How cellphones are designed to be addictive

This ESL lesson plan  deals with the theme of smartphone addiction.  In particular the role design places in ensuring that we are always using our cellphones. Students will also look at ways to deal with this problem.

It focus on practicing key skills related to listening, speaking, collaboration and critical thinking.  You will need at least 60 minutes to complete this lesson, if used as a flipped ESL lesson. However, lesson can run up to 90 minutes.

While targeting intermediate and upper-intermediate language learners of English, it is highly adaptable as it have been purposely designed to faciliate mixed-levelled classes. This includes in a tertiary institution such as a university or within a professional environment, targeting professionals.