As teachers of adult ESL, we understand the importance of ensuring that the lessons we teach in class are relevant to our students. While learning about money, jobs, etc. is explicitly relevant to our students, cultural topics and current events such as elections and are just as important, even though it’s often more difficult to see.
Lessons on these topics, such as 8.5 Voting and Elections, 7.5 Going Out to Eat, and others provide students with the knowledge they need to navigate daily life and participate in their community. The Timely Lessons that English Forward has created often address current events, cultural traditions or activities that your students may not be familiar with.
How do you address cultural topics in your classroom? Let us know in the comments below!