Grammar text based presentation lesson

Lesson Plan

Title: Conflict Management and the Present Perfect Grammar

Objective: To introduce 13-14 aged learners of English to the concept of conflict management
and help them understand and use present perfect grammar in context.

Warm-up (10 minutes): Begin with a short discussion on conflicts they might have experienced,
asking questions like:

 Have you ever had an argument with a friend? How did you resolve it?
 Can you think of a time when you had to work together as a team to solve a problem?

Vocabulary Introduction (5 minutes): Introduce relevant vocabulary:

 Tension - a feeling of nervousness, fear or anger between people who do not trust each
other, anxiety and worry
 Navigate - deal effectively with a difficult situation:
 manage - to succeed in doing or dealing with something, especially something difficult
 maintain - to keep in good condition, or not allow to become less
 handle - to deal with, have responsibility for; to operate or control something that
could be difficult or dangerous
 Reflect on - to think carefully
 Resolution - the act of solving a problem or finding a way to improve a difficult situation
 Equipped - having the necessary tools, clothes, equipment; having the skills needed to
do something

Reading (15 minutes): Provide the students with the reading passage

Have them read silently, and then read it aloud together as a class.

Prediction task: look at the title and think: what is the text about? ( exposure to TL)
Read the text and underline all examples of present perfect simple in it. (noticing the TL)

Navigating Conflict: Building Stronger Relationships

In our journey through life, we often encounter moments of disagreement and tension, also
known as conflicts. These conflicts can arise with friends, family members, classmates, or even
within ourselves. Learning how to manage conflicts is a valuable skill that contributes to
maintaining healthy relationships.

Think about your experiences so far. Have there been times when you have had
disagreements with your friends? Maybe someone close to you has made a mistake, but they
have realized it and apologized sincerely. These are examples of how conflicts can be resolved.

It's important to know that conflicts aren't necessarily negative. They provide opportunities for
growth and understanding. Consider the times when you and your friends have worked
together to find solutions. Those instances show your ability to address problems maturely.
 When conflicts arise, communication plays a crucial role. You might have found yourself in
situations where you have tried to calmly express your feelings or listen to others during
arguments. These efforts contribute to maintaining strong connections.

Reflect on the conflicts you've experienced. Have you noticed how some differences have been
resolved through compromise? Maybe you have seen instances where people have come to
an understanding and maintained their friendship.

As you navigate conflicts, remember that nobody is perfect. People make mistakes, but it's how
they handle those mistakes that matters. By learning from conflicts, we can develop better
ways of interacting and understanding each other.

There are 6 examples of present perfect tense in the text. PURPOSE, MEANING

1. "...you've had disagreements with your friends?" - Present perfect is used here to indicate experiences
that have occurred in the past but are still relevant to the present. It's asking about the possibility of
conflicts in the past that might impact the current situation.
2. "...they've realized it and apologized sincerely." - Present perfect is used to describe an action (realizing
and apologizing) that was completed in the past but has a connection to the present. The focus is on the
result of the action.
3. "...you and your friends have worked together to find solutions." - Present perfect is used to highlight
the experiences (working together to find solutions) that have taken place in the past and are relevant
to the present. The emphasis is on the collaborative efforts.
4. "...you've tried to calmly express your feelings or listen to others during arguments." - Present perfect
is used to discuss past actions (trying to express feelings and listen) that have relevance to the present.
The text is emphasizing the ongoing nature of these skills.
5. "...some differences have been resolved through compromise?" - Present perfect is used to describe a
process that occurred in the past (differences being resolved) and continues to have an effect in the
present. The focus is on the result of the resolution.
6. "...you've seen instances where people have come to an understanding and maintained their
friendship." - Present perfect is used to talk about past experiences (seeing instances) that have a
connection to the present. It emphasizes the lasting impact of people coming to an understanding.

In each of these examples, the present perfect tense is used to connect past experiences or actions to
the present moment, highlighting their relevance and impact on the current situation.
Text 2

Navigating Conflict: Building Strong Relationships

Conflicts, those moments of disagreement or tension, are a natural part of life. Whether it's
with friends, family, or classmates, learning how to handle conflicts is a valuable skill that can
help you maintain healthy relationships.
Think about your experiences. Maybe you have had a disagreement with a close friend. In
those situations, it's important to reflect on how you have managed those disagreements.
Have you tried talking calmly or finding a compromise? These actions can lead to better
understanding and resolution.
Consider the times you have apologized or someone has apologized to you after a conflict.
Apologies show that you value the relationship and are willing to make amends. And what
about learning from conflicts? Each argument or misunderstanding shapes us in some way.
These experiences teach us how to communicate better and avoid repeating the same
mistakes.
 You might have faced conflicts with your family members too. After all, you have all been
through disagreements, arguments, and misunderstandings. When you have worked through a
disagreement, you gain a deeper understanding of the other person and find common ground.
Conflicts don't have to mean the end of a friendship or relationship. In fact, many times,
conflicts can make relationships stronger. When you have experienced and learned from
conflicts, you're better equipped to navigate future disagreements. So, remember, conflicts are
opportunities for growth, understanding, and creating stronger connections.

