Technology in the workplace

The “memo” (along with the role play concept) and the “attached” article are best distributed well before a session begins, as it will take a bit of time for participants to read the whole article (some challenging...

This is a fun activity aimed at B1 and up.

For example: Yesterday you were seen driving an Audi TT.  Angelina Jolie was next to you. Explain yourself!

Giving unpalatable advice diplomatically

Primary Aims:  Present and practice functional language connected with giving advice and handling sensitive HR situations. Secondary Aims: Present and practice vocabulary connected with this topic.

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A fair number of learners I deal with speak reasonably well, but struggle when it comes to putting their ideas into writing. This is often a result of their trying to apply an over-complex, formal style they picked up at school. This piece, when...

This set of materials is primarily to get participants thinking about the language and strategies they use when managing conflicts in English. This should be done with higher level participants who are experienced conflict managers in German.

The aim of this task is to activate the latent vocabulary and grammar which participants need to make general chit chat with strangers, colleagues or acquaintances, but it can also be used in conjunction with other small talk activities to practice...

Aims to help participants learn and practice set phrases in English, that can be used in a variety of business situations. E.g. when giving opinions, agreeing, disagreeing, and asking different types of questions.

Giving opinions / Discussions

This card game is to encourage critical thinking and fluency. The discussion questions can be put on the board before the session or you can print them out if you wish.

Active/Passive language

Language-based activity on personal priorities at work

This exercise is a chance to get participants to discuss how they prioritize their work while practicing a language point that is often difficult for them to remember. (It’s also a crafty way of...