Laughter & Apology - Video Shorts

The ability to apologise and ask for forgiveness is something that many people, even as adults, struggle with. Developing this ability can have a powerfully positive impact on our relationships with others.
This lesson starts with a discussion of humour and moves on to help students structure an apology by using a short humorous video.

Aims:

• To develop students’ ability to structure an apology and ask for forgiveness.
• To develop students’ ability to talk about happiness and laughter.

Level:

• Can be used at any level from intermediate (B1+)

Materials:

• Teachers' Guide (PDF)
• Digital presentation: Example copy
• Video: https://youtu.be/iTWuZav-elY
• Text - Types of humour: http://bit.ly/2LCNUP6
• Text - Apologising: http://bit.ly/2Lx3E6x
• Reflection task: http://bit.ly/3bPs7yq