Unconscious Bias

This ESL lesson plan is designed around a short video titled What is Unconscious Bias? and the themes of bias and unconscious bias. Students learn vocabulary related to bias and unconscious bias, talk about bias and unconscious bias, predict the content of a short video, watch a short video, answer comprehension questions, analyse a short video, write about what they have learned from viewing a short video, develop critical thinking skills by exploring issues raised in a short video, read an article, answer comprehension questions, discuss topics raised in an article, perform a roleplay, and reflect on the lesson.

Language level: Advanced (C1) – Proficient (C2)

Learner type: Teens and adults

Time: 90–120 minutes

Objectives:

• To introduce students to the concept of bias and unconscious bias
• To explore the impact of bias on individuals and society
• To develop students’ ability to discuss bias critically and analytically
• To improve students’ viewing, listening and reading comprehension skills
• To use vocabulary related to unconscious bias accurately in discussions and written tasks
• To engage students in roleplay and practical application of the topic

Topic: Bias and unconscious bias

Language: Vocabulary related to unconscious bias

Watch the short video.