Giáo án Tiếng Anh 8 Global Success

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UNIT 1: LEISURE TIME

GETTING STARTED

I. OBJECTIVES

1. Knowledge and skills

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Set the context for the introductory conversation;
• Introduce the topic of the unit, the vocabulary, the sounds, and the grammar points to be learnt.

2. Competences

General competences:

• Self-control and independent learning: listen and share personal opinions with partners and teacher.
• Communication and collaboration: work in pairs or groups to complete the learning tasks.

Specific competences:

• Read and listen for specific information about leisure time and DIY activities.
• Identify and use vocabulary items related to leisure activities.

Digital competences:

• [1.1.TC2a]: Organize searches to find data and information regarding vocabulary effectively.
• 2.1.TC2a: Use multiple digital technologies and platforms to interact and engage with the lesson content.
• 2.4.TC2a : Select digital tools and technologies for collaborative processes in data collection and surveys .
• 3.1.TC2a: Create and edit digital content in various formats like digital tests or online forms.
• 5.2.TC2b: Select digital tools and possible technological responses to solve learning tasks efficiently.
• 6.2.TC2a: Optimize the use of AI tools (e.g., AI avatars, language models) for higher efficiency in brainstorming and summarizing information.

3. Attributes

• Hard work: Be ready and excited to learn about various leisure activities and actively participate in class.
• Balance: Learn how to balance between study and leisure time, appreciate DIY and healthy hobbies.

II. RESOURCES AND MATERIALS

1. Teacher's aids

• Textbook Global Success 8, Teacher's Book, Lesson Plan.
• Computer, projector/smart TV, audio speakers.
• Website hoclieu.vn.
• Digital platforms and AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, YoungTest.vn, D-ID, Padlet, Google Forms).

2. Students' aids

• Textbook, notebooks, pens, colored pencils.
• Smartphones/tablets for digital interaction.

III. PROCEDURES

1. WARM-UP

a. Objective: To activate students' prior knowledge and create a friendly, engaging atmosphere before starting the new lesson.

b. Content: Teacher organizes a quick game "Brainstorming" about free time activities.

c. Product: Students' correct vocabulary related to leisure time.

d. Organization:

Step 1: Teacher assigns learning tasks

- Teacher divides the class into 2 teams.

- Teacher asks students to write down as many leisure activities as possible in 2 minutes on the board.

- Teacher opens an AI chatbot to assist in the brainstorming process.

Step 2: Students perform learning tasks

- Students from each team run to the board and write the words.

- The teacher observes, guides, and supports the students (if necessary).

Step 3: Reporting and Discussion

- Teacher calls time out and counts the correct words.

Expected vocabulary on the board: watch TV, play football, read books, listen to music, go shopping, play video games, etc.

- Teacher prompts the AI chatbot to generate a list of "Top trending leisure activities for teenagers" and compares it with the students' answers.

- Other students can comment or offer alternative opinions (if any).

Step 4: Evaluation

- Teacher checks spelling, declares the winning team, and leads into the new lesson: "Today we will learn about Leisure Time and the activities people love doing in their free time".

[6.2.TC2a]: Optimize the use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to generate supplementary vocabulary and compare with students' answers for higher efficiency.

2. PRESENTATION

Activity 1: Listen and read

a. Objective: To set the context for the introductory conversation; to introduce the topic of the unit, the vocabulary, the sounds, and the grammar points to be learnt.

b. Content: Students look at the picture, listen to the recording, and read the conversation along.

c. Product: Students understand the context, can read the conversation aloud with correct pronunciation, and identify keywords related to Leisure time.

d. Organization:

Activity 2: Read the conversation again and complete the sentences.

a. Objective: To help Ss understand the conversation details.

b. Content: Students read 5 incomplete sentences and fill in the blanks based on the conversation.

c. Product: Students' correct completed sentences.

d. Organization:

Activity 3: Work in pairs. Write the activities from the box under the correct pictures.

a. Objective: To introduce some vocabulary items related to leisure activities.

b. Content: Students look at 6 pictures and match them with the activities given in the box.

c. Product: Correct matching of activities and pictures.

d. Organization:

Activity 4: Work in pairs. Read the phrases, and guess which activities in 3 are described.

a. Objective: To help Ss revise the leisure activities they have learnt in activity 3.

b. Content: Students read key phrases and match them to the correct leisure activities.

c. Product: Students' correct guesses.

d. Organization:

3. PRACTICE

a. Objective: To consolidate the vocabulary and structures learned in the lesson.

b. Content: Students complete Worksheet 1.

c. Product: Students' correct answers for the exercise.

d. Organization:

Step 1: Teacher assigns learning tasks

- Teacher distributes Worksheet 1 via a digital assessment platform (eg :Google Forms).

- Teacher sets a time limit of 5 minutes.

Step 2: Students perform learning tasks

- Students work individually to solve the exercise.

- Students use their digital devices to select the best answers interactively.

- The teacher observes, guides, and supports the students (if necessary).

Step 3: Reporting and Discussion

- Teacher invites some students to share their answers with the class:

1. A (DIY)

2. A (hangs out)

3. A (puzzles)

4. B (cinema)

5. A (surfing)

- Other students can comment or offer alternative opinions (if any).

Step 4: Evaluation

- Teacher gives feedback, corrects mistakes, and praises good work.

- Teacher moves on to the next mission.

[3.1.TC2a]: Create and edit digital content in different formats (e.g., converting a paper worksheet into a digital test).

[5.2.TC2b]: Select digital tools (digital testing platforms) to solve learning tasks and receive instant feedback.

4. APPLICATION

a. Objective: To help students apply the vocabulary and structures learned into a creative, real-life context.

b. Content: Students carry out Activity 5 and a creative survey task: "My Leisure Time Survey".

c. Product: Students' survey reports and oral presentation.

d. Organization:

Step 1: Teacher assigns learning tasks

- Teacher sets time for Activity 5 (page 9) and asks Ss to work in groups to ask one another the question: "If you have some free time this weekend, what will you do?".

- Task expansion: Interview 3 friends in your group. Write down their chosen activities and give one reason why they like it (using phrases from Activity 4: e.g., to improve memory, keep in touch, improve physical health).

- Teacher instructs students to design a quick digital survey using Google Forms or a similar polling app.

Step 2: Students perform learning tasks

- Students ask each other and note down the answers.

- The teacher observes, guides, and supports the students (if necessary).

Step 3: Reporting and Discussion

- Students input the interview data into their shared digital survey forms.

- Teacher invites some students to share the answers of their groups with the class.

Example report:

+ Nam will play sport this weekend because it improves his physical health.

+ Mai will do puzzles to improve her memory.

+ I will surf the net to learn something about IT.

- Other students can comment or offer alternative opinions (if any).

Step 4: Evaluation

- Teacher praises students' speaking skills, correct use of vocabulary, and accurate grammar.

- Wrap-up: Ask Ss to say aloud words/phrases they remember. Draw attention to the lesson objectives.

- Teacher summarizes the lesson and assigns homework.

(2.4.TC2a: Select digital tools and technologies (e.g., digital forms) for collaborative data collection processes.)

* HOMEWORK

- Review previously learned vocabulary at home.

- Complete the mission in Application (write a short paragraph about your own leisure time).

- Prepare for A closer look 1.