Achievements: all our new resources for 2022
We’re always working hard at AEUK to produce new lessons and classroom resources.We created over 75 new resources for 2022. These included YouTube lecture worksheets, TED Talks worksheets, plagiarism, vocabulary development, self-assessment, reading tests, listening tests, summary writing skills, the list goes on and on.
Academic Resolutions [new]
Academic Resolutions Lesson [new 2022]
A fun, engaging lesson where students use their skills of description, analysis and evaluation to discuss ‘Resolutions’. The worksheet includes a brainstorming activity, a language review section, ten academic resolutions to describe, analyse and evaluate and seminar questions. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1/C2]
YouTube Lectures [new]
5x YouTube University Lecture Worksheets [Book 1] [updated 2022]
[Ageing World / Life on Planets / Natural health / The Power of time / Marketing in a Recession]
AMAZING VALUE – buy all these Lecture Worksheets in one PDF book.The lesson includes teacher’s notes, a vocabulary development section, note-taking outline plans (for differentiation), comprehension questions with answer key and critical thinking questions. EXAMPLE. TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
5x YouTube University Lecture Worksheets [Book 2] [new 2022]
[Commercial Law / FinTech / Heart Failure / Psychology / Quantum Fields]
AMAZING VALUE – buy all these Lecture Worksheets in one PDF book. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, a vocabulary development section, note-taking outline plans (for differentiation), comprehension questions with answer key and critical thinking questions. EXAMPLE. TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Academic Plagiarism [new]
Academic Plagiarism [new 2022]
This lesson is designed to improve students’ understanding of academic plagiarism. It introduces students to university plagiarism definitions and asks them to create a ‘how to avoid plagiarism’ list. The lesson also includes a section on the university plagiarism system ‘Turnitin’ and a range of tasks on using plagiarism checker websites. Example. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1/C2] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Vocabulary Learning Strategies [new]
Vocabulary Learning Strategies (VLS) [new 2022]
This lesson is designed to improve students’ understanding of vocabulary learning. It introduces the theory of learning vocabulary and Schmitt’s VLS. The lesson includes a range of tasks from investigating different dictionaries, understanding dictionary terminology, recording vocabulary and using a range of digital quizzes and exercises. Worksheet example. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1/C2] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Self-Assessment Questionnaires (New for September)
Self-Assessment Questionnaires [new 2022]
These academic English self-assessment questionnaires focus on the four key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Each questionnaire focuses on the individual elements of each skill and students rank their confidence level accordingly. These questionnaires help students evaluate and assess their learning and encourage learner autonomy. Questionnaire worksheet example. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1/C2] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Behavioural Economics x4 lessons (New for September)
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Reading Test: Behavioural Economics [new 2022]
This 773-word text discusses behavioural economics. It provides a definition of the key term, it analyses how different this type of economics is from classical economics, it looks at nudge theory along with examples of successful nudges and criticisms of the theory and it ends by considering how society can benefit through both types of economics. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; reference words; open answer questions; citations; and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Writing Summary: Behavioural Economics [new 2022]
This 773-word text discusses behavioural economics. It provides a definition of the key term, it analyses how different this type of economics is from classical economics, it looks at nudge theory along with examples of successful nudges and criticisms of the theory and it ends by considering how society can benefit through both types of economics. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Listening Test: Behavioural Economics [new 2022]
This 10-minute lecture talks about how behavioural economics impacts government policy. It defines behavioural economics and nudge theory, it analyses the different types of nudges, it puts forward some successful examples of nudge theory before looking at some of the criticisms of the theory, and it ends with a brief summary. The listening test includes: open answer questions; gap fill summary; true, false, not given; a matching exercise; a gap fill completion activity; and a summary identification task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.00] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Behavioural Economics [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Behavioural Economics PDF Book
AMAZING VALUE – Four lessons in one book: reading test, reading to writing summary writing, listening test & speaking seminar. Example TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Academic Cause & Effect Video
A short 6-minute video on cause and effect language.
