by AEUK | Feb 29, 2020
Critical Thinking: An Introduction – Lecture Listening Lesson This lecture focuses on critical thinking at university. It includes a definition, alternative thinking styles, Bloom’s taxonomy and how to apply analysing and evaluation questions to reading...
by AEUK | Feb 26, 2020
Text analysis 1: Going to University (Updated 2024) A great lesson for developing and practising critical thinking skills. It is a 400-word text on ‘going to university’ with over 15 possible problems. Students use the higher level thinking skills of...
by AEUK | Feb 25, 2020
5 tips to improve critical thinking – Samantha Agoos TED TALK: This lecture discusses briefly what is critical thinking and five key strategies to apply to improve critical thinking. It is a good listening as an introduction to criticality. Webpage Example. ...
by AEUK | Feb 19, 2020
Introduction to the AWL Using Synonyms: Sublist 1- 4 This is a great lesson to introduce the Academic Word List (AWL). It begins with a small explanation about the AWL. This is then followed with a focus activity on Sublist 1 by identifying possible synonyms –...
by AEUK | Feb 16, 2020
Would you sacrifice one person to save five? – Eleanor Nelson TED TALK: This lecture discusses an ethical dilemma called ‘The Trolley Problem’ devised by Philippa Foot (1967). It highlights why this type of ethical analysis is important in...
by AEUK | Feb 15, 2020
Taking trash talk to a whole new level – Peter Harris TED TALK: The lecturer discusses how road transport related emissions could be significantly reduced by using waste-derived methane as a fuel. Example Webpage Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] / Video [09:55] /...
by AEUK | Jan 14, 2020
Video Games: Reading & Summary Writing Lesson The text discusses three serious health issues connected to playing video games. The text uses eight key sources to highlight gaming to be a future health concern. Students take notes on key idea and write a summary...
by AEUK | Jan 14, 2020
Reading Test: The Impact of Video Games on Health The text discusses three serious health issues connected to playing video games. The text uses eight key sources to highlight gaming to be a future health concern. The reading test worksheet tests headings, T/F/NG,...
by AEUK | Jan 14, 2020
Video Games Lesson PDF Book Five lessons in one book. Introduction, definition, reading test, summary writing, lecture listening & seminar. Webpage link Example. TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP The book includes: Introduction: speaking &...
by AEUK | Dec 10, 2019
TED Talk Test: Your Brain on Video Games – Daphne Bavelier TED TALK: This TED talk discusses how action-packed shooter games can be used as educational and rehabilitation tools. It provides clear examples of research and an analysis of the brain. Listening...
by AEUK | Nov 7, 2019
Oil & Gas SPSE Lesson (writing &/or reading) QUESTION: In the future, the Earth is likely to run out of oil and gas. What problems do you foresee? What are the possible solutions? How effective are these solutions? Answer this question and write a SPSE essay...
by AEUK | Nov 6, 2019
Shanty Towns: Reading &/or Writing SPSE Lesson Question: Shanty Towns are unhealthy environments for people to live. What problems do they have? What are he possible solutions? How effective are these solutions Answer this question and write between 200 – 300...
by AEUK | Oct 21, 2019
Economic Inequality: Summary Reading & Writing Lesson The text discusses what is economic inequality and how it is measured. It also discusses the unfairness of wealth distribution between the rich and the poor and suggests possible solutions to address the...
by AEUK | Oct 20, 2019
Economic Inequality Lesson book AMAZING VALUE – Five lessons in one book. Introduction, definition, reading test, summary writing, [extra reading] lecture listening & seminar Dictogloss #17 Economic Inequality Reading Test: Economic inequality By A. Watson...
by AEUK | Oct 16, 2019
Dictogloss #17: Economic Inequality A definition of Economic Inequality that explains the two key parameters and key terms connected to these. Example Webpage Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Sep 19, 2019
Artificial Intelligence Lesson PDF Book AMAZING VALUE – Five lessons in one book. Introduction, definition, reading & summary writing, 2 x lecture listenings & seminar Includes Dictogloss #16 Artificial Intelligence AEUK Reading & summary...
