Microsoft



Lifestyle

Pre-intermediate

General Teaching Programme

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Area of Foreign Languages

English

Lifestyle Teaching Programme

Unit 1: Building networks

Aims

- To use the present simple

- To use the present continuous

- To use the present simple and adverbs of frequency

- To know the form and use of lend and borrow.

- To listen to different students talking about themselves the first day

- To speak about their jobs and countries

- To read a text about Animal networks

- To talk about how networking has helped them

- To read a text about learning from children

- To listen to English and American parents teaching their children to say please

- To ask for help

- To listen to three people meeting at a party

- To speak about personal networking

- To write an informal e-mail

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to different students talking about themselves the first day

- Speaking about their jobs and countries

- Reading a text about Animal networks

- Talking about how networking has helped them

- Reading a text about learning from children

- Listening to English and American parents teaching their children to say please

- Asking for help

- Listening to three people meeting at a party

- Speaking about personal networking

- Writing an informal e-mail

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Present simple

- Present continuous

- Present simple and adverbs of frequency

B. Vocabulary

- Lend

- Borrow

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about social relationships and internet

- To debate about networking

- To think about the importance of parents in their children’s education

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To compare Spanish and British education

Consumer Education

To think about internet

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: present simple and continuous; present simple and adverbs of frequency; lend and borrow

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 1.

II. Language reflections

- Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 1

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

Unit 2: Trouble-shooting

Aims

- To use will for offers and decisions

- To know and use verbs with back

- To use wait, expect, look forward to.

- To write e-mails and web addresses

- To listen to a conversation asking for help when having a computer problem

- To speak about quick decisions

- To talk about computer problems

- To read a text about checking e-mails

- To speak about starting and ending e-mails

- To write e-mails and responses

- To read a text about the use of sorry

- To listen to one half of a telephone conversation

- To write three e-mail addresses

- To listen to people having problems when traveling by train

- To apologise

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Writing e-mails and web addresses

- Listening to a conversation asking for help when having a computer problem

- Speaking about quick decisions

- Talking about computer problems

- Reading a text about checking e-mails

- Speaking about starting and ending e-mails

- Writing e-mails and responses

- Reading a text about the use of sorry

- Listening to one half of a telephone conversation

- Writing three e-mail addresses

- Listening to people having problems when traveling by train

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Will

B. Vocabulary

- Verbs with back

- Wait, expect, look forward to

- Web addresses

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think computers in everyday life

- To think about the use of internet in everyday life

- To debate about making quick decisions, offers and promises and the possible results

- To debate about apologising

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To debate about apologising

To think about good manners

To think and debate about different cultures and the different ways of apologising

Consumers education

To think about the use of computers

To think about the of internet

Education for peace

To respect different cultures

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: will, verbs with back, Wait, expect, look forward to.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 2.

II. Language reflections

- Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 2

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

Unit 3: Roads to success

Aims

- To use the past simple

- To use the past simple with questions

- To know verb noun collocations

- To read a text about a Medical Center

- To speak about motivating projects

- To listen to an interview with the founder of Pomegreat

- To speak about life and a professional career

- To listen to five conversations

- To read a story about Thomas J. Watson

- To listen to someone talking about a mistake

- To speak about experiences

- To write a text explaining what happened

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about a Medical Center

- Speaking about motivating projects

- Listening to an interview with the founder of Pomegreat

- Speaking about life and a professional career

- Listening to five conversations

- Reading a story about Thomas J. Watson

- Listening to someone talking about a mistake

- Speaking about experiences

- Writing a text explaining what happened

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Past simple

- Past simple questions

B. Vocabulary

- Verb-noun collocations

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about Medicine and the mass media

- To debate about motivation and projects

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To debate about Medicine and Hospitals

To talk about motivation

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: past simple; past simple questions; verb-noun collocations

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 3.

II. Language reflections

- Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 3

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

Unit 4: What’s best?