Video Worksheet – click here
PDF Lesson Download
Cause and Effect Language [new 2022]
This lesson helps improve students’ awareness of cause and effect language. It includes a language review section, lots of guided practice and freer paragraph writing practice (example). Time: 60mins. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
New for the summer
Digital Marketing
Reading Test: Marketing Theories [new 2022]
This 1000-word text looks at the three most common marketing models: the marketing mix (7ps), the PESTLE model and Porter’s 5 forces. It evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of each model and questions their relevancy in today’s market . The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; citations; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Writing Summary: Marketing Theories [new 2022]
This 1000-word text looks at the three most common marketing models: the marketing mix (7ps), the PESTLE model and Porter’s 5 forces. It evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of each model and questions their relevancy in today’s market. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Listening Test: Digital Marketing Strategies [new 2022]
This short lecture talks about marketing strategies. It looks at how companies build brand awareness and customer retention through SEO building, PPC advertising, email and social media campaigns, influencer and affiliate marketing strategies. The listening test includes: gap fill completion; true, false, not given; multiple choice; open answer questions and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.30] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Seminar Speaking: Digital Marketing [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Marketing Lesson PDF Book
AMAZING VALUE – Four lessons in one book: reading test, reading to writing summary writing, listening test & speaking seminar. Example TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Aviation Decarbonisation
Reading Test – Aviation Decarbonisation: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) [new 2022]
This 788-word text looks at the environmental impact of aviation. It talks about sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as an alternative to conventional jet fuel, it explains how SAF is produced and it discusses the issues that have been raised with SAF. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Writing Summary – Aviation Decarbonisation: Sustainable Aviation Fuel [new 2022]
This 788-word text looks at the environmental impact of aviation. It talks about sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as an alternative to conventional jet fuel, it explains how SAF is produced and it discusses the issues that have been raised with SAF. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening Test – Aviation Decarbonisation: Hydrogen Planes [new 2022]
This short lecture talks about aviation decarbonisation. It looks at the connection between aviation and global average temperatures, it explains how hydrogen is a solution to reduce CO2 emissions, it discusses the processing of hydrogen and how it would work in reality, and it examines the challenges of hydrogen-powered planes. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.25] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Aviation Decarbonisation [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Aviation Decarbonisation Lesson PDF Book
AMAZING VALUE – Four lessons in one book: reading test, reading to writing summary writing, listening test & speaking seminar. Example TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Speaking [new 2022]
Speaking Tests / Practice x5 [new 2022]
These academic speaking tests are similar to the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) speaking exam but follow a university-based narrative. These tests (or lessons) are designed for lower-level students (A2, B1, B2 level) to provide valuable speaking practice around the social English aspect of university life and study. Each test is divided into four parts; general topics, photograph comparison, a task and opinion based questions (see example). Level ***** [A2/B1/B2] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Grammar [new 2022]
Nominalisation (verbs / adjectives to nouns) [updated 2022]
An introduction to nominalisation. This worksheet shows the basics of nominalising, practises changing verbs and adjectives to nouns, and includes four exercises from guided practice through to freer practice. Very good writing practice activity with a fair amount of challenge for all levels. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] Example TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Sentence Structure 3: Complex sentence structure (STEM) [new 2022]
This lesson is to support students in their understanding and practice of complex sentence structure. The worksheets focus on three structures: adverbial, adjective and noun clauses and contain key explanations and sentence and paragraph-level practice within a STEM context (see worksheet example) Time: 90mins. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading Skills [new 2022]
Air Pollution
Reading Test: Air Pollution [new 2022]
This 756-word text explains how ambient air pollution is a serious environmental health problem around the world. It talks about how air pollution is measured, the causes and effects of air pollution and the current measures that are being implemented to reduce air pollution. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading & Summary Writing Lesson: Air Pollution (new 2022)
This 756-word text explains how ambient air pollution is a serious environmental health problem around the world. It talks about how air pollution is measured, the causes and effects of air pollution and the current measures that are being implemented to reduce air pollution. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening Test: Air Pollution [new 2022]
This short 10:50 lecture introduces the global cost of air pollution. It talks about the most polluted cities around the world, it explains how much air pollution costs developing countries and it puts forward measures to decrease air pollution at a global, national and individual level. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.50] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Air Pollution [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Buy Now, Pay Later
