where students discuss their favorite hobbies.
- Encouraging follow-up questions to extend conversations.
### Week 3: Expressing Opinions
Day 5: Sharing Opinions on Everyday Topics
1. Expressing Opinions:
- Useful phrases: "I think," "In my opinion," "I believe," etc.
- Adjectives for expressing likes and dislikes.
2. Group Discussion:
- Topics like favorite movies, music genres, food.
- Encouraging respectful listening and responses.
Day 6: Debating Different Perspectives
1. Debate Structure:
- Introduction to debating rules and format.
- Phrases for agreeing and disagreeing.
2. Class Debate:
- Assign debate topics.
- Students prepare arguments and counterarguments.
- Debates in groups, followed by a class discussion.
### Week 4: Describing People and Places
Day 7: Describing People
1. Vocabulary for Describing People:
- Physical appearance: height, hair color, eye color.
- Personality traits: friendly, shy, hardworking.
2. Pair Activities:
- Describing celebrities or fictional characters.
- Guessing games based on descriptions.
Day 8: Describing Places and Cities
1. Vocabulary for Places:
- Adjectives for places: beautiful, crowded, historic.
- Key phrases for describing cities and landmarks.
2. Group Discussion:
- Sharing experiences of travel destinations.
- Describing dream vacation spots.
### Week 5: Real-life Situations and Role-plays
Day 9: At the Restaurant
1. Restaurant Scenarios:
- Vocabulary for menu items, ordering, and resolving issues.
- Polite expressions and making requests.
2. Role-Play:
- Scenarios include ordering food, asking for recommendations, dealing with problems.
- Practice in pairs or small groups.
Day 10: Shopping and Negotiating
1. Shopping Vocabulary:
- Phrases for expressing preferences, asking for prices, and negotiating.
- Vocabulary for different types of stores and products.
2. Role-Play:
- Scenarios include bargaining at a market, returning items, asking for help.
- Practice negotiations in pairs or small groups.
### Week 6: Presentations and Wrap-up
Day 11: Giving Short Presentations
1. Preparation:
- Students choose a topic of interest.
- Guidance on structure: introduction, body, conclusion.
2. Presentations:
- Students deliver their presentations.
- Feedback from the instructor and peers.
Day 12: Final Speaking Showcase and Course Wrap-up
1. Final Showcase:
- Students choose between a presentation or a debate.
- Demonstration of speaking skills learned.
2. Course Wrap-Up:
- Reflection on progress.
- Discussion of future learning goals.
- Distribution of any final materials or resources.
Each session should emphasize interactive and practical speaking opportunities, fostering a supportive environment for building
confidence and fluency in English.
