STUDENT PROFILE
Student’s Name Alberto Moto Minguez
Gender and age Male, 31
Nationality Spanish
Education High school (Industrial Engineer)
Language Level Intermediate
Motivation He wants to improve his English to find a job in an English-
speaking country or to progress in his current job at his Company
He likes to travel, talking to friends and to better understand the
English films he likes so much
Perceived Feels confident writing in English.
Strengths Alberto shows a willingness to explore complex topics,
such as environmental issues and workplace dynamics,
which indicates a strong desire to learn and grow.
His involvement in humorous reenactments indicates
creativity and an ability to think outside the box, making
learning more engaging and memorable.
Perceived Feel that conversation and listening is his weak points
Weaknesses Difficulties in pronunciation of English words
Student struggles to understand listening to English
speakers
Wants to improve conversational topics in class
Difficulty in pronouncing words and speaking fluently
Learning Wants teacher to incorporate topics of his interests like
Preferences Environment, Science, and current affairs in the lessons
Fun activities, to motivate him to learn
Watching short video clips or movies
To learn using authentic materials
Discussion topics about the environment, science, technology,
and current affairs
Wants to focus on technical vocabulary
Teacher’s Role I will take care of both of these needs since Alberto has stated that
he wants a fun instructor who can pronounce words in English
perfectly. Alberto aspires for his lessons to be entertaining and
engaging. Thus, I'll design classes around subjects that I find
interesting. Alfredo
Topics of Interest Environment/ Science/ Technology/ Current affairs
THE COURSE PLAN
pg. 1 lesson plan 150823
, Name of the Teacher Name of the Student Level of the
student
Ruan Venter Alberto Moto Minguez Intermediate
B1
Syllabus Type:
Multi syllabus
Skills-Based: The student will focus on activities where listening, speaking and reading are
important, this will help to apply for a job in an English country for interviews and learn
vocabulary to improve his conversational skills with friends like talking about current
affairs or making jokes and topics of interests like technology.
Topic-based: The student will focus on activities in which he will be interested, and he will
have homework tasks that will involve discussions and conversations with family or
friends, allowing him to practice what he has learned in the lesson using the various
topics covered in the lesson.
Course Aims:
By the end of the course, the student will be better able to…
- Engage in conversations on various topics with greater fluency, while enhancing English
pronunciation; Communicate confidently and accurately in spoken English, particularly to
support professional interactions and work-related situations.
- Participate in casual conversations with friends, discussing everyday topics such as current
events and light-hearted matters.
- Improve pronunciation, especially for vocabulary relevant to job applications and
interviews, and for social discussions with friends on interests like the environment and
current affairs."
Course Rationale: (700 – 1000 words)
Here you need to include:
why you have chosen this syllabus type
why you have chosen the topic(s) covered
why you have chosen this target language/skill
the rationale behind the structure of the course, e.g. why is it in this order?
how the course will meet the learner’s needs
Why you have chosen this syllabus type:
pg. 2 lesson plan 150823
, The right syllabus is crucial to ensuring the lesson objectives are achieved and Alberto’s
goals are successfully met. This is why I decided on a multi-syllabus approach.
I selected listening and speaking as the primary focus because Alberto specifically
mentioned these areas he needs to improve. This was also evident in his interview and
needs analysis. Alberto expressed a desire to work with authentic materials and showed an
interest in topics like the environment, humor, and current affairs. Additionally, he needs to
enhance his English skills to secure employment. He aims to improve his conversational
English not only for professional purposes but also for social situations.
A multi-syllabus lesson allows me to integrate various resources, keeping Alberto engaged
by using relevant collocations, phrases, and idioms tied to his motivations for improving
his English.
Why you have chosen the topic(s) covered:
I have chosen the topic of small talk and reviewed the syllabus for the first lesson to help
Alberto feel comfortable and establish a positive rapport between us. By discussing his
interests, I can gather valuable insights into his strengths and weaknesses.
Alberto talked about the environment and current affairs, so he is preserving these topics.
The lessons that are related to the environment (a plastic ocean) and current affairs (What
happened during the Hamas attacks on 7 October 2023) will motivate him to improve his
speaking and proper pronunciation.
I planned for one lesson to have Silly Dialogues for Listening/Reading Practice because
Alberto enjoys humor.
I also chose workspace communication so that Alberto can practice real-life work
environment indicating that he is looking for a job in the UK.
Why you have chosen this target language/skill:
I have chosen to focus primarily on listening and speaking skills because Alberto's goals
include engaging in conversations with friends, discussing environmental and current
issues, and improving his English to find a job in England. All of these objectives rely
heavily on strong listening and speaking abilities. Additionally, from observing his
interview video, he faces challenges in these areas and would benefit from further
development.
The rationale behind the structure of the course, e.g., why is it in this order?
The course is designed to meet the student's needs, offering enjoyable, well-balanced
lessons with engaging and entertaining activities that will capture Alberto's interest and
motivate him to put in his best effort. The carefully sequenced structure of the course is
designed to meet Alberto’s specific learning objectives while keeping him engaged and
motivated. Each lesson is connected thematically and builds on the skills learned in the
previous session. By starting with foundational skills, moving through topics of interest,
and culminating in practical applications relevant to his job search, the course effectively
supports Alberto in achieving his personal and professional goals. This structured approach
ensures that he not only improves his English proficiency but also gains confidence in his
ability to communicate effectively in various contexts.
