What is this lesson about?

This advanced biohacking ESL lesson plan explores the ethics of longevity, human progress, and the risks of pushing scientific boundaries. Using a thought-provoking reading text, students encounter high-level vocabulary (e.g. immortality, ethical dilemma, resource strain, deepening divides) and practise debating whether humans should extend their lifespans.

How do students learn the new language?

Learners build confidence with a structured, discussion-first sequence:

• Warm-up discussion questions with a real quote on bioethics.

• Target vocabulary with matching and gap-fill exercises.

• Advanced debate expressions to hedge, challenge, and speculate.

• Structured debate rounds with teacher prompts and roleplay.

• Reflection and an optional opinion blog task to consolidate ideas.

  
  

Why is this lesson useful?

By the end, students can:

• Debate biohacking, life extension, and fairness with precision.

• Use hedging, speculation, and persuasive language in complex discussions.

• Weigh ethical, philosophical, and societal perspectives in English.

• Build fluency in nuanced, real-world debates beyond everyday topics.

  
  

What makes this lesson special?

This biohacking ESL lesson plan is designed for advanced communicative practice. It combines authentic ethical dilemmas with clear debate tools, encouraging students to express abstract ideas in natural English. Ideal for online or in-person teaching, it helps learners sharpen critical thinking while staying engaged with a cutting-edge theme.

Who is it for?

Perfect for adult learners at C1–C2 who want to strengthen fluency in debate, ethics, and advanced vocabulary. Suitable for teachers who want meