Not a word was spoken (but many were learned)

Video is often used in the EFL classroom for listening comprehension activities, facilitating discussions and, of course, language work. But...

Love Actually: activities, ideas, vocabulary

Image source: www.universalstudiosentertainment.com I use a lot of films in my teaching: not just occasional Youtube clips but full-length a...

Binomials

Photo by @aclil2climb via eltpics Binomials are two word expressions (strong collocations) such as "dead or alive", "give and...

If I were a boy

This activity based on Beyonce's song is suitable for older teens and adults at pre-intermediate level and up. The lesson plan is based ...

Would you like it gift-wrapped?

Video dictogloss A dictogloss is an integrated skills activity in which a teacher dictates a text at normal speed and students note down as ...

When the cat's away...

There is a widespread belief among teachers that collocations are only reserved for higher levels. Likewise, there is a popular misconceptio...

Talking about comedy

Students watch a few short clips and match them with different comedy genres. This video activity can be used to supplement a speaking activ...

No more Football!

In this activity students first listen to a conversation in the film (the technique known as Vision Off) and then check their understanding ...