I'M TAKING CLASSES LIKE...

 In this lesson, students will learn to talk about the classes or courses they are currently taking using the present continuous tense. They will also discuss different subjects, interests, and reasons for taking certain classes. This topic is useful for conversations about education, hobbies, and skill-building.

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Grammar Focus:

1. Present Continuous Tense for Ongoing Actions

   • Structure: Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing
     • Example: "I’m taking classes like art, science, and history."
   • Usage: To describe actions that are happening right now or in progress, such as taking a course or attending a class.
     • Example: "She’s taking English lessons every Monday."

2. Using "like" for Examples

   • Structure: Subject + verb + like + examples
     • Example: "I’m learning subjects like biology, chemistry, and physics."
   • Usage: To give examples of things you are doing, taking, or experiencing.
     • Example: "I’m taking classes like math, art, and computer science."

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Vocabulary:

1. Class – a course of study in a particular subject
2. Subject – an area of knowledge studied in school or college
3. Lecture – an educational talk or presentation given by a teacher
4. Course – a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject
5. Semester – a half-year term in a school or university
6. Major – the primary focus of study in college
7. Elective – a class that a student can choose, not a required course
8. Curriculum – the subjects included in a course of study
9. Homework – assignments given to students to complete outside of class
10. Project – a task or assignment, often involving research or creative work

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Useful Expressions:

1. "I’m taking classes like math and history."
2. "She’s enrolled in courses like biology and chemistry."
3. "We’re studying subjects like English, science, and economics."
4. "He’s interested in classes like programming and graphic design."
5. "I’m taking electives like art and music."
6. "They’re learning subjects like philosophy and psychology."
7. "I’m focusing on classes like marketing and business."
8. "She’s taking classes like French and Spanish."
9. "We’re enrolled in courses like physics and engineering."
10. "He’s doing subjects like architecture and design."

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Sentences:

1. I’m taking classes like chemistry and biology this semester.
2. She’s studying subjects like art and literature at her university.
3. We’re attending courses like mathematics and computer science.
4. He’s enrolled in classes like economics and business management.
5. I’m interested in taking subjects like psychology and sociology.
6. They’re learning subjects like physics and astronomy.
7. She’s focusing on courses like history and political science.
8. We’re studying languages like French and German.
9. He’s taking electives like photography and creative writing.
10. I’m doing classes like marketing and communication studies.

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Questions and Answers:

1. Q: What classes are you taking this semester?
   A: I’m taking classes like math, history, and chemistry.

2. Q: Are you studying any language courses?
   A: Yes, I’m taking classes like Spanish and French.

3. Q: What subjects is she enrolled in?
   A: She’s enrolled in classes like biology and physics.

4. Q: Are they taking any electives this year?
   A: Yes, they’re taking electives like art and music.

5. Q: What courses are you focusing on?
   A: I’m focusing on classes like business and marketing.

6. Q: Is he learning any new subjects?
   A: Yes, he’s taking courses like economics and philosophy.

7. Q: What kind of projects are you working on in class?
   A: I’m working on projects for classes like history and science.

8. Q: What subjects are part of your curriculum?
   A: My curriculum includes subjects like literature and physics.

9. Q: What are you learning in your elective courses?
   A: I’m learning creative skills in classes like painting and photography.

10. Q: What classes is she interested in taking next semester?
    A: She’s interested in taking classes like psychology and sociology.

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Conversation:

Maria: What classes are you taking this semester?
John: I’m taking classes like math, physics, and computer science. What about you?
Maria: I’m studying art and literature. I wanted to take a break from science subjects.
John: That sounds interesting. Are you enjoying those classes?
Maria: Yeah, I love them! I get to be creative, especially in my painting class.
John: I wish I had more time for electives like that. I’m so focused on my major right now.
Maria: Well, at least you’re learning something you’re passionate about!

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Reading:

"Balancing Different Classes"

This semester, Sarah has a mix of challenging and exciting classes. She’s taking subjects like chemistry, history, and French. Chemistry is part of her major, so she spends a lot of time in the lab. It’s a difficult subject, but she finds it rewarding when she understands the complex concepts. History, on the other hand, is an elective for her, and she enjoys learning about ancient civilizations.

She’s also enrolled in a French language course. At first, she found it hard to keep up, but now she’s getting better at speaking and understanding French. She likes having a balance of subjects, with some being more practical and others creative. By taking different classes, Sarah feels like she’s growing in various areas, both academically and personally.

Sarah believes that mixing different subjects like these has helped her stay engaged in her studies. While she’s passionate about her major, she also enjoys learning new things outside of her primary focus. Next semester, she plans to take classes like philosophy and economics to explore new fields and interests.