The TEFL Academy Assignment B
The TEFL Academy Assignment B
✓ NB: Look at the model provided and make sure you understand what MFP refer to here. See Units 2 and 7. For example, in number 4 in
the table below, we do NOT mean 'What is the function of the lesson'!!!
1. What is the target form of the first conditional Clause 1: Present simple
(both clauses)? (F) Clause 2: Future simple
4. What is the function? (M) To express an assumed situation and a future action or intention that is dependent on a
certain condition
The "if" clause typically has a slightly rising intonation to indicate that it's a condition. The
main clause often has a falling intonation, indicating the result or action that follows the
condition.
Negative form:
“If I don't meet Son Tung M-TP" – The stress falls on "don't," "meet," and "Son Tung M-TP"
to emphasize the negative condition.
"I won't take a photo" – The stress falls on "won't" and "photo" to emphasize the lack of the
consequence.
The "if" clause still typically has a slightly rising intonation. The main clause with the "won't"
still has a falling intonation.
Question form:
"If I meet Son Tung M-TP" - Stress falls on "meet" and "Son Tung M-TP" to emphasize the
condition.
"will I take a photo?" - Stress falls on "will" to indicate the question's main verb, and on
"take" and "photo" to emphasize the action being asked about.
The intonation will start slightly lower, rise for "If I meet Son Tung M-TP," and then continue
rising for "will I take a photo," with a slight fall at the end.
Pronunciation of contractions also needs to be practised and tested (We’ll, I’’ll, he’ll, etc.)
8. How will I encourage students to analyse the I will do a “Fill-in-the-Blanks” Exercise. On the board, I will write sentences with missing
form (S+V, etc.) themselves rather than just parts and ask students to fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. For example:
telling them what it is? (F) If I _______ (meet) Son Tung M-TP, I _______ (take) a photo.
Then I will guide students through a series of questions that lead them to discover it on
their own. For example:
• What is the subject of the sentence?
• Is the verb tense used in the "if" clause present or past tense?
9. What concept questions will I ask to check • Do you think meeting Son Tung M-TP is certain in this sentence? (No)
students understand how the form is being • What happens first in the sentence: meeting Son Tung M-TP or taking a photo?
used/what it means? (Meeting Son Tung M-TP)
• Did he already take a photo of Son Tung M-TP? (No)
• What must happen for him to take a photo? (He must meet Son Tung M-TP)
• Does “I will” mean the same as “I’ll”? (Yes)
11. How will I get students to practice the Reading the sentences they create in the warmer, drilling during presentation stage, reading
pronunciation? the flash cards during the controlled practice activity and a speaking exercise in the freer
practice.
12. What controlled practice activities will the Matching activity - Students make first conditional sentences by connecting sentence halves
students do? written on A6 cards that I hand out. Each “if” card needs to find his/her matching
“consequence.” Affirmative, negative and question form is included. This is a quick activity
where I can also see whether they understand the concept on the card, and they practice a
bit of reading by reading their classmate’s cards to find their match.
This activity gets everyone up and moving, which helps wake them up a bit. Since the class
is small, it keeps things lively without turning into chaos.
Once the cards are matched up, the learner reads his/her card out loud, and stick them on
the board for the learners to copy the sentences onto their worksheets later. There is also a
short homework assignment to practice negative form.
13. What freer practice activities will the students Students will play a game called the "First Conditional Game." I will start by saying a
do? sentence with "if," like "If it rains..." Then, the first student repeats the sentence and adds
what will happen, like "If it rains, I’ll stay in bed." After that, the next student changes the
ending to start with "if" and adds a new result. For example, "If I stay in bed, I’ll miss class."
Each student has about ten seconds to make their sentence. If they can't or make a mistake,
they're out of the game. The game continues until only one student is left, and that student
• Learners will understand the structure of the first conditional form (If
+ present simple, will + base form), including its basic function and
when it is used. Affirmative, negative and question forms will also be
practiced
A2 (Late elementary/
• Learners playing a Chain game for freer practice to practice forming
pre-intermediate)
Level of Class: Lesson Objectives: and using first conditional sentences orally.
• Learners to copy sentences from flash cards using the first
Teenagers (14-16 years old)
conditional form.
• Learners will get homework to practice the first conditional for
different scenarios.
Vietnamese (Urban). The first Learners would already know present simple, present continuous, past
simple for common verbs, and would be familiar with will for future events.
Nationality/First language is Vietnamese with
Assumed Knowledge: They would be familiar with grammatical terminology such as the names of
Language: some learners speaking Chinese the tenses they already know, subject, auxiliary verb, negative form, etc.
as a second language
• Shyness or Fear of Making Mistakes: Two of the learners are shy and
feel hesitant to speak up in class or make mistakes in front of their
peers.
Solution: They must be prompted to participate. I will ask them for the
answers on easier questions I think they should know. This will improve their
confidence to try and answer more difficult questions. I will also say
something positive before correcting them.
