When is a Company Considered a Monopoly?

This ESL lesson plan  deals with the theme Business and Economy. Student will learn about the economic concept of monopolies. They will learn key language structures and vocubaulary  to explain reasons why some big business grow to dominate a market, and identify why it is important.

It focus on practising key skills related to  listening, speaking, collaboration and critical thinking.  You will need at least 90 minutes to complete this lesson, if used as a flipped ESL lesson. However, lesson can run up to 3 hours ( consider two  90-minute lessons or for university teachers adjust as needed).

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.