Aims of the reading materials: by the end of the lesson students will feel more confident reading text for gist and talking about benefits of studying English abroad
Reading subskills developped: skimming reading
Pre-reading
1.Answer the following questions:
a) How do you usually spend your summer?
b) What do you think about people who use their holidays to improve their English?
c) What are the benefits of studying English in Great Britain?
2. Look at the logo and say what the text is about. What would you like to know about International Summer School? Write some questions.
While-reading
3. Read and say if the statements are true (T) or false (F).
1. International Summer School is recognized by British Council. (T)
2. They offer host family accommodation.(F)
3. They offer year round courses. (F)
4. The staff share the spare time with students.(T)
5. Their aim is to make the language course interesting and enjoyable. (T)
6. Learners participate in events and experience more than just learning English. (T)
7. Moira House centre is within walking distance of the seaside. (T)
8. Bethany Centre is surrounded by woodland. (T)
9. The Eastbourne centre opened in 2010.(F)
4. Return to your questions and say if you miss some information. Where can you find the extra information?
Post-reading
5. Work in groups. Imagine that you’ve already visited one of these centres. You share your experience with your classmates and persuade them to go there with you next year.
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