Aims

- To use comparative adjectives

- To use superlative adjectives

- To describe people

- To read a text about happiness

- To speak about the economics of happiness

- To listen to people talking about gifts giving

- To speak about choosing presents

- To listen to five conversations

- To read a text about bosses’ day

- To speak about bosses’ day

- To write a thank-you e-mail

- To read a text about successful entrepreneurs

- To speak about top qualities

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about happiness

- Speaking about the economics of happiness

- Listening to people talking about gifts giving

- Speaking about choosing presents

- Listening to five conversations

- Reading a text about bosses’ day

- Speaking about bosses’ day

- Writing a thank-you e-mail

- Reading a text about successful entrepreneurs

- Speaking about top qualities

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Comparative adjectives

- Superlative adjectives

B. Vocabulary

- To describe people

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think and debate about happiness

- To debate about the qualities that make a person important

- To debate about different cultures and gifts

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about success

To debate about happiness

Health Education

To think about happiness and health

Consumer Education

To debate about gifts

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: comparative; superlative adjectives. To describe people.

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 4.

II. Language reflections

- Review 1-4, page 36-37

- Workbook, Unit 4

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 1-4, page 36-37

Unit 5: Organized chaos

Aims

- To talk about the future

- To use going to

- To use will

- To use indirect requests.

- To know expressions with put off

- To read a text about untidiness

- To speak about tidying up.

- To read a text about multitasking

- To listen to a conversation about changing times

- To speak about future skills

- To listen to a conversation about generous people.

- To respond to requests

- To write a text about making offers

- To read a text about someone with a job to do.

- To speak about making things happen

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about untidiness

- Speaking about tidying up.

- Reading a text about multitasking

- Listening to a conversation about changing times

- Speaking about future skills

- Listening to a conversation about generous people.

- Writing a text about making offers

- Reading a text about someone with a job to do.

- Speaking about making things happen

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Going to

- Will

B. Vocabulary

- Expressions with put off

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about untidiness

- To think about multitasking in society

- To debate about jobs.

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect others

To think about in-house personal relationships

Consumer Education

To debate about different staff that is offered in shops

Education for equality

To debate about men, women and multitasks

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: going to. Will. Expressions with put off

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 5.

II. Language reflections

- Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 5

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

Unit 6: Features and benefits

Aims

- To use questions forms

- To use How long/wide/high…

- To know the numbers

- To know adjectives with –able and –ful

- To persuade someone

- To read an advertisement

- To listen to someone describing a kind of Loc8tor

- To read a text about a car

- To listen to seven different people asking for information

- To speak about a water transport device

- To read a text about sales techniques

- To listen to some salespeople

- To read a text about a ridiculous idea

- To listen to a product presentation

- To speak about a winning presentation

- To write a powerpoint presentation

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading an advertisement

- Listening to someone describing a kind of Loc8tor

- Reading a text about a car

- Listening to seven different people asking for information

- Speaking about a water transport device

- Reading a text about sales techniques

- Listening to some salespeople

- Reading a text about a ridiculous idea

- Listening to a product presentation

- Speaking about a winning presentation

- Writing a powerpoint presentation

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Question forms

- How long/wide/high

B. Vocabulary

- Numbers

- Adjectives with able, ful

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about advertisements

- To debate about cars and pollution

- To debate about consumers education and cars

- To think about sales techniques

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about sales techniques

Consumer Education

To debate about buying a car

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: question forms, how long, how wide, how high. Numbers. Adjectives with able, ful

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 6.

II. Language reflections

- Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 6

III. Sociocultural aspects

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

Unit 7: Playing by the rules

Aims

- To use the modals of obligation

- To use modal question forms

- To know computer terms

- To read a text about workplace rules

- To speak about improving morale

- To read a text about working from home

- To listen to best buy employees

- To listen to an interview

- To speak about meeting guidelines

- To write a text about describing changes

- To listen to a conversation about giving instructions

- To speak about how to eat with chopsticks

- To read about mind games

- To speak about mind games

- To speak about games

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about workplace rules

- Speaking about improving morale

- Reading a text about working from home

- Listening to best buy employees

- Listening to an interview

- Speaking about meeting guidelines

- Writing a text about describing changes

- Listening to a conversation about giving instructions

- Speaking about how to eat with chopsticks

- Reading about mind games

- Speaking about mind games

- Speaking about games

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Modals of obligation

- Modal question forms

B. Vocabulary

- Computer terms

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about mind games

- To debate about workplace rules

- To think about working from home

- To think about meeting guidelines

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about workplace rules

To debate about meeting guidelines

Consumer education

To debate about internet and computers in our everday life

Education for sex equality

To think about the equality of sexes, also at home.

