Silicon Valley: Where Big ideas Begin - C1 English lesson
Take your C1 students on a journey to the heart of innovation!
Silicon Valley: Where Big Ideas Begin is a ready-to-use C1 English lesson resource for teens and adults, combining language learning with technology, entrepreneurship, travel and real-world culture.
Students join Teacher Anna, her husband Marijan and their curious dog Sherlock as they explore Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Their journey takes them from the legendary HP Garage and the Computer History Museum to a modern tech start-up run by Anna’s former student, Marco. Along the way, they discover how technology has evolved, explore the world of start-ups and innovation, and experience some memorable moments in San Francisco.
The resource introduces students to challenging C1 vocabulary and useful idiomatic expressions in meaningful contexts while encouraging them to discuss technology, entrepreneurship, innovation and their own ideas.
The resource includes:
- engaging reading texts with C1-level vocabulary
- warm-up and discussion questions
- vocabulary activities
- comprehension exercises
- idioms connected with technology and innovation
- fascinating facts about Silicon Valley
- speaking and critical-thinking activities
- a story-based approach that keeps students interested
- Student and Teacher versions with answer keys
Perfect for:
C1 English learners • older teens and adults • EFL/ESL classes • conversation lessons • technology and entrepreneurship topics • cultural lessons • independent learning
No prep required – simply download, print or display and teach.
Turn a C1 English lesson into a journey through one of the most influential technology hubs in the world – with plenty of language, discussion and a little Sherlock humour along the way.