Timin Inter-
Stage Aim Teacher Activity Learner Activity
g action
To activate learners’ prior Before the learners enter, I'll write "First Conditional" on
Warmer knowledge and introduce the whiteboard. I'll draw a block where flashcards will
(8 mins) the topic and target go, making sure they're shuffled and paired up
language.
2 T-C When the learners come in, I'll greet them and explain Learners walk in, take a seat and take
that we'll be discussing things that depend on other out their notebooks/tablets
things happening.
4 Pairs I'll ask the learners to turn to the learner next to them Learners work in pairs, talking about
and share something they'd like to happen and what they would like to do, or something
must happen first. As they talk, I'll move around and they’d like to happen, and what that
help if they're stuck. thing is dependent on.
2 T-C Each group will then share one example, which I'll write Learners in pairs agree on an example
on the board. sentence and read it aloud.
Presentation To introduce the first 6 T-C Commend them for the good examples on the board.
(21 mins) conditional structure and
its usage Elicit the target language by pointing to the first Learners make suggestions as to the
sentence (eg. I want to go to Bali, but I must have missing words until they get to “if” and
enough money) and writing under it “will”.
I'll elicit the model sentence by steering the Learners name a few celebrities,
conversation towards meeting famous people and ask amongst other, famous singer Son Tung
who they'd like to meet and what they'd do if they had M-TP. They’d like to get a photo with
that opportunity. him.
I'll write on the board: If I meet Son Tung M-TP, I will Learners write the sentence in their
take a photo workbooks
I'll test whether all the learners understand contractions Learners confirm that “I will” can be
by writing on the board “I will” and asking how else we shortened to “I’ll”, etc.
can say that?
9 T-C I'll elicit the form by breaking the sentence up and ask Learners identify the verb and subject
the class what the verb and subject are in the first part in both clauses
(the if part). Then move to the second part (the will
part) to identify the same.
I will ask what tense the first part is. If they struggle, I'll Learners identify the first part as
point out the tense of the verb. Then ask what the present simple tense
second part is. Remind then that is it something that has Learners identify the second part as
not happened yet future simple tense
I'll write on the board If + subject + present simple, Learners copy the form into their
subject + will + future simple, and say the sentence to books.
the class, instructing them to repeat it after me. Learners say the modal sentence
I'll point out intonation and word stress. (see PPP together.
Grammar plan)
I'll read the negative and question form to the class and Learners repeat the negative form and
instruct class to repeat after me. I'll point out intonation question form a few times, focusing on
and word stress, and how it is different from the correct stress and intonation
affirmative form.
I'll ask learners what the second part on its own mean, Learners identify that “will” on its own,
without the “if” part. indicates certainty
I'll write on the board that “if” refers to maybe or maybe Learners write this in their notebooks
not, and “will” refers to for sure! (see teachers language)
3 T-C I'll instructs learners to close their books and I'll hand Learners listen to instructions.
To provide learners with out a flash card to each learner, face down. Once all the
Controlled Practice
structured practice using learners have cards, I will explain how the activity works.
(15 mins)
the first conditional. (See PPP Grammar)
To give learners 2 T-C I explain how the next activity works. I will start by Learners listen to instructions and ask
opportunities to use the saying a sentence with "if," then, the first learner questions if they are not sure.
Freer Practice
first conditional in a more repeats the sentence and adds what will happen. I'll give
(10 mins)
open-ended way. some examples and make sure everyone understands.
(see teacher’s language)
8 Class I'll call out on each learner when it is their turn to make Learners start making sentences one
a sentence. I'll ensures all the learners participate after the other.
equally and pay attention to what others are saying.
1 T-C I'll stop the game and gets the class to settle down Learners sit down and listen to teacher
again.
I'll asks if anyone has a question, and answer the Learners have an opportunity to ask
learners that have questions questions and get clarity on concepts
they are unsure of.
To explain homework. I'll explains the homework assignment
✔ Explain and justify your choice of teaching aids (board, visual aids, etc.), activities and materials for this A2 class of teenagers aged 14-16. (100-150
words)
In teaching first conditionals to Vietnamese teenagers, I integrated elements of their pop culture and interests to enhance engagement and relevance. By
referencing familiar figures like Son Tung M-TP, I aimed to create connections between language learning and their everyday lives. The use of competing activities
with a winner added an element of excitement and motivation, encouraging active participation and friendly competition among learners. Flashcards provided a
tactile and interactive learning experience, promoting visual recognition and memory retention. Pairing up flashcards fostered collaboration and peer interaction.
Additionally, writing on the whiteboard allowed learners to visually follow along, take notes, and refer to key concepts for reinforcement and review. Worksheets
and homework extended learning beyond the classroom, allowing learners to practice independently and reinforce their understanding of first conditionals.
Overall, these strategies catered to teenagers' preferences for interactive, relevant, and competitive learning experiences, making the lesson more engaging and
effective.