Reading Test: Buy Now, Pay Later [new 2022]
This 793-word text defines Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), it talks about the users and the providers of the platform, it explains the benefits and the drawbacks of BNPL and it looks at what can be done to improve this way of purchasing products. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading & Summary Writing Lesson: Buy Now, Pay Later (new 2022)
This 793-word text defines Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), it talks about the users and the providers of the platform, it explains the benefits and the drawbacks of BNPL and it looks at what can be done to improve this way of purchasing products. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening Test: Buy Now Pay Later [new 2022]
This short lecture defines Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), discusses the market share of different countries, introduces Klarna the largest provider of BNPL, explains why Klarna is so successful and looks at the issues with BNPL using Klarna as an example. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.14] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Buy Now Pay Later [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Global Debt
Reading Test: Global Debt [new 2022]
This 775-word text defines global debt, explains how to measure global debt and compares the level of debt in some countries. It talks about the difference between emerging markets and advanced economies in terms of debt, it discusses the reasons for the current debt issues and it compares past and present financial crises. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading & Summary Writing Lesson: Global Debt (new 2022)
This 775-word text defines global debt, explains how to measure global debt and compares the level of debt in some countries. It talks about the difference between emerging markets and advanced economies in terms of debt, it discusses the reasons for the current debt issues and it compares past and present financial crises. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening Test: Global Debt [new 2022]
This short 10:51 lecture defines global debt, looks at the current trends regarding debt and explains how global borrowing works. It discusses why global borrowing has increased, puts forward some reasons why debt could be sustainable and looks at what’s happening with inflation. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.51] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Global Debt [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Microchips
Reading Test: The microchip crisis [new 2022]
This 773-word text discusses the current microchip shortage. It looks at the cause and effects of this crisis, it talks about the world’s reliance on the largest two manufacturers, and it puts forward solutions to mitigate this issue. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading & Summary Writing Lesson: The microchip crisis (new 2022)
This 773-word text discusses the current microchip shortage. It looks at the cause and effects of this crisis, it talks about the world’s reliance on the largest two manufacturers, and it puts forward solutions to mitigate this issue. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening test: The global microchip crisis [new 2022]
This short lecture explains why there is a global shortage of microchips. It talks about why silicon is used to manufacture microchips, the challenge of producing microchips, the costs involved in production, and the profits the largest manufacturers need to make. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [7.14] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: The global microchip crisis [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Primark
Reading Test: Primark: a case study [new 2022]
This 760-word text explains how Primark’s business model has led to it becoming a very successful business. It talks about Primark’s plans for expansion, it puts forward the reasons why Primark does not sell its products online and it explains how Primark intends to move towards more sustainable and ethical practices. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Reading & Summary Writing Lesson: Primark (new 2022)
This 760-word text explains how Primark’s business model has led to it becoming a very successful business. It talks about Primark’s plans for expansion, it puts forward the reasons why Primark does not sell its products online and it explains how Primark intends to move towards more sustainable and ethical practices. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with two sample summaries, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening test: How ethical is Primark? [new 2022]
This short 07.25 lecture introduces the concept of fast fashion, it explains how Primark can buy and sell its garments so cheaply, it looks at Primark’s labour conditions and garment workers’ rights, and it discusses Primark’s carbon footprint. The listening test includes: open answer questions; multiple choice; true, false, not given and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [7.25] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Primark [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Aviation Decarbonisation
Reading Test – Aviation Decarbonisation: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) [new 2022]
This 788-word text looks at the environmental impact of aviation. It talks about sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as an alternative to conventional jet fuel, it explains how SAF is produced and it discusses the issues that have been raised with SAF. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true, false, not given; open answer questions; summary identification exercise; reference words and a vocabulary task. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Writing Summary – Aviation Decarbonisation: Sustainable Aviation Fuel [new 2022]
This 788-word text looks at the environmental impact of aviation. It talks about sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as an alternative to conventional jet fuel, it explains how SAF is produced and it discusses the issues that have been raised with SAF. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answers. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Listening Test – Aviation Decarbonisation: Hydrogen Planes [new 2022]
