A Model English Language Lesson: Authentic, Dynamic, Holistic

At National Geographic Learning we pride ourselves on our modern content and believe that language learners can build a wide range of future-ready skills through our programs. This week's model academic lesson for English language teachers is from Pathways Listening and Speaking Level 1. The academic track for this lesson is health and biology and the theme is the human body. In this lesson we'll learn new vocabulary and academic listening skills. But at the same time we'll make predictions about the body, learn some surprising facts, question and fact check what we learned, and apply our new knowledge and skills to our academic and vocational lives. We'll also take a sneak peak at 'Dynamic Lessons,' our latest digital teaching tool that makes teaching fantastic lessons a breeze! 

Will Laschet is a Senior Academic Consultant for National Geographic Learning. He is a DELTA qualified teacher and trainer from the UK. He has been teaching English since 2001 and has experience in the private, public, and tertiary sectors working with students of all ages and abilities. He has also been lucky enough to work with and train thousands of English teachers in Asia and further afield. His academic interests include facilitating student engagement, encouraging learner autonomy, and using technology as a learning tool.