Instruc ons: Turn your card over and read the sentence. Find your classmate who has the card that completes your sentence.
Stand beside this classmate and hold up your cards in the correct order. Once the teacher confirms it is correct, s ck it on the whiteboard and take your seat.
If you don't
If I miss the I will be late you’ll be
bring warm
bus, for school. cold.
clothes,
1. If ___________________________________________________________________
2. If____________________________________________________________________
3. If____________________________________________________________________
4. If____________________________________________________________________
5. If____________________________________________________________________
6. If____________________________________________________________________
Homework:
1. Identify the 4 sentences above in affirmative form and rewrite them in the negative
form.
a) __________________________________________________________________
b) __________________________________________________________________
c) __________________________________________________________________
d) __________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
3. Put the verb into the correct first conditional form [adapted from [Link]
[Link]/support-files/first_conditional_form.pdf]
3.1. If I __________________ (go) out tonight, I __________________ (go) to the movies.
3.2. If she __________________ (come), I __________________ (be) surprised.
3.3. If we __________________ (wait) here, we __________________ (be) late for school.
3.4. If we ______________ (go) on holiday this summer, we ______________ (go) to Bali.
3.5. If the weather __________________ (not / improve), we __________________ (not /
have) a pool party.
3.6. If I _______________ (not / go) to bed early, _____________ I (be) tired tomorrow?
3.7. If we __________________ (eat) all this candy, we __________________ (feel) sick.
3.8. If they __________________ (be) invited, they __________________ (go) to the party.
3.9. If she _______________ (get) a teaching job, she _______________ (stay) in Hanoi.
[Link] you __________________ (go) to the butchery, I __________________ (cook)
dinner
Assignment B – Teacher Language
This document should not be more than 3 pages long, including this page; approximately 700-1000
words in total.
a) Presentation
You do not need to show the entire presentation but show us some of the language you would use to
elicit the target language from the context you have chosen, elicit the form, and concept check.
T: Alright, everyone, today we're going to play a fun game called the First Conditional Chain Game!
Ngoc: What's that?
T: Well, it's a game where we make sentences using "if" and "will" that we just learned about. I'll start
by saying a sentence with "if." For example, "If it’s hot tomorrow."
Tu: Then what?
T: Then, you repeat what I said and add your own part to the sentence. So, you could say, "If it’s hot
tomorrow, I will go to the beach."
T: Does everyone understand?
Class: Yes!
T: Okay, everyone stand up. If you don’t make your sentence quick enough, or you make a mistake,
you are out and must sit down. Let's begin! If I go to the beach... Nam, what then?
Nam: If I go to the beach, I will invite my friends.
T: Excellent! Now, Chau, your turn. Change that into an "if" sentence and add your own ending. So you
start with “if I invite my friends”.
Chau: if I invite my friends, we will play games.
T: Well done! You are getting it! Now, Hung, it's your turn.
Hung: If we play games, we will get hungry.
T: Fantastic! Now, let's go a bit faster. Remember, you've got to be quick! If you take too long or make
a mistake, you're out. Okay, Tu, go!
Tu: If we get hungry, we will go to the shop.
T: Great! Keep it going! Ngoc, your turn!
Ngoc: If we go to the shop, uhm, uhm… (Ngoc starts laughing)
T: Ngoc, you are out! If we go to the shop? Tuan, now you!
Tuan: If we go to the shop, I will buy banh mi.
T: Excellent! Alright, Hai, you’re next!
[I carry on with the game until we run out of time, or there is a winner]
Lesson plan:
11. BrainPOP Educators - 3.5.1 First Conditional Lesson Plan (date unknown). Available at:
[Link] [Accessed
1 May, 2024]
12. SCRIBD - Lesson Plan Form and Paragraph by Zakir Ahmed (17th Feb 2022). Available at:
[Link]
[Accessed 1 - 3 May, 2024]
13. TTA Teacher's Toolkit – How to write a good TEFL Lesson Plan (23rd November 2015).
Available at: [Link]
[Accessed 1 May, 2024]
14. Twinkl UK – 14 Plenary Ideas to Make Your Lesson ‘Outstanding' (date unknown) Available
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Teacher's Language:
15. SCRIBD – Teacher Language - Instructions by Zakir Ahmed (17th Feb 2022). Available at:
[Link] [Accessed 3 May,
2024]
Board Plan:
16. Ontesol - Using the Board in the ESL Classroom (16 Nov 2022). Available at:
[Link]
board-esl-classroom/ [Accessed 1 - 3 May, 2024]
17. TEFL Educator – EFL Boardwork for the classroom (date unknown). Available at:
Overall reference:
19. VocabKitchen Vocabulary Profiler. Available at: [Link]
[Accessed 23 April - May, 2024]
20. Games4esl - How To Teach The First Conditional – Step By Step (date unknown). Available at:
[Link] [Accessed 23 April -
3 May, 2024]