In this lesson plan designed for the British Council Teaching English site, we explore the topic of creativity and innovation. This lesson was devised to mark World Creativity and Innovation Day on 21st April. However, it could be used at any time of year as this is not specifically mentioned.
The lesson begins by looking at what is involved in being creative, trying to expand this beyond the usual areas of art or creative writing.
The students then do a reading activity where they match the headings to each section. They then identify the synonyms which will have enabled them to do this task and focus on the idea of avoiding repetition. They read the text again and discuss which ideas they personally find most useful.
The lesson finishes with a creativity task, followed up by a final discussion.
Aims:
- Encourage students to think about their own creativity and how they could develop it further
- Expand students’ vocabulary and ability to avoid repetition using a range of synonyms
- Provide reading and speaking practice around the topic of creativity and innovation
Age/Level:
Teenage learners at CEF level B2
Time:
50-60 minutes
Materials:
The lesson plan and student worksheets can be downloaded here
