World
Conversation lessons from world news and current events.
Who it's for
For B1 students and up: each story is told in plain English, then opened up into a discussion. By level: 13 stories at B1 and 6 at B2.
Short conversation lessons built on a recent news story. More In the News lesson plans
Skills it practises
- Speaking: discussion questionsevery lesson
- Vocabulary: a target word listevery lesson
- Reading: a text or news storyevery lesson
Lessons
- US and Iran Sign Historic DealThe US and Iran have signed a major agreement covering nuclear weapons, sanctions, and the Strait of Hormuz.48 minB2Outline
- Venezuela's Deadly EarthquakesTwo powerful earthquakes strike near Caracas, killing hundreds and leaving thousands in need of rescue.48 minB1Outline
- Tension Rises Over a Key Shipping RouteA dispute near a major sea passage has disrupted global shipping and raised international tension, sparking talk about oil, trade, and diplomacy.48 minB2Outline
- Ceasefire Collapse: US-Iran Conflict EscalatesA fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran has fallen apart, with new attacks causing casualties and raising fears about civilian infrastructure.48 minB2Outline
- A New PM Tackles Old ProblemsA look at how Britain's new prime minister plans to fix social care, youth unemployment, and regional power in his first days in office.48 minB1Outline
- Drone 'Safari' Attack Shocks UkraineA viral video of a Russian drone chasing a street vendor sparks global outrage and raises questions about civilians in modern warfare.48 minB2Outline
- A Journalist Speaks OutA Nobel Peace Prize-winning editor reflects on Russia's crackdown on free speech and the risks of the war in Ukraine dragging on.48 minB2Outline
- Allies Condemn New West Bank Settlement PlanFive Western countries have criticised Israel's plan to build homes in a sensitive part of the occupied West Bank, warning it could end hopes for a Palestinian state.48 minB2Outline
- Diplomats Push for Peace TalksUS envoys travel to Moscow and Kyiv in new efforts to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine.48 minB1Outline
- Danger on the Railway LineA drone strike hits a train near the border, highlighting the risks to essential transport networks.48 minB1Outline
- A Divided CourtroomDiscuss a dramatic US court case where one juror blocked a final decision, raising questions about justice and mental health.48 minB1Outline
- Lithuania Prepares for EmergenciesLithuania shares its new safety plans as security concerns and drone incidents rise in Eastern Europe.48 minB1Outline
- Bangkok Under WaterLearn about the severe floods in Thailand's capital and talk about how cities handle extreme weather.48 minB1Outline
- A Difficult Deal in LebanonA report about a missing American journalist raises questions about information, protection, and justice.48 minB1Outline
- Russian Diesel Deal Raises QuestionsA proposed deal to bring Russian diesel to the US has raised questions about fuel prices, sanctions and support for Ukraine.48 minB1Outline
- A Community Faces a School TragedyA short, respectful report about a deadly school shooting in Oregon and a community beginning to heal.48 minB1Outline
- A Social Media Post and Police ReviewA police decision about an online message raises questions about speech, law, and public responsibility.48 minB1Outline
- France Braces for More ProtestsFrance prepares for another day of protests as officials balance public safety, protest rules and wider public frustration.48 minB1Outline
- Youth Protests in GermanyYoung people in several German cities protested over living costs, public services and military service, while some demonstrations ended in violence.48 minB1Free
How to use it in a lesson
- Lessons run 48 minutes, with a timing on every stage, so you can see before you start what fits your slot.
- Start with "Youth Protests in Germany", a recent story: its whole plan is on this site, stage by stage, with the target vocabulary, free to read and to teach from on any video call.
- Each story stands on its own, so pick the one your student will most want to talk about. A story makes a good warm-up or a lighter lesson.
- For a shorter slot, skip a practice stage or cut the discussion short: the stages are a guide, not a script.
Teach World with your student
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