PURPOSE, MEANING
1. "Maybe you've had a disagreement with a close friend." - The present perfect is used to talk about a
past experience (having a disagreement) that has relevance to the present. It emphasizes the
connection between past experiences and the current topic of conflict management.
2. "Have you tried talking calmly or finding a compromise?" - The present perfect is used to ask about
actions that the reader might have done in the past (trying to talk calmly or finding a compromise). It
emphasizes the link between past actions and the present understanding of conflict resolution
strategies.
3. "Consider the times you've apologized or someone has apologized to you after a conflict." - The
present perfect is used to discuss past actions (apologizing) that have an impact on the present. It
emphasizes the connection between these past actions and their relevance to the topic of conflict
management.
4. "You might have faced conflicts with your family members too." - The present perfect is used to
suggest that the reader has experienced conflicts with family members in the past. It implies that these
past conflicts are relevant to the present topic of conflict management.
5. "After all, you've all been through disagreements, arguments, and misunderstandings." - The present
perfect is used to highlight the experiences of the reader and their peers. It emphasizes that these
experiences, which include disagreements, arguments, and misunderstandings, have occurred over a
span of time leading up to the present.
6. "When you've worked through a disagreement, you gain a deeper understanding of the other person
and find common ground." - The present perfect is used to highlight the completion of the action of
working through a disagreement and its lasting effect on understanding and finding common ground.

In each of these examples, the present perfect tense is used to connect past experiences or actions to
the present moment, highlighting their relevance and impact on the current situation.

FORM
How to use it
Use have or has and the third form (the past participle) of the verb.

We've ridden a horse.

My brother has met his favourite singer.

For negatives, use not or never.

They haven't been to a concert.

I've never seen an alien!

For questions, change the order of have or has and the person. We often use ever in questions.

Have you seen Big Ben? Yes, I have.

 Has she ever climbed the Eiffel Tower? No, she hasn't.

Use the past simple to say when the experience was and to give extra information.

Have you ever been to Peru? (present perfect)

Yes, I went there two years ago. It was very interesting! (past simple)
Comprehension Questions (10 minutes):
1. What is the main point of the text?
 Answer: The main point of the text is that conflicts are a normal part of life, and
learning how to manage them is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.
2. Why is it important to think about how you handle disagreements with friends?
 Answer: It's important to reflect on how you handle disagreements with friends
because this can lead to better understanding and resolution of conflicts.
3. How can conflicts help you learn and become better?
 Answer: Conflicts can help you learn by teaching you how to communicate
better and avoid making the same mistakes in the future.
4. What does the text mean by saying "Conflicts are chances to grow"?
 Answer: This means that facing conflicts and learning from them can help you
become a better person by improving your communication and problem-solving
skills.
5. How does the text explain the connection between conflicts and relationships?
 Answer: The text explains that conflicts don't have to ruin relationships; in fact,
they can make them stronger if handled well. Working through conflicts can lead
to a deeper understanding and connection with others.

Grammar Focus: Present Perfect (10 minutes): Explain the present perfect tense using
examples from the text. Highlight its use in discussing experiences and actions with a
connection to the present. Ask students to identify the present perfect tense sentences from
the text.

Grammar Practice (10 minutes): Provide sentences with gaps for students to fill in the correct
form of the present perfect tense.

 She __________ (apologize) for her mistake.

 They __________ (discuss) their differences.
 I _____________ (practice) active listening.
 He _______________ (learn) to compromise.
 We _______________ (avoid) blaming each other.
 I ______________(have) disagreements with my best friend, but we're still close.
 She ____________(apologize) for her mistake.
 We _____________(try) to talk calmly during arguments.
 They ___________(resolve) their differences by compromising.
 He _____________(learn) to listen more attentively.
 Role-Play Activity (15 minutes): Divide students into pairs. Give each pair a conflict scenario
(e.g., two friends arguing about weekend plans). Have them role-play the scenario using conflict
management skills and incorporating the present perfect tense.

Group Discussion (10 minutes): In small groups, have students discuss the following:

 Share one conflict they've experienced recently.

 How could conflict management skills have helped in that situation?
 How do you think the present perfect tense is used in everyday conversations?

Wrap-up (5 minutes): Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson. Encourage
students to use conflict management strategies and the present perfect tense in their
interactions.

Homework (optional): Ask students to write a short paragraph about a conflict they've
experienced, using present perfect tense to describe their actions and resolutions.