Module 3 Unit 3.1 Lesson 2 Presentation Introductions and Signposting

Verna May 20, 2026

 LESSON 2 (50 Minutes)

Presentation Introductions and Signposting

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to:

  • begin presentations professionally

  • introduce topics clearly
  • use signposting language
  • guide audiences through presentations

Vocabulary Focus

Word

Meaning

outline

overview

topic

subject

transition

movement between ideas

structure

organization

hook

attention-grabber

Target Expressions

Opening a Presentation

  • Thank you for attending today.
  • The topic of my presentation is…
  • I’d like to begin by…

Signposting

  • First…
  • Let’s move on to…
  • Now I’d like to discuss…
  • Finally…

Signposting helps audiences follow presentation ideas clearly. (CEFR Israel)

Grammar Focus

Sequencing Language

Examples:

  • First, I’ll discuss the problem.
  • Then, I’ll explain the solution.
  • Finally, I’ll summarize the key points.

Lesson Procedure

1. Warm-Up (5 Minutes)

Presentation Brainstorm

Teacher asks:

  • “What phrases do presenters use at the beginning?”

Students share ideas.

2. Presentation (10 Minutes)

Teacher Script

“Good presenters guide the audience through each section using signposting language.” (Scribd)

Board Examples

  • First…
  • Next…
  • Moving on to…
  • Finally…

3. Listening Practice (10 Minutes)

Teacher Reads Script

“Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for attending today. The topic of my presentation is workplace communication. First, I’ll explain common communication problems. Next, I’ll discuss possible solutions. Finally, I’ll summarize the main points.”

4. Comprehension Questions

  1. What is the topic?
  2. What will the speaker discuss first?
  3. What will happen at the end?

5. Pair Practice (10 Minutes)

Situation

“Students practice introducing a presentation.”

Practice Script

Student A:
“Good morning, everyone.”

Student B:
“Today we’d like to present our project.”

Student A:
“First, we’ll discuss the background.”

Student B:
“Next, we’ll explain our survey results.”

Student A:
“Finally, we’ll give our recommendations.”

6. Group Activity (10 Minutes)

Signposting Practice

Students receive mixed presentation sections and organize them logically.

They practice using:

  • first
  • next
  • after that
  • finally

7. Assessment (3 Minutes)

Students give a short presentation opening.

8. Homework (2 Minutes)

Write five signposting expressions.

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