As part of a two-year research experiment, researchers handed in more than 17,000 ‘lost’ wallets that they said they had found in public buildings in 355 cities in 40 countries around the world to find out how honest people were. The researchers, along with 279 academic economists, assumed that putting Read more…
The Japanese government has announced that there will be new penalties for online bullying, also known as cyber-bullying. The new penalty for cyber-bullying and online insults will include spending up to one year in prison, or a fine of up to 300,000 yen, which is about $2,500. English Evolution free Read more…
According to research by Columbia University, a study has found that earning low wages could affect your memory later in life. The study found that people in the US who earned low wages over a number of years were more likely to experience faster memory decline. English Evolution free English Read more…
This free festive lesson plan offers English students a different take on the holiday season. The lesson is based on an animated video that offers an alternative point of view about the origins of Christmas. The narrator suggests that the traditions, colours and folklore connected to Christmas all originate from Read more…
This discussion based English lesson is based on two award winning short films that share the same themes of stereotyping and prejudice. Strangers is an dark and atmospheric short film set on a late night train whereas Traction is a light hearted comedy based on the contemporary protocols of modern dating. Both films generate great discussion topics that challenge assumptions about people.
This is a wonderful exercise sheet that can be used at the start of a course or part way through it. It features 50 common errors made by many ESL learners. When students complete the exercises these mistakes are highlighted, which helps them to avoid the same mistakes in the Read more…
This listening lesson plan is based on a Big Think presentation by Tina Brown, who was the editor of Vanity Fair and The New Yorker for many years. She talks about how limited resources and the pressure of deadlines can inspire creative solutions. In this lesson, students will practice learning Read more…
This listening lesson plan is based on a brilliantly dark comedy by Max Sherman. This short film takes a humorous look at the secret life of an everyday office worker. Students will discuss the theme of common stereotypes within professions and consider the meaning of some common idiomatic phrases. They Read more…
This lesson plan is based around an authentic article from a British newspaper about that addresses the topic of homelessness. The exercises based around the text help students practice English exam strategies, focusing on reading for detail and understanding. The lesson plan includes a range of tasks that include learning Read more…