‘Unexpected Santa’ Lesson Plan

This ESL lesson plan is designed around a Coca-Cola AI-generated Christmas ad titled Unexpected Santa and the themes of Christmas, Christmas ads and AI-generated media. Students learn vocabulary related to Christmas, talk about Christmas and Christmas ads, discuss quotations about Christmas, watch a Christmas ad, answer comprehension questions, analyse a Christmas ad, develop critical thinking skills by exploring issues raised in a Christmas ad, perform a roleplay and reflect on the lesson.

Language level: Intermediate (B1) – Upper Intermediate (B2)

Learner type: Teens and adults

Time: 90 minutes

Objectives:

• To explore the cultural significance of Christmas.
• To expand vocabulary on the topic of Christmas and advertising.
• To discuss the use of AI in modern advertising and its implications.
• To practice critical thinking and analytical skills.
• To enhance listening, speaking, and comprehension abilities.
• To engage in collaborative and creative activities.

Topic: Christmas, Christmas ads and AI-generated media

Language: Vocabulary related to Christmas

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We hope you enjoy this ESL lesson.

Kieran and the Film English Team