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: modals of obligation; modal question forms. Computer terms.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 7.

II. Language reflections

- Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 7

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

Unit 8: What’s the big idea?

Aims

- To use the present perfect

- To use yet and already.

- To know the collocations with idea

- To read an article about hi-tech products

- To listen to four different conversations about hi-tech products

- To speak about cool presents

- To read a text about creativity

- To explain decisions

- To read a text about a healthcare organization

- To listen to the managers of a retail store

- To speak about suggesting improvements

- To read a text about alka-seltzer

- To speak about changes

- To write a formal e-mail

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading an article about hi-tech products

- Listening to four different conversations about hi-tech products

- Speaking about cool presents

- Reading a text about creativity

- Reading a text about a healthcare organization

- Listening to the managers of a retail store

- Speaking about suggesting improvements

- Reading a text about alka-seltzer

- Speaking about changes

- Writing a formal e-mail

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Present perfect

- Yet and already

B. Vocabulary

- Collocations with idea

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about consumerism

- To debate about creativity

- To debate about healthcare and the healthcare system

- To debate about improvements.

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and Civic Education

To debate about consumerism

Health Education

To debate about health

To debate about the healthcare system

Consumer Education

To think about presents and creativity

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: present perfect. Yet, already.

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 8.

II. Language reflections

- Review 5-8, page 70-71

- Workbook, Unit 8

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 5-8, page 70-71

Unit 9: Put it in your dairy

Aims

- To use the modals to express possibility

- To talk about future arrangements

- To know expressions with give

- To read a text about timekeeping

- To speak about solving problems

- To read a text about virtual assistants

- To listen to someone scheduling two appointments

- To make and arrangements

- To read texts about international misunderstandings

- To speak about invitations

- To refuse an invitation

- To read a text about a birthday celebration

- To plan a surprise

- To refuse an invitation

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Talking about future arrangements

- Reading a text about timekeeping

- Speaking about solving problems

- Reading a text about virtual assistants

- Listening to someone scheduling two appointments

- Reading texts about international misunderstandings

- Speaking about invitations

- Reading a text about a birthday celebration

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Modals of possibility

- Future arrangements

B. Vocabulary

- Expressions with give

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about timekeeping

- To debate about solving problems

- To think and debate about virtual assistants

- To debate about money and parties

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about timekeeping

Consumer education

To think about wasting money

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages modals of possibility; future arrangements; expressions with give

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 9.

II. Language reflections

- Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 9

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

Unit 10: Special places

Aims

- To use countable nouns

- To use uncountable nouns

- To use too and enough

- To read a text about big decisions

- To listen to a conversation about choosing where to live

- To read a text about international complaints

- To listen to a radio interview about complaints

- To speak about complaining

- To read about a difficult costumer

- To listen to a customer complaining

- To deal with a complaint

- To listen to a talk about the importance of tourism in economy

- To write a website review

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about big decisions

- Listening to a conversation about choosing where to live

- Reading a text about international complaints

- Listening to a radio interview about complaints

- Speaking about complaining

- Reading about a difficult costumer

- Listening to a customer complaining

- Listening to a talk about the importance of tourism in economy

- Writing a website review

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Countable nouns

- Uncountable nouns

- Too

- Enough

B. Vocabulary

- Complaints

- Adjectives

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about making decisions

- To think about where to live

- To debate about the world

- To think about customers and their rights

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about customer rights

Consumer Education

To debate about customer service

To think about a house to live

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages countable, uncountable. Too, enough.

- Mathematical competence: Mathematical competence is the ability to develop and apply mathematical thinking in order to solve a range of problems in everyday situations, with the emphasis being placed on process, activity and knowledge.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 10.

II. Language reflections

- Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 10

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

Unit 11: Making changes

Aims

- To use the first conditional

- To use if

- To use when

- To know expressions with worth

- To listen to a fisherman story

- To agree

- To disagree

- To speak about weighing activities

- To read a text about how to handle unreliable people.