by AEUK | Sep 19, 2019
Dictogloss #16: Artificial Intelligence [A.I] A definition of artificial Intelligence which includes key sources and the two main classifications.. Example Webpage Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Sep 10, 2019
Noise Pollution Lesson PDF Book AMAZING VALUE – Five lessons in one book. Introduction, definition, reading test, summary writing, lecture listening & seminar. More information. Level ***** [B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP / INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP The book includes:...
by AEUK | Aug 22, 2019
Dictogloss #15: Noise Pollution A definition of noise pollution, the main sources associated with it and the key detrimental health effects. Webpage link Example Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Aug 22, 2019
Noise Pollution: Reading & Summary Writing Lesson The text discusses what noise pollution is and how it has recently been recognised as harmful to health. The text explores recent empirical evidence into the detrimental effects of noise pollution and presents the...
by AEUK | Aug 22, 2019
Reading Test: Noise Pollution – The Under-Estimated Threat to Health The text discusses what noise pollution is and how it has recently been recognised as harmful to health. The text explores recent empirical evidence into the deterimental effects of noise...
by AEUK | Aug 22, 2019
Seminar Listening 3 [5 minute seminar] This listening worksheet is three teachers discussing their views on the TED Talk lecture: The Happy Planet Index by Nic Marks Webpage link (see example). Level ***** [B1/B2] / Video (5.00) / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Aug 21, 2019
How can A.I save humanity? – Kai Fu Lee, TED TALK: This lecture discusses how China has embraced A.I technology and is accelerating its advancement. It focuses on the main challenges that we all face with an A.I future and how it will positively compliment our...
by AEUK | Aug 21, 2019
Noun Phrases This lesson is a worksheet to highlight what are noun phrases and provide valuable practice. It focuses on the key concepts of quantifiers, adjectives and nouns, noun + noun, noun + preposition and noun clause combinations. Webpage (see example). ...
by AEUK | Aug 21, 2019
Why noise pollution is bad for your health and what you can do about it. – Mathias Basner TED TALK: This lecture discusses the rise in environmental noise and its psychological and physical effects. It proposes a number of possible solutions to control and...
by AEUK | Aug 19, 2019
Social media and the end of gender – Johanna Blakley TED TALK: This Ted talk discusses how social media has changed the way that mass media understands its audience. Marketing used to be based on demographics but the recent progression in group formation on social...
by AEUK | Aug 19, 2019
How to see past your own perspective and find truth – Michael Patrick Lynch TED TALK: This lecture discusses how we have become all polarised in our shared values and need to apply three concepts to create a common reality of truth. Webpage Level: ***** [C1]...
by AEUK | Aug 18, 2019
How we’re priming some kids for college and others for prison – Alice Gothman TED TALK: An examination of a bias criminal justice system that racial discriminates against poorer black communities in America. Listening worksheets use a range of test type...
by AEUK | Aug 14, 2019
Seminar Listening 2 [3 minute seminar] This listening worksheet is four teachers discussing whether it is better to learn English online or in a regular classroom. Each teacher provider an opinion and a justification for their choice Example Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]...
by AEUK | Aug 9, 2019
The investment logic for sustainability- Chris McKnett TED TALK: The importance of investing in the sustainable areas of environment, social and corporate governance. The lecture provides examples of companies that are deploying sustainable and productive outcomes....
by AEUK | Aug 2, 2019
What you should know about vaping and e-cigarettes – Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin TED TALK: This Ted talk discusses how vaping has become an epidemic in the U.S and some of the dangers of e-liquids. The lecture provides a background on different types of vaping, data on...
by AEUK | Jul 28, 2019
Academic Integrity – Discussion Lesson This is a great speaking lesson on the values and principles of academic integrity. Defining ‘academic integrity’, A kinaesthetic speaking activity on the key terms of academic misconduct. A yes/no...
by AEUK | Jul 27, 2019
Seminar Listening [1 – 5 minute seminar] This listening worksheet is four different nationalities discussing ‘American Values’. Students listen and take notes on what the different nationalities (Indian, Ethiopian, Japanese, American) say about...
by AEUK | Jul 5, 2019
Week 1 Book: Introductory Lessons to EAP This PDF book provides a number of resources suitable for the first week on an EAP course. (Presessional, Foundation, or University English study courses). It includes: getting organised ideas, a getting-to-know you activity, ...
