Generation Talk: Understanding X, Y, Z & Alpha
Created by Luiza Sokołowska, Iwona Smierzchalska, Renata Klimek-Kowalska (Poland)
This interactive lesson explores generational differences and shared values through discussion, collaboration, and digital tools. Students learn key vocabulary related to generations, research the characteristics of Gen X, Y, Z, and Alpha, and compare their lifestyles and mindsets. Using Padlet, Canva, and ChatGPT, they collaborate to create visual summaries, share opinions, and reflect on stereotypes and communication across generations. The lesson integrates media such as videos and quizzes to develop speaking, reading, and digital literacy skills in an engaging, modern context.
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Activity designed for: anglais
Document language: anglais
Age group: 11-18
CEFR level: A2B1B2
Skills: ListeningSpeakingVocabularyInteractionMediation
Duration: 0 minutes
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Age=11-18
CEFR=A2 B1 B2
Outcomes= • understanding and using vocabulary related to generations and social differences,
• ability to compare different generations,
• expressing opinions and arguments,
• development of 21st-century skills: collaboration, digital literacy and media creation.
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Understanding Linguistic Patterns in Popular Media
Created by Laura Sukiasyan (Armenia)
An interactive lesson exploring linguistic patterns in popular media using digital tools like Wayground, PlayPhrase, and Padlet. Students analyze language use in movies, TV shows, and music through collaborative activities and guided discussions.
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Activity designed for: anglais
Document language: anglais
Age group: 19-2526-64
CEFR level: B1
Skills: ListeningSpeakingWritingGrammar
Duration: 60-90 minutes
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Creators=Laura Sukiasyan (Armenia)
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LangTarget=EN
LangTeacher=0
LangStudent=EN
Age=19-25 26-64
CEFR=B1
Outcomes=- Identify and analyse linguistic patterns (e.g. Present Perfect tense) in various forms of popular media.
- Apply linguistic concepts to real-world media contexts like movies, TV shows, and music.
- Improve their awareness of how media influences real-life communication styles and vice versa.
- Develop critical thinking skills through collaborative analysis of language use.
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