- To listen to people talking about working under pressure

- To speak about finding solutions

- To write an e-mail about raising objections

- To read a text bout shoplifting

- To listen to store managers talking about security issues

- To speak about preventing theft

- To read a text about stepping out

- To listen to someone talking about a fitness plan

- To talk about holding a meeting

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to a fisherman story

- Speaking about weighing activities

- Reading a text about how to handle unreliable people.

- Listening to people talking about working under pressure

- Speaking about finding solutions

- Writing an e-mail about raising objections

- Reading a text bout shoplifting

- Listening to store managers talking about security issues

- Speaking about preventing theft

- Reading a text about stepping out

- Listening to someone talking about a fitness plan

- Talking about holding a meeting

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- First conditional

- If

- When

B. Vocabulary

- Expressions with worth

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about fitness

- To think about shoplifting

- To debate about theft.

- To debate about unreliable people

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To think about ethics and social responsibility

Consumer education

To debate about shoplifting

Health Education

To debate about health and sports

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: first conditional, if, when. Worth

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment: to talk about animals; It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 11.

II. Language reflections

- Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 11

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

Unit 12: That’s Entertainment!

Aims

- To use the passive voice

- To read a text about Bollywood

- To speak about movies

- To listen to people talking about restaurants

- To speak about restaurants

- To speak about secret rules

- To read a text about conversation styles

- To listen to a conversation about a football match

- To speak about hobbies

- To listen to interviews about festivals

- To read a text about festivals

- To write a short description of an event

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about Bollywood

- Speaking about movies

- Listening to people talking about restaurants

- Speaking about restaurants

- Speaking about secret rules

- Reading a text about conversation styles

- Listening to a conversation about a football match

- Speaking about hobbies

- Listening to interviews about festivals

- Reading a text about festivals

- Writing a short description of an event

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- The passive

- Active and passive voice

B. Vocabulary

- Restaurants

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about movies

- To debate about food and eating out

- To think about hobbies

- To debate about sports

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Health Education

To debate about the importance of sports in health

To think about the importance of hobbies in life

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: active and passive voice; restaurants

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 12.

II. Language reflections

- Review 9-12, page 104-105

- Workbook, Unit 12

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 9-12, page 104-105

Unit 13: Politely does it

Aims

- To use the ing forms

- To use ing, ed adjectives

- To read a text about manners on the movile phone

- To speak about annoying behaviour

- To listen to a talk about showing hospitality to strangers

- To read a text about travellers’ stories

- To speak about cultures

- To speak about paying compliments

- To listen to a business meeting

- To write an e-mail about a training session

- To read a text about being a good host

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about manners on the movile phone

- Speaking about annoying behaviour

- Listening to a talk about showing hospitality to strangers

- Reading a text about travellers’ stories

- Speaking about cultures

- Speaking about paying compliments

- Listening to a business meeting

- Writing an e-mail about a training session

- Reading a text about being a good host

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Ing forms

B. Vocabulary

- Ing adjectives

- Ed adjectives

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To debate about manners on the mobile

- To think about annoying behaviour

- To debate about different cultures

- To debate about the ways showing hospitality to foreigners

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To debate about good manners on the mobile

To respect different cultures

Environmental education

To debate about travelling

Consumer Education

To think about the use of mobile phones

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: ing verbs; ed/ing verbs

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 13.

II. Language reflections

- Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 13

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

Unit 14: Career moves

Aims

- To use the present perfect

- To use the present perfect and the past simple

- To use for

- To use since

- To read a text about caretakers

- To speak about life and the professional career

- To listen to two old friends meeting after a long time

- To write an e-mail about a meeting

- To read a text about connecting with an audience

- To read a text about joke telling

- To listen to a speaker beginning a conversation

- To begin a talk in a conversation

- To read a text about volunteering jobs

- To make job interviews

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Reading a text about caretakers

- Speaking about life and the professional career

- Listening to two old friends meeting after a long time

- Writing an e-mail about a meeting

- Reading a text about connecting with an audience

- Reading a text about joke telling

- Listening to a speaker beginning a conversation

- Reading a text about volunteering jobs

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Present perfect

- Present perfect and past simple

- Present Perfect + how long

- For and since

B. Vocabulary

- Volunteering

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about life and dreams

- To debate about meetings

- To think about life and friendship

- To debate about different ways of connecting with an audience

- To think about the importance of volunteering

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To debate about the importance of volunteering

To respect different cultures

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: present perfect; present perfect vs present simple. For and since.