by AEUK | Jun 22, 2019
Language Revision: The Basics This lesson is a basic worksheet to revise key meta-language used by teachers in the classroom. It’s a great lesson to do at the beginning of EAP course because it is helpful revision of key terms that students are expected to be...
by AEUK | Jun 21, 2019
Classroom Questions: Improving Students’ Interaction Skills This lesson is a basic worksheet for student’s to create common classroom questions. Examples are asking the teacher for an example, or what’s a synonym of that word? This lesson helps to...
by AEUK | Jun 21, 2019
Classroom Mingle: Getting-to-Know You This lesson comprises of twenty different speaking questions. Students mingle around the room asking and answering questions on a range of questions based around their university study. (See example). Webpage Link Level *****...
by AEUK | Jun 17, 2019
Speaking: Procrastination Students start by discussing and writing a possible procrastination definition. This is then followed by a discussion about the causes, effects and possible solutions connected to procrastination. Helpful teacher’s notes to guide the...
by AEUK | Jun 16, 2019
Procrastination: Inside the mind of a master procrastination – Tim Urban TED TALK: A really funny talk on three characters that play an important part in the mind of a procrastinator. Includes comprehension questions and a PPT (Example). Level ***** [B2/C1] ...
by AEUK | Jun 16, 2019
Dictogloss: Procrastination A definition of plagiarism that includes two established scholars in the field and the two forms of procrastination. Example Webpage Link More dictogloss lessons Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Jun 16, 2019
Procrastination Lesson Resource Book This lesson includes three resources: 1) A definition writing (including a dictation/dictogloss). 2) A discussion worksheet about the causes, effects and possible solutions connected to procrastination, 3) A TED Talk lecture...
by AEUK | Jun 4, 2019
Listening Test: US Gun Culture This lecture focuses on the rise of gun related deaths and mass shootings in the U.S. It investigates the barriers that prevent stricter gun controls and calls for a ban on semi-automatic weapons. It includes a video, test questions,...
by AEUK | May 6, 2019
Speaking Tasks: Analysis & Evaluation This lessons includes six speaking task cards (halls of residence, speaking English, greener university, plagiarism, congestion, homelessness). In small groups students discuss the situation, analyse the key issues/areas and...
by AEUK | Apr 10, 2019
Writing Summary: Academic Plagiarism: Writing Mills The text discusses what is academic plagiarism, what are custom essay writing services (writing mills) and why university students use them. It highlights the key problems associated with using these sites and...
by AEUK | Apr 10, 2019
Reading Test: Academic Plagiarism The text discusses what is academic plagiarism, what are custom essay writing services and why university students use them. It highlights the key problems associated with using these sites and offers possible solutions to prevent...
by AEUK | Apr 10, 2019
Academic Plagiarism- Lecture Listening Lesson This lecture focuses on academic plagiarism, custom essay writing services and the associated problems and solutions. It includes a video, test questions, tapescript and PPT Example Level ***** [B2/C1] PPT link in...
by AEUK | Apr 10, 2019
Dictogloss #13: Academic Plagiarism A definition of plagiarism, the different forms of plagiarism and essay writing services. Key language areas: gerunds (ing forms) / plagiarism terminology. Example Level: ***** [B1/B2/C1] / TEACHER MEMBERSHIP INSTITUTIONAL...
by AEUK | Mar 23, 2019
Reading Test: Economic Inequality The text defines economic inequality. It discuses differences in income distribution between the rich and poor, it highlights how inequality his measured and offers a range of solutions to address income inequality. The reading test...
by AEUK | Mar 23, 2019
Economic Inequality- Lecture Listening Lesson This is a lecture on what economic inequality is, how wealth is distributed, how the past has affected the present and the current debate. It includes: a video, test questions and PPT Webpage ( example). Level *****...
by AEUK | Mar 17, 2019
Listening Test: Ethical Consumerism This is a lecture on defining the ethical consumerism, the associated problems with consumers and the positive advances in the ethical consumerism movement. It includes a video, test questions and PPT Webpage Example Level *****...
