A lesson outline showcasing essential classroom language in English for ESL students.

Introduction to Classroom Language in English

 

"Essential Classroom Language for English Learners" is a lesson designed to introduce ESL students to common phrases and expressions used in the classroom. This lesson will help you navigate the school environment more comfortably and participate in class activities with confidence. Understanding these phrases is key to effective communication with teachers and classmates.

Learning Objectives:

  • Acquaint yourself with standard classroom expressions.
  • Enhance your ability to follow and participate in classroom instructions.
  • Boost your confidence in using English in an academic setting.

This lesson is presented in British English and is tailored for beginners.

Classroom Language in English: Examples

Greetings and Checking In

  • Good morning, everybody.
  • Good afternoon, everybody.
  • Hello, everyone.
  • How are you?
  • How are you today?
  • How are you getting on?
  • How's life?
  • Are you feeling better today, Sam?

Starting the Lesson

  • Let's begin our lesson now.
  • Is everybody ready to start?
  • I think we can start now.
  • Now we can get down to work.

Waiting to Start

  • I'm waiting for you to be quiet.
  • Stop talking and be quiet.
  • Settle down now so we can start.

Organising Materials

  • Close your books.
  • Put your books away.
  • Pack your things away.

Register and Late Arrivals

  • Who is absent today?
  • Who isn't here today?
  • Why were you absent last Friday?
  • Where have you been?
  • We started ten minutes ago.
  • Did you miss your bus?
  • Don't let it happen again.

Pausing and Homework

  • Wait a minute.
  • Hang on a moment.
  • Just a moment, please.
  • Back to your places.
  • Prepare the next chapter for Monday.
  • There is no homework today.
  • Remember your homework.
  • Take a worksheet as you leave.

 

Conclusion and Takeaways

This lesson on classroom language is vital for any ESL student aiming to thrive in an English-speaking academic environment. Familiarity with these phrases will not only make you more comfortable in class but also enhance your engagement and participation.

  • Practice Makes Perfect: Try using these phrases in your classroom or study group to get comfortable with them.
  • Visual Learning: Create flashcards with these phrases to help memorize them.
  • Role-Play: Practising these phrases through role-play can help simulate a classroom environment.
  • Listen and Learn: Pay attention to these phrases being used in real-life classrooms or educational videos.
  • Continuous Learning: Always be on the lookout for new phrases to add to your vocabulary.

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