Name of the Teacher Date Level of the class Length of lesson
Elizabeth 1/17/2024 Upper-intermediate (C1) 60 - Minutes
Lesson Type:
Reading
Lesson Topic:
7 Fantastic health benefits of eating vegan
Lesson Aims: Lesson Outcomes:
By the end of the lesson, students will be better able to… By the end of the lesson, students will have…
Develop their ability to read for gist using authentic material Improved their ability to grasp the main idea of a text on
on the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle through skimming
Enhance their reading skills for specific health-related techniques.
information (scanning) within the context of vegan lifestyle Enhanced their skill in scanning for specific health-related
texts information in vegan lifestyle texts.
Expanded their health-related vocabulary and
comprehension.
Successfully engaged in activities that reinforce both
reading for gist and reading for specific health-related
information
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,Anticipated difficulties: Suggested solutions:
Include one relating to L1/age/level of the students and one for the
subskills (reading for gist and for detail/specific information) 1. Clearly establish an English-only communication rule.
Encourage them to use English even during group discussions
1. L1 - As English is not the students' first language, they may and provide engaging activities to keep them focused on the
be tempted to communicate in their native language, language.
hindering English practice.
2. Organise dynamic, interactive activities related to the topic
2. Age - Young adults close in age may find it challenging to that maintain their interest. Set expectations for a focused
resist small talk or distractions during the lesson. learning environment, emphasising the importance of the
lesson content.
3. Level - Some students may struggle with complex words and
phrases, impacting their overall comprehension. 3. Allow sufficient reading time, encourage multiple readings,
and address challenging sections during the lesson. Offer
4. Italian speakers might add vowels to the end of English words explanations, examples, and engage in discussions to
due to linguistic differences, affecting pronunciation. enhance understanding.
5. Reading for gist - Some students might struggle to extract 4. Implement pronunciation drills, use the phonemic chart to
the main idea of the text within a limited time frame. clarify sounds, and practice words and phrases ending in
consonants. Focus on natural pronunciation patterns and
6. Reading for Specific Information - Scanning for specific discourage over-articulation.
details may pose a challenge, affecting their ability to answer
detailed questions. 5. Provide a brief overview of the text's topic before reading.
Encourage skimming and guide them to focus on the
headings, topic sentences, and the overall structure of
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, paragraphs. Incorporate a pre-reading activity to activate
background knowledge.
6. Offer guidance on effective scanning techniques, such as
underlining keywords, using headings, and paying attention
to formatting (bullet points, numbering). Gradually increase
the complexity of questions to develop their scanning skills.
Provide feedback during practice activities.
Authentic Text (insert reading text here or link to the listening recording)
https://www.peta.org.uk/living/vegan-health-benefits/
7 Fantastic Health Benefits of Eating Vegan
1. Vegan foods are rich in the nutrients your body needs.
You can get all the nutrients you need from a healthy, balanced vegan diet rich in wholefoods including fruits, vegetables, pulses, grains,
nuts, and seeds. Several studies have reported that people who eat vegan tend to consume more fibre, antioxidants, potassium,
magnesium, folate, and vitamins A, C, and E.
2. Eating vegan helps reduce our risk of suffering from cancer and other diseases.
A recent study suggests that eating vegan can help reduce our risk for disease, as plant-based foods are packed with phytochemicals –
including the powerful antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables. Researchers found that vegans had higher concentrations of
antioxidant carotenoids, a higher proportion of total omega-3 fatty acids, and lower levels of saturated fatty acids than non-vegans, all
of which are linked to positive health outcomes.
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Elizabeth 1/17/2024 Upper-intermediate (C1) 60 - Minutes
Lesson Type:
Reading
Lesson Topic:
7 Fantastic health benefits of eating vegan
Lesson Aims: Lesson Outcomes:
By the end of the lesson, students will be better able to… By the end of the lesson, students will have…
Develop their ability to read for gist using authentic material Improved their ability to grasp the main idea of a text on
on the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle the health benefits of a vegan lifestyle through skimming
Enhance their reading skills for specific health-related techniques.
information (scanning) within the context of vegan lifestyle Enhanced their skill in scanning for specific health-related
texts information in vegan lifestyle texts.
Expanded their health-related vocabulary and
comprehension.
Successfully engaged in activities that reinforce both
reading for gist and reading for specific health-related
information
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,Anticipated difficulties: Suggested solutions:
Include one relating to L1/age/level of the students and one for the
subskills (reading for gist and for detail/specific information) 1. Clearly establish an English-only communication rule.
Encourage them to use English even during group discussions
1. L1 - As English is not the students' first language, they may and provide engaging activities to keep them focused on the
be tempted to communicate in their native language, language.
hindering English practice.
2. Organise dynamic, interactive activities related to the topic
2. Age - Young adults close in age may find it challenging to that maintain their interest. Set expectations for a focused
resist small talk or distractions during the lesson. learning environment, emphasising the importance of the
lesson content.
3. Level - Some students may struggle with complex words and
phrases, impacting their overall comprehension. 3. Allow sufficient reading time, encourage multiple readings,
and address challenging sections during the lesson. Offer
4. Italian speakers might add vowels to the end of English words explanations, examples, and engage in discussions to
due to linguistic differences, affecting pronunciation. enhance understanding.
5. Reading for gist - Some students might struggle to extract 4. Implement pronunciation drills, use the phonemic chart to
the main idea of the text within a limited time frame. clarify sounds, and practice words and phrases ending in
consonants. Focus on natural pronunciation patterns and
6. Reading for Specific Information - Scanning for specific discourage over-articulation.
details may pose a challenge, affecting their ability to answer
detailed questions. 5. Provide a brief overview of the text's topic before reading.
Encourage skimming and guide them to focus on the
headings, topic sentences, and the overall structure of
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, paragraphs. Incorporate a pre-reading activity to activate
background knowledge.
6. Offer guidance on effective scanning techniques, such as
underlining keywords, using headings, and paying attention
to formatting (bullet points, numbering). Gradually increase
the complexity of questions to develop their scanning skills.
Provide feedback during practice activities.
Authentic Text (insert reading text here or link to the listening recording)
https://www.peta.org.uk/living/vegan-health-benefits/
7 Fantastic Health Benefits of Eating Vegan
1. Vegan foods are rich in the nutrients your body needs.
You can get all the nutrients you need from a healthy, balanced vegan diet rich in wholefoods including fruits, vegetables, pulses, grains,
nuts, and seeds. Several studies have reported that people who eat vegan tend to consume more fibre, antioxidants, potassium,
magnesium, folate, and vitamins A, C, and E.
2. Eating vegan helps reduce our risk of suffering from cancer and other diseases.
A recent study suggests that eating vegan can help reduce our risk for disease, as plant-based foods are packed with phytochemicals –
including the powerful antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables. Researchers found that vegans had higher concentrations of
antioxidant carotenoids, a higher proportion of total omega-3 fatty acids, and lower levels of saturated fatty acids than non-vegans, all
of which are linked to positive health outcomes.
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