This short lecture talks about aviation decarbonisation. It looks at the connection between aviation and global average temperatures, it explains how hydrogen is a solution to reduce CO2 emissions, it discusses the processing of hydrogen and how it would work in reality, and it examines the challenges of hydrogen-powered planes. The listening test includes: open answer questions; true, false, not given; multiple choice; and a gap fill summary. (Example) Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [10.25] / MP3 / PPT link in download / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Seminar Speaking: Aviation Decarbonisation [new 2022]
This is a speaking seminar sheet that provides a range of questions for students to discuss together after they have done the reading and listening texts. The seminar provides students with an opportunity to discuss the content, share their opinions and build confidence in speaking. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Aviation Decarbonisation Lesson PDF Book
AMAZING VALUE – Four lessons in one book: reading test, reading to writing summary writing, listening test & speaking seminar. Example TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Listening Skills [new 2022]
Note-taking Skills 3 (Technology)
Listening note-taking methods 3 (Technology): Cornell Notes System [new 2022]
This lesson introduces students to the Cornell notes system. It starts with the students discussing their note-taking experience before introducing them to Cornell’s 5Rs. They then practice using this method by listening to five mini lectures on subjects connected to technology. Sample notes for each lecture are included. Example / Webpage link / Time: 90-120mins. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] Video [08.35] / MP3 / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Note-taking Skills 4 (Science)
Listening note-taking methods 4 (Science): Cornell Notes System [new 2022]
This lesson introduces students to the Cornell notes system. It starts with the students discussing their note-taking experience before introducing them to Cornell’s 5Rs. They then practice using this method by listening to five mini lectures on subjects connected to science. Sample notes for each lecture are included. Example /Webpage link / Time: 90-120mins. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] Video [09.18] / MP3 / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Note-taking Methods Lessons 1 & 2: Go here
Summarising Skills [new 2022]
A 9:30-minute video on how to summarise effectively using the 6-key stages of summarising. It also includes an example summary and two practice activities.
Video Download Worksheet: This is the worksheet that accompanies the video: here
Writing Summary Skills Downloads
Here are six summary lessons based around 3 topics: general academic, business and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Each topic has two lessons: introduction to summary writing and improve your summary writing.
Introduction to Summary Writing: 1A General Academic [new 2022]
Suitable for students beginning their academic studies, this lesson supports students through the summary writing process. It includes an introductory worksheet, an information guide and five practice tasks which are based on general academic themes. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Improve your Summary Writing: 2A General Academic [new 2022]
Following on from summary writing 1A, this lesson provides students with further practice on the summary writing process. It includes a review worksheet, two practice tasks which are based on general academic subjects and a peer feedback checklist. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level *****[B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Introduction to Summary Writing: 1B Business [new 2022]
Suitable for students beginning their academic studies, this lesson supports students through the summary writing process. It includes an introductory worksheet, an information guide and five practice tasks which are based on a range of business topics. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Improve your Summary Writing: 2B Business [new 2022]
Following on from summary writing 1B, this lesson, this lesson provides students with further practice on the summary writing process. It includes a review worksheet, two practice tasks which are based on business topics and a peer feedback checklist. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Introduction to Summary Writing: 1C STEM [new 2022]
Suitable for students beginning their academic studies, this lesson supports students through the summary writing process. It includes an introductory worksheet, an information guide and five practice tasks which are based on STEM topics. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Improve your Summary Writing: 2C STEM [new 2022]
Following on from summary writing 1C, this lesson, this lesson provides students with further practice on the summary writing process. It includes a review worksheet, two practice tasks which are based on STEM subjects and a peer feedback checklist. Sample notes and sample summaries are also provided. Example. Webpage link. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Fact versus Opinion [new 2022]
This lesson helps to improve students’ critical reading and academic writing skills by being able to identify and use fact and opinion. It includes a reflection exercise, a language review sheet and many guided and freer practice activities at sentence and paragraph level (worksheet example) Time: 120mins. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED Talk Listening Worksheets [new 2022]
TED TALK: Why Brexit happened and what to do next… – Alexander Betts [new 2022]
TED TALK: This lecture discusses the reasons why Brexit happened and how the UK can move forward post Brexit. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [17:15] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: How China is (and isn’t) fighting air pollution– Angel Hsu [new 2022]
