Health – ESL Directions

Week of Sept. 8/25

Watch this new video for your beginner ESL students on calling the Health Link line (811) in Alberta. The video is part of a full lesson plan for newcomers on this free 24/7 medical advice service.

Week of Mar. 3/25

This lesson plan will help your more advanced beginner students practice basic vocabulary needed for a routine check-up with an eye doctor.

Lesson plan activities include warm-up questions, skill-building tasks, video and other role plays, and review exercises. Students will also understand the difference between optometrists and opticians, and how eye care fits into the Canadian health system.

What’s new: Week of Nov. 4/24

Teach your beginner ESL students the basic vocabulary needed to call 911 in an emergency. This lesson includes role plays, comprehension exercises, a short video role play, and discussions about emergency situations. The lesson also helps students to understand how the health care system works in Canada.

What’s new: Week of July 22/24

Three new lesson plans aim to teach your beginner ESL students the vocabulary for real-world medical appointments. The lessons cover making appointments on the phone, checking in with the receptionist at the doctor’s office, and having an annual check-up. Each lesson plan includes vocabulary exercises, role plays, discussion questions, and short videos. Links to the videos are provided for further practice.

What’s new: Week of July 15/24

This lesson plan focuses on teaching English vocabulary related to hospital procedures. The plan includes interactive activities and a role play with a hospital nurse to facilitate learning. The accompanying video provides additional support for learners.