Lesson Plan:
Part 1: Introduction to the Topic
Warm-Up Discussion (10 minutes)
Discuss with the students their previous experiences of staying in hotels. Ask questions like:
Have you ever stayed at a hotel? What was your experience like?
What facilities do you usually look for in a hotel?
Why is good customer service important in a hotel?
Vocabulary Building (15 minutes)
Introduce and explain key vocabulary from the texts. Words might include:
Check-in
Concierge
Amenities
Lavish
Attentiveness
Tailored recommendations
Use visual aids or flashcards to reinforce understanding.
Part 2: Reading and Listening
Listening Exercise (20 minutes)
Play the audio recording of “A Teenager’s Luxurious Hotel Stay.”
Ask students to take notes on the main events and details as they listen.
After listening, have a brief discussion about the key points they noted.
Reading Exercise (20 minutes)
Distribute printed copies of “A Teenager’s Luxurious Hotel Stay.”
Students read the text individually or in pairs.
Ask them to highlight the main ideas and underline details related to the check-in process, facilities, and customer service.
Part 3: Understanding and Analysis
Group Discussion (15 minutes)
Divide students into small groups.
Each group discusses the following questions:
What were the most memorable parts of the hotel stay?
How did the hotel staff contribute to the overall experience?
What facilities and activities were highlighted in the narrative?
Comparative Analysis (20 minutes)
Introduce the second text, “Internship Experience at a Luxury Hotel.”
Read the text aloud or play the audio recording.
Have students compare the two texts, focusing on:
The different perspectives (guest vs. intern).
How customer service is described in each experience.
The role of different hotel staff in creating a positive experience.
Part 4: Application and Practice
Writing Activity (30 minutes)
Ask students to write a short narrative or recount about a hotel stay. They can choose to:
Describe a real experience they’ve had.
Imagine and write about an ideal hotel stay.
Recount a day in the life of a hotel staff member.
Encourage them to include details about the check-in process, facilities, and customer service.
Presentation (15 minutes)
Have students share their written pieces with the class.
Provide feedback on their use of vocabulary, structure, and description.
Role-Playing (Optional Extension)
Organize a role-playing activity where students act out a hotel check-in scenario.
Assign roles such as guest, receptionist, and concierge.
This helps practice conversation skills and applying vocabulary in a real-world context.
Homework:
Ask students to research a luxury hotel and write a short report on its facilities and services.
Have them prepare a presentation about a day in the life of a hotel employee of their choice.
Assessment:
Evaluate students based on their participation in discussions and activities.
Assess their written narratives for clarity, detail, and use of vocabulary.
Provide feedback on their presentations and role-playing performances.