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Student’s Name Alberto Moto Minguez
Gender and age Male, 31
Nationality Spanish
Education High school (Industrial Engineer)
Language Level Intermediate
Motivation He wants to improve his English to find a job in an English-
speaking country or to progress in his current job at his Company
He likes to travel, talking to friends and to better understand the
English films he likes so much
Perceived Feels confident writing in English.
Strengths Alberto shows a willingness to explore complex topics,
such as environmental issues and workplace dynamics,
which indicates a strong desire to learn and grow.
His involvement in humorous reenactments indicates
creativity and an ability to think outside the box, making
learning more engaging and memorable.
Perceived Feel that conversation and listening is his weak points
Weaknesses Difficulties in pronunciation of English words
Student struggles to understand listening to English
speakers
Wants to improve conversational topics in class
Difficulty in pronouncing words and speaking fluently
Learning Wants teacher to incorporate topics of his interests like
Preferences Environment, Science, and current affairs in the lessons
Fun activities, to motivate him to learn
Watching short video clips or movies
To learn using authentic materials
Discussion topics about the environment, science, technology,
and current affairs
Wants to focus on technical vocabulary
Teacher’s Role I will take care of both of these needs since Alberto has stated that
he wants a fun instructor who can pronounce words in English
perfectly. Alberto aspires for his lessons to be entertaining and
engaging. Thus, I'll design classes around subjects that I find
interesting. Alfredo
Topics of Interest Environment/ Science/ Technology/ Current affairs
THE COURSE PLAN
pg. 1 lesson plan 150823
, Name of the Teacher Name of the Student Level of the
student
Ruan Venter Alberto Moto Minguez Intermediate
B1
Syllabus Type:
Multi syllabus
Skills-Based: The student will focus on activities where listening, speaking and reading are
important, this will help to apply for a job in an English country for interviews and learn
vocabulary to improve his conversational skills with friends like talking about current
affairs or making jokes and topics of interests like technology.
Topic-based: The student will focus on activities in which he will be interested, and he will
have homework tasks that will involve discussions and conversations with family or
friends, allowing him to practice what he has learned in the lesson using the various
topics covered in the lesson.
Course Aims:
By the end of the course, the student will be better able to…
- Engage in conversations on various topics with greater fluency, while enhancing English
pronunciation; Communicate confidently and accurately in spoken English, particularly to
support professional interactions and work-related situations.
- Participate in casual conversations with friends, discussing everyday topics such as current
events and light-hearted matters.
- Improve pronunciation, especially for vocabulary relevant to job applications and
interviews, and for social discussions with friends on interests like the environment and
current affairs."
Course Rationale: (700 – 1000 words)
Here you need to include:
why you have chosen this syllabus type
why you have chosen the topic(s) covered
why you have chosen this target language/skill
the rationale behind the structure of the course, e.g. why is it in this order?
how the course will meet the learner’s needs
Why you have chosen this syllabus type:
pg. 2 lesson plan 150823
, The right syllabus is crucial to ensuring the lesson objectives are achieved and Alberto’s
goals are successfully met. This is why I decided on a multi-syllabus approach.
I selected listening and speaking as the primary focus because Alberto specifically
mentioned these areas he needs to improve. This was also evident in his interview and
needs analysis. Alberto expressed a desire to work with authentic materials and showed an
interest in topics like the environment, humor, and current affairs. Additionally, he needs to
enhance his English skills to secure employment. He aims to improve his conversational
English not only for professional purposes but also for social situations.
A multi-syllabus lesson allows me to integrate various resources, keeping Alberto engaged
by using relevant collocations, phrases, and idioms tied to his motivations for improving
his English.
Why you have chosen the topic(s) covered:
I have chosen the topic of small talk and reviewed the syllabus for the first lesson to help
Alberto feel comfortable and establish a positive rapport between us. By discussing his
interests, I can gather valuable insights into his strengths and weaknesses.
Alberto talked about the environment and current affairs, so he is preserving these topics.
The lessons that are related to the environment (a plastic ocean) and current affairs (What
happened during the Hamas attacks on 7 October 2023) will motivate him to improve his
speaking and proper pronunciation.
I planned for one lesson to have Silly Dialogues for Listening/Reading Practice because
Alberto enjoys humor.
I also chose workspace communication so that Alberto can practice real-life work
environment indicating that he is looking for a job in the UK.
Why you have chosen this target language/skill:
I have chosen to focus primarily on listening and speaking skills because Alberto's goals
include engaging in conversations with friends, discussing environmental and current
issues, and improving his English to find a job in England. All of these objectives rely
heavily on strong listening and speaking abilities. Additionally, from observing his
interview video, he faces challenges in these areas and would benefit from further
development.
The rationale behind the structure of the course, e.g., why is it in this order?
The course is designed to meet the student's needs, offering enjoyable, well-balanced
lessons with engaging and entertaining activities that will capture Alberto's interest and
motivate him to put in his best effort. The carefully sequenced structure of the course is
designed to meet Alberto’s specific learning objectives while keeping him engaged and
motivated. Each lesson is connected thematically and builds on the skills learned in the
previous session. By starting with foundational skills, moving through topics of interest,
and culminating in practical applications relevant to his job search, the course effectively
supports Alberto in achieving his personal and professional goals. This structured approach
ensures that he not only improves his English proficiency but also gains confidence in his
ability to communicate effectively in various contexts.
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