Title: Self-Introduction: Getting to Know Each Other

Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to introduce themselves confidently in English, using appropriate vocabulary and sentence structures.

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Time: 60 minutes

Materials: - Whiteboard or blackboard - Markers or chalk - Handouts with self-introduction prompts (optional) - Flashcards with vocabulary words (optional)

Procedure:

1. Warm-up (5 minutes):
   • Greet the students and ask them how they are doing.
   • Engage in a short conversation with a few students, asking them about their day or weekend plans.
   • Encourage the students to respond in complete sentences.
2. Introduction to Self-Introduction (10 minutes):
   • Write the phrase “Self-Introduction” on the board.
   • Ask the students if they know what it means.
   • Explain that a self-introduction is a way to tell others about yourself, including your name, age, nationality, hobbies, and interests.
   • Show some flashcards with vocabulary words related to self-introduction (e.g., name, age, nationality, hobbies, etc.).
   • Teach the pronunciation and meaning of each word, and have the students repeat after you.
3. Vocabulary Practice (10 minutes):
   • Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
   • Give each group a set of flashcards with the vocabulary words.
   • Ask the students to take turns picking a flashcard and using the word in a sentence related to self-introduction.
   • Monitor the groups and provide assistance as needed.
4. Model Self-Introduction (10 minutes):
   • Write your own self-introduction on the board as a model.
   • Include information such as your name, age, nationality, hobbies, and interests.
   • Read the self-introduction aloud, emphasizing pronunciation and intonation.
   • Ask the students if they have any questions about your self-introduction.
5. Guided Practice (15 minutes):
   • Distribute handouts with self-introduction prompts to each student.
   • Instruct the students to fill in the prompts with their own information.
   • Encourage them to use complete sentences and refer to the vocabulary words they learned earlier.
   • Monitor the students as they work, providing guidance and feedback.
6. Pair Work (10 minutes):
   • Pair up the students and have them take turns introducing themselves to their partner.
   • Encourage the students to ask follow-up questions to learn more about each other.
   • Circulate around the classroom, listening to the conversations and offering assistance when needed.
7. Wrap-up (5 minutes):
   • Bring the class back together and ask a few students to share something interesting they learned about their partner.
   • Provide positive feedback and praise for their efforts in introducing themselves in English.
   • Summarize the main points of the lesson and remind the students to practice their self-introduction skills outside of the classroom.

Extension Activity: - Ask the students to create a short video or audio recording of their self-introduction using their smartphones or other devices. - Have them share their recordings with the class or upload them to a class website or platform for feedback and further practice.

Note: Adjust the timing and difficulty level of the activities based on the proficiency level of your students.