The Global Communicator Program - Session 1 - Travel English Lessons

This plan is designed to be highly practical, build immediate confidence, and get the client speaking from the first minute.

Lesson 1: First Contact & Survival Phrases

• Module: Module 1: The Foundation
• Time: 60 Minutes
• Objective: By the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:
1. Use basic greetings and polite expressions.
2. Introduce himself.
3. Confidently use 3-4 "magic phrases" to control a conversation when he doesn't understand.

Materials Needed

• A dedicated notebook for the learner.
• Two pens (e.g., one black, one blue/red).
• A printout of the lesson's key phrases (optional, for easy reference).

Lesson Plan

1. Warm-Up & Introduction (10 minutes)

• Goal: Build rapport and establish the "rules" of the class.
• Action:
1. Teacher: Start with simple greetings. "Hello. My name is Atik." (Speak slowly and clearly).
2. Learner: Encourage him to respond. "Hello. My name is Mohamed"
3. Set the Philosophy:

"Welcome! This class is not a school. There are no exams. Our only goal is communication. Speaking is more important than grammar. Confidence is more important than perfection. It is okay to make mistakes."

4. Introduce the Notebook: "This is your most important tool. We will build your personal phrasebook here."

2. Core Activity A: Greetings & Politeness (15 minutes)

• Goal: Master the "social lubricants" of English.
• Action:
1. Introduce Phrases (The "Listen and Repeat" Method):
• Say the English word clearly.
• Have the learner repeat it 3 times.
• Provide the French/Darija equivalent to confirm understanding.
• Have the learner write it in his notebook (English on the left, translation on the right).

English (Listen & Repeat)	French (for understanding)
Hello	Bonjour
Goodbye	Au revoir
Please	S'il vous pla t
Thank you	Merci
You're welcome	De rien / Je vous en prie
Excuse me	Excusez-moi

2.      Mini-Role Play:

Scenario 1:

3.      (Teacher hands learner a pen).

Teacher: "Here you are."

Learner: "Thank you."

Teacher: "You're welcome." (Repeat 3-4 times).

Scenario 2:

4.      (Teacher "bumps into" learner). Learner: "Excuse me." (Repeat).

 

 

 

 

 

Lesson 1 (Expanded Phrase List)

1. Greetings & Politeness (The Essentials) Salutations for first encounters & conversation starters. This group is for the first 2 seconds of any interaction.

Dialogue 1: The Simple Transaction

Focus: Group 1 (Greetings & Politeness) Scenario: The learner is buying a coffee. Characters: Teacher (as Waiter), Learner (as Customer)

• Teacher: "Good morning. What can I get for you?"
• Learner: "Good morning. One coffee, please."
• Teacher: "Okay. That is 3 Euros."
• Learner: (Hands money) "Thank you."
• Teacher: "You're welcome. Here is your coffee."
• Learner: "Thank you very much. Goodbye."
• Teacher: "Goodbye!"

 

 

2. Basic Conversation & Introductions

This group is for the first 30 seconds of a conversation.

 

 

Dialogue 2: The First Meeting

Focus: Group 2 (Basic Conversation & Introductions) Scenario: The learner is sitting next to the teacher at a hotel breakfast. Characters: Teacher (as Traveler), Learner (as Traveler)

• Teacher: "Hello. My name is Atik. What is your name?"
• Learner: "Hello. My name is Mohamed."
• Teacher: "Nice to meet you, Mohamed. Where are you from?"
• Learner: "I am from Morocco. And you?"
• Teacher: "I am from Morocco, too. How are you today?"
• Learner: "I'm fine, thank you."
• Teacher: "Good. Excuse me, I must go. Goodbye."
• Learner: "Goodbye."

 

 

 

3.      The "Magic Phrases" (Taking Control)

This is the most important group for a beginner. These phrases give the learner control.

 

 

Dialogue 3: The "Magic Phrase" Stress Test

Focus: Group 3 (Taking Control) Scenario: The learner asks for help, and the teacher speaks too fast. Characters: Teacher (as a fast-talking stranger), Learner (as a lost tourist)

• Learner: "Excuse me... where is the taxi?"
• Teacher: (Speaking very fast) "Oh yeah, the taxi, yougottagostraighttothecornerandthenyou'lltakealeftandgopastthebigredbuildingandit'srightthere."
• Learner: "I'm sorry, I don't understand."
• Teacher: "What?"+
• Learner: "Can you speak slowly, please?"
• Teacher: (Slowing down) "Oh, yes. I'm sorry. Go... straight. At the corner... turn left. You will see the taxis."
• Learner: "Go straight, turn left. Okay. Thank you."
• Teacher: "You're welcome."

 

 

 

4. Simple Answers & Responses

This group covers the most basic answers to any question.

 

Dialogue 4: Simple Confirmations

Focus: Group 4 (Simple Answers & Responses) Scenario: The learner is checking into a hotel. Characters: Teacher (as Receptionist), Learner (as Guest)

• Teacher: "Hello. Can I help you?"
• Learner: "Yes. I have a reservation. My name is Mohamed."
• Teacher: "Okay. Mohamed... ah, yes. You are in room 201."
• Learner: "Okay."
• Teacher: "Breakfast is from 7 to 10. Is that okay?"
• Learner: "Yes, that's right."
• Teacher: "Do you need help with your bags?"
• Learner: "No, thank you. I'm fine."
• Teacher: "Excellent. Here is your key. Enjoy your stay."
• Learner: "Thank you."
• Teacher: "No problem."