Lesson Plan: Making Agreements

Subject: English as a Second Language Grade Level: 13 years old

Introduction: - Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of making agreements in various aspects of life, such as school, family, and friendships. - Explain that agreements help establish rules, expectations, and boundaries, leading to better communication and understanding. - Engage students by asking them to share examples of agreements they have made or encountered in their daily lives.

Lesson Outline: 1. Warm-up Activity: (5 minutes) - Show a short video clip that highlights the importance of making agreements. For example, “The Power of Agreements” by The School of Life (https://youtu.be/3p7b5lXw9Ko). - After watching the video, ask students to reflect on the key points and share their thoughts in pairs or small groups.

1. Vocabulary Building: (10 minutes)
   • Introduce relevant vocabulary related to making agreements, such as terms like compromise, negotiate, consent, and contract.
   • Provide definitions, examples, and encourage students to use the words in sentences to reinforce understanding.
   • Distribute a vocabulary worksheet (e.g., “Making Agreements Vocabulary Worksheet”) for students to complete individually or in pairs.
2. Discussion and Questioning: (15 minutes)
   • Engage students in a class discussion about the process of making agreements.
   • Ask open-ended questions to encourage critical thinking and participation, such as:
     • Why is it important to have clear agreements?
     • What are some challenges people face when making agreements?
     • How can agreements help resolve conflicts?
     • Can you think of any examples where agreements were broken? What were the consequences?
   • Encourage students to share personal experiences or hypothetical scenarios to support their answers.
3. Group Activity: Role-Play Agreements: (20 minutes)
   • Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a scenario involving a potential agreement.
   • Examples of scenarios:
     • Agreeing on rules for a group project.
     • Negotiating curfew with parents.
     • Setting guidelines for using shared resources.
   • In their groups, students should discuss and role-play the process of making agreements, considering different perspectives and finding common ground.
   • Monitor and provide guidance as needed.
4. Assessment: (10 minutes)
   • Distribute an agreement comprehension worksheet (e.g., “Making Agreements Comprehension Worksheet”) to assess students’ understanding of the lesson content.
   • The worksheet can include multiple-choice questions, fill in the blanks, or short answer questions related to the vocabulary and concepts covered.

Differentiation: - For students who require additional support, provide sentence starters or visual aids to help them express their ideas during discussions and role-plays. - For advanced students, encourage them to think critically and analyze real-life examples of agreements, such as legal contracts or international treaties.

Plenary: - Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the importance of making agreements in various contexts. - Encourage students to reflect on how they can apply the knowledge gained in their own lives. - Conclude the lesson by showing a short inspirational video related to the power of agreements, such as “The Power of Agreements” by The School of Life (https://youtu.be/3p7b5lXw9Ko).

Video Resources: - “The Power of Agreements” by The School of Life: https://youtu.be/3p7b5lXw9Ko

Worksheet Resources: - “Making Agreements Vocabulary Worksheet” - “Making Agreements Comprehension Worksheet”