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 14.

II. Language reflections

- Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 14

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

Unit 15: Memories

Aims

- To use the past continuous

- To use the past simple and the past continuous

- To write text messages

- To use remember, forget and remind

- To read a text about first impressions

- To listen to someone talking about a famous partnership

- To speak about a first meeting

- To listen to a phone conversation about mobiles

- To read a text about excuses

- To listen to an apology

- To write an apology

- To read a text about muddled stories

- To listen to a story

- To tell a story

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Writing text messages

- Reading a text about first impressions

- Listening to someone talking about a famous partnership

- Speaking about a first meeting

- Listening to a phone conversation about mobiles

- Reading a text about excuses

- Listening to an apology

- Writing an apology

- Reading a text about muddled stories

- Listen to a story

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Past continuous

- Past simple and past continuous

B. Vocabulary

- Text messages

- Remember, forget, remind

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about first impressions

- To debate about first meetings

- To think about the use of the mobile phone

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect different cultures

To respect people

Consumer education

To think about the use of the mobile

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: past simple and past continuous; past continuous. Text messages

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 15.

II. Language reflections

- Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 15

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

Unit 16: The right choices

Aims

- To use would

- To use the second conditional

- To use say and tell

- To listen to people talking about unusual jobs

- To speak about job swap

- To write an e-mail about a visit to London

- To listen to people talking about a dilemma

- To speak about how well they know their classmates

- To show disagreement

- To speak about different solutions to a problem

- To read a text about a rescue dilemma

Contents

I. Communication skills

- Listening to people talking about unusual jobs

- Speaking about job swap

- Writing an e-mail about a visit to London

- Listening to people talking about a dilemma

- Speaking about how well they know their classmates

- Speaking about different solutions to a problem

- Reading a text about a rescue dilemma

II. Language reflections

A. Language and grammar functions

- Would

- Second conditional

B. Vocabulary

- Say

- Tell

III. Sociocultural aspects

- To think about dream jobs

- To debate about travelling

- To show interest in the city of London

- To debate about Job Swap

- To debate about how well we know each other

- To think about solutions

CROSS-CURRICULAR TOPICS

Moral and civic education

To respect different cultures

To respect people

To think about how well we know each other

To think about jobs and life

Consumer education

To think about travelling

BASIC COMPETENCES

- Communication in the mother tongue and in foreign languages: would; second conditional. Say. Tell. Differences of opinion

- Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of information society technology (IST) and thus basic skills in information and communication technology (ICT);

- Learning to learn is related to learning, the ability to pursue and organise one's own learning, either individually or in groups, in accordance with one's own needs, and awareness of methods and opportunities; to have an active participation in the activities developed in the classroom. To listen to the rest of the classmates and have a positive attitude towards them.

- Social and civic competences. Social competence refers to personal, interpersonal and intercultural competence and all forms of behaviour that equip individuals to participate in an effective and constructive way in social and working life. It is linked to personal and social well-being. An understanding of codes of conduct and customs in the different environments in which individuals operate is essential. Civic competence, and particularly knowledge of social and political concepts and structures (democracy, justice, equality, citizenship and civil rights) equips individuals to engage in active and democratic participation;

- Knowledge and connection with the world and environment It is the foundation for acquiring more specific skills and knowledge needed to interact with the world around. This should include awareness of ethical values and promote good governance.

- Cultural awareness and expression which involves appreciation of the importance of the creative expression of ideas, experiences and emotions in a range of media (music, performing arts, literature, and the visual arts).

- Being autonomous: is the ability to turn ideas into action. It involves creativity, innovation and risk-taking, as well as the ability to plan and manage projects in order to achieve objectives. To have a positive attitude towards the English Language. To improve the four skills studied. To listen to the teacher’s explanations with respect and interest.

Assessment

I. Communication skills

- Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 16

II. Language reflections

- Review 13-16, page 138-139

- Workbook, Unit 16

III. Sociocultural aspects

Students’ Book. Review 13-16, page 138-139

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