Topic: High School - Phobias Read 15097 times

zachmokpo · « **on:** November 24, 2009, 07:11:22 am »

I wanted to wind down the semester with something interesting and had my high school girls creating phobias in groups. I'd begin the lesson by asking them what they are afraid of (usual replies were "insect, Zach, mouse"). I then explained what a phobia is (공포증) and told them three of my phobias. I then explained 6 different phobias to the class and showed the class some clips of a Japanese fear factor like show. I then told the class I wanted them to create a phobia about something. I gave an example (Zachphobia - a fear of Zach making students speak english).

The group would then present their phobia to the class. The students made some REALLY creative phobias and the lesson has worked pretty well with each class I've used it in so far.

lisadream · « **Reply #1 on:** November 25, 2009, 10:19:36 am »

Thanks for this lesson Zach, it worked great in my classroom!

I modified the powerpoint and added a worksheet (mostly so I can reward the students who are actually paying attention/making an effort with participation marks/stickers). Unfortunately, they don't get to do alot of speaking in front of the class, but I make time when they are creating their own phobias to talk to as many students as I can and ask them about their ideas. They loved the videos from the Japanese Fear Factor show. Because I have mild Arachnophobia, and talk a little bit about "learned behaviour" if I have time I show them a 4 minute clip from the end of the movie Arachnophobia because this movie is how I "learned" to be afraid of spiders when I was about 8 years old.

I'll post my files here just in case anyone is curious.

Thanks again for a great lesson in a can.

« **Reply #2 on:** October 07, 2010, 09:20:11 am »

Hey everyone,

Here is a modified version of a lesson I took from a friend. It's for high school age boys.

I made the crossword on this website http://www.theteacherscorner.net/printable-worksheets/make-your-own/

« **Reply #3 on:** April 11, 2011, 05:18:15 pm »

Short quick lesson on phobias.

It did not last my whole class, but myt students are very low level and their discussion abilities are very limited

amurph8 · « **Reply #4 on:** September 05, 2011, 02:08:17 pm »

This was a fun lesson for high school boys. Most of my students are intermediate to high level, but you could adapt this concept.

First, I showed some highlight clips from the TV show 'Fear Factor' that I found on YouTube, for a total of about 15 min. I then asked students what they thought were the scariest stunts shown on Fear Factor and then what are some of their own fears.

Then, I divided the students into groups of 5 or 6 (since I have 35 students in each class, we had 6 groups total). I gave each group an envelope with conversation questions in them. I told them to take turns asking and answering the questions in the envelope. This is good practice for listening and speaking. The person asking the question must speak clearly so the person answering can understand the question. The person answering should answer in full sentences and give as much detail as possible.

I've attached the conversation questions that I used.

JLCutler · « **Reply #5 on:** September 05, 2011, 02:51:39 pm »

I LOVE this lesson but how on Earth did you keep thirty-five (35) teenage boys speaking English for half an hour?!

erikgray4 · « **Reply #6 on:** September 06, 2011, 09:19:23 am »

Awesome lesson! I cant wait to try it out!

« **Reply #7 on:** September 06, 2011, 03:54:59 pm »

This is a great idea!! A couple of my classes are very quiet so hopefully this lesson will get them talking! Thanks!

« **Reply #8 on:** September 06, 2011, 04:07:50 pm »

Sounds like a great lesson. I hope to try it out.

jameshbarnett · « **Reply #9 on:** September 07, 2011, 12:21:20 pm »

Do you have a link to the clip that you used? Did they understand the English spoken in it?

amurph8 · « **Reply #10 on:** September 16, 2011, 09:20:47 am »

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3sZQf4nkho
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lo0LMhujsuk

These are the two clips I used. The boys loved them! Even if they don't understand any/all of the English, it doesn't matter. But it's good listening practice and they may pick up on a couple new expressions.

During the conversation part, I walk around and spend a few minutes with each group and join in on the conversation and encourage explanation/full sentences. IF my co-teacher does the same, we can keep most of the class engaged.

« **Reply #11 on:** September 21, 2011, 09:14:46 am »

Hey great idea for a lesson!

I used your lesson, but ended adapting it a lot ..... it was impossible to get 40 high school girls speaking in English, half of them wouldnt attempt it because they couldnt read the questions.

I have attached my lesson plan, powerpoint etc.

amurph8 · « **Reply #12 on:** September 22, 2011, 07:51:30 am »

I've done groups with conversation questions in my class a few times and now they know what to expect. The first time they were confused, but it works well for me now.

Ritzckrakr · « **Reply #13 on:** September 22, 2011, 08:17:40 pm »

oh Ill totally use this!

Wiens · « **Reply #14 on:** September 23, 2011, 08:53:24 am »

I teach 14 different classes of Public Korean High School students. Half are boys, half are girls classes. My students enjoyed this very much, but I did have to make some notable modifications teachers who are considering this lesson may want to keep in mind.

1. It is very easy to dowload Fear Factor videos and waste valuable class time on uneccesary content. Consider editing the videos into just the action parts and show them after explaining the main idea of it.

2. Read through the questions provided before giving to your students and decide if they are appropriate for their level. The given questions were helpful, but the wording was too difficult for my 1st grade high school students.

3. Remember, yes it is important for them to listen to English, but due to the way the Korean society is, they need all the speaking practice with you that you can give them.

4. This is a really fun opportunity and the kids love it. (might want to warn students what types of things they will be watching. I had a girl leave the classroom crying when she saw the 300,000 worms.)

« **Reply #15 on:** September 23, 2011, 11:54:14 am »

Quote from: JLCutler on September 05, 2011, 02:51:39 pm

I LOVE this lesson but how on Earth did you keep thirty-five (35) teenage boys speaking English for half an hour?!

I agree. How do you keep students motivated and paying attention?

Abbyite · « **Reply #16 on:** September 26, 2011, 08:36:10 am »

Yes. How did you keep the students engaged. Mine alwasy seem to fall asleep or are not interested. I will have to try this.

m.corless · « **Reply #17 on:** November 28, 2011, 03:07:57 pm »

Such a great idea!

I love the fact that I might be able to scare a few of them at the same time hehe

« **Reply #18 on:** December 12, 2011, 09:23:24 am »

this lesson is awesome, super interesting for the young ones

« **Reply #19 on:** March 16, 2012, 03:23:19 pm »

Quote from: Wiens on September 23, 2011, 08:53:24 am

I teach 14 different classes of Public Korean High School students. Half are boys, half are girls classes. My students enjoyed this very much, but I did have to make some notable modifications teachers who are considering this lesson may want to keep in mind.

1. It is very easy to dowload Fear Factor videos and waste valuable class time on uneccesary content. Consider editing the videos into just the action parts and show them after explaining the main idea of it.

2. Read through the questions provided before giving to your students and decide if they are appropriate for their level. The given questions were helpful, but the wording was too difficult for my 1st grade high school students.

3. Remember, yes it is important for them to listen to English, but due to the way the Korean society is, they need all the speaking practice with you that you can give them.

4. This is a really fun opportunity and the kids love it. (might want to warn students what types of things they will be watching. I had a girl leave the classroom crying when she saw the 300,000 worms.)

Yeah I was pretty stupid and didn't warn them. Most of my kids handled it fine, but one girl gagged. I'm pretty terrified she'll tell her parents and i'll get canned or something. x_x;

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