What Would A World Without Prisons Be Like?
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In this ESL lesson on prisons, we explore the intriguing concept of a world without prisons, delving into its potential impact on society—raising questions about safety, justice, and the need for transformative alternatives.
Pre-Lesson Work.
Instructions:
Download and send the pre-lesson work to your students for class preparation.
Warm Up.
Activity Instructions
Identify the crime shown in each picture.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through an engaging exercise.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Define.
Activity Instructions
Match the definition to the correct crime.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through an engaging quiz, and learn key words..
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Questions.
Activity Instructions
Discuss the lead-in questions as a class.
Activity Aim
Introduce the topic through engaging questions.
Activity Time
10 minutes.
Video.
Activity Instructions
Watch the video before or during the class.
Activity Aim
Explore the topic of prison systems through an awesome video.
Activity Time
5 minutes.
Comprehension
Activity Instructions
Choose the correct answer to each video-based comprehension question.
Activity Aim
Ensure students understand the ideas and concepts presented in the video.
Activity Time
10 minutes.
Discussion.
Activity Instructions
Discuss the following questions as a class.
Activity Aim
Learn through speaking and making errors. Have fun!
Activity Time
30 minutes.
Debate.
Activity Instructions
State if you agree or disagree with each statement, explaining why. Use the language from the pre-lesson work PDF.
Activity Aim
Improve speaking skills, critical thinking, and persuasive communication.
Activity Time
15 minutes.
Sentencing.
Activity Instructions
Study each situation, then decide on an appropriate consequence for each person. Explain your reasoning.
Activity Aim
Allows students to use the language and ideas presented in the lesson in a practical way.
Activity Time
15 minutes.
Homework.
Instructions:
Download the homework PDF and send to the student.
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