TED TALK: The lecture discusses the issue of air pollution in China. The speaker talks about fine particulate pollution, actions of the Chinese citizens to raise awareness of the issue and the Chinese government’s measures to help combat the issue. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [12:09] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: How we could change the planet’s climate future – David Wallace [new 2022]
TED TALK: The lecture discusses the causes of climate change, effects of climate change especially on cities in South Asia and the Middle East and the solutions to prevent the climate from getting warmer. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [11:12] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: The big myth of government deficits – Stephanie Kelton [new 2022]
TED TALK: The lecture discusses how government debt can be seen viewed positively. The speaker makes the case to stop looking at government spending as a path towards frightening piles of debt, but rather as a financial contribution to the things that matter. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [13:51] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: 3 ways to lower the barriers to higher education – Adrian K. Haugabrook [new 2022]
TED TALK: The lecture discusses how less than 7% of people worldwide have a bachelor’s degree. The speaker introduces an innovative approach to expanding access to higher education by driving down costs and rethinking three key things.The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [13:11] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: What makes a job good and the case for investing in people – Warren Valdmanis [new 2022]
TED TALK: The lecture discusses how businesses need to stop cutting labor costs and start investing in people. The speaker breaks down the essential ingredients of a “good” job and shares why they’re key to building great companies.The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [11:11] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: Obesity: the modern famine – Kathy Campbell [new 2022]
TED TALK: A short lecture on obesity. The lecturer talks about who is obese, why they are obese and why culture is the foundation of a healthy life. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [13:39] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: The power of plant-based eating – Dr. Joanne Kong [new 2022]
TED TALK: A short lecture on the power of plant-based eating. The speaker talks about the benefits of eating plant-based, the issue of consuming meat to the economy and the unethical side of meat production. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [14:54] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: Why a free and fair internet is more vital than ever – Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa [new 2022]
TED TALK: A short lecture on digital discrimination. The speaker calls for collective access to the opportunities and potential the internet provides, underscoring the necessity of free and fair digital rights for all. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [09:23] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: How wind energy could power the Earth… 18 times over – Dan Jørgensen [new 2022]
TED TALK: A short lecture on how the wind power industry has grown exponentially. The speaker, Denmark’s climate minister Dan Jørgensen, lays out his plan to end the country’s oil industry by 2050 and transition to a fossil-free future powered by wind energy. The lesson includes teacher’s notes, comprehension questions, critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Webpage link. Level: ***** [B2/C1] / Video [09:23] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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TED TALK: Tax avoidance: a necessary evil by Alexandre Stylianoudis [new 2022]
TED Talk: In this short (12 minute) lecture, the speaker explains how MNCs use the ‘double Irish Dutch sandwich’ to significantly reduce their tax liabilities. He also explains why many corporations have left their home countries and have set up in London instead. The listening test consists of ten comprehension questions, six critical thinking questions and an answer key. Example. Level ***** [B2/C1] / Video [12.27] / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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BBC 6 Minute Listening Worksheets [new 2022]
Algorithms [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Bitcoin’s energy cost [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Do consumers care about carbon footprint? [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Making sense of census [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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How colour affects us [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Diets: Are personalised diets the best way to be healthy? [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Memory: Why we forget the things we learn [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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How green is nuclear power? [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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Sleepy in South Korea [new 2022]
BBC 6-Minute Listening / Video
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The fear of numbers [new 2022]
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10x BBC PDF Book [new 2022]
10x BBC English PDF Worksheets [new 2022]
AMAZING VALUE – buy all the new BBC 6 minute worksheets in one PDF book.
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Listening Skills: Useful websites video [new 2022]
A 11-minute instructional video on how to use some of the best websites on the internet to improve listening skills outside the class.
Listening Websites: Improve your listening skills [new 2022]
Here are some great websites we recommend to our students to improve their listening outside of class. These websites will help students gain valuable practice in checking their understanding, identifying main ideas and recognising supporting details. Webpage link TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Reference Skills [new 2022]
Reporting verbs: worksheet [updated 2022]
Use the verbs in the box to put into the sentences in the worksheet. Each sentence has a description of the type of verb needed. Check the grammar of the verb too! TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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