Title: “The Renaissance Adventure: Unveiling the Marvels of the Renaissance Period”

Objective: To engage adult C1 learners in a fun and interactive speaking lesson about the Renaissance period, while enhancing their vocabulary, speaking skills, and cultural knowledge.

Duration: 60 minutes

Materials: 1. PowerPoint presentation with images and key information about the Renaissance period. 2. Handouts with discussion questions and vocabulary exercises. 3. Whiteboard or flipchart with markers. 4. Optional: Renaissance-themed props or costumes.

Procedure:

1. Warm-up (5 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by showing an image of a famous Renaissance artwork or building.
   • Ask the learners to share their initial thoughts and impressions about the image.
   • Encourage a brief discussion about any prior knowledge or experiences related to the Renaissance period.
2. Introduction to the Renaissance (10 minutes):
   • Present a brief overview of the Renaissance period using the PowerPoint presentation.
   • Highlight key characteristics, such as the revival of art, literature, science, and humanism.
   • Introduce important figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and William Shakespeare.
   • Engage the learners by asking questions and encouraging them to share their thoughts and opinions.
3. Vocabulary Building (10 minutes):
   • Provide the learners with a handout containing Renaissance-related vocabulary.
   • Ask them to match the words with their definitions or provide synonyms.
   • Review the answers as a class, discussing the meanings and usage of each word.
4. Group Discussion (15 minutes):
   • Divide the learners into small groups of 3-4 people.
   • Distribute a set of discussion questions related to the Renaissance period.
   • Instruct the groups to discuss the questions and share their opinions and ideas.
   • Monitor the groups and provide assistance if needed.
   • After the discussion, ask each group to present their most interesting findings or conclusions to the whole class.
5. Role Play Activity (15 minutes):
   • Divide the learners into pairs.
   • Assign each pair a role, such as a famous Renaissance artist, a noblewoman, a scientist, or a merchant.
   • Provide them with a scenario related to the Renaissance period, such as attending a royal banquet or discussing a new invention.
   • Instruct the pairs to create a short dialogue or role play based on the given scenario.
   • Encourage the use of vocabulary and expressions related to the Renaissance.
   • Allow each pair to perform their role play in front of the class.
6. Wrap-up and Reflection (5 minutes):
   • Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson.
   • Ask the learners to reflect on what they have learned and share any new insights or discoveries.
   • Provide additional resources or recommendations for further exploration of the Renaissance period.
   • End the lesson on a positive note, expressing appreciation for their active participation.

Note: Throughout the lesson, encourage the learners to use the target language, provide feedback on their speaking skills, and correct any errors or misconceptions.