Lesson overview:
This lesson is the first in a three-part renting series and helps students make sense of real rental ads before contacting an agent or booking a viewing. They decode common abbreviations, learn essential renting vocabulary, compare authentic listings, and identify hidden costs or missing information. The lesson builds practical confidence for navigating rental websites and making informed housing choices in English.
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- decode common abbreviations used in rental ads;
- identify key information about costs, contracts, and property features;
- compare properties and ask relevant questions before a viewing.
Lead-in:
Start with photos connected to renting and ask students what they have in common. Then show real rental ads and let students explore one in pairs. They discuss previous renting experiences, identify familiar language, and share what they normally do when an abbreviation or phrase in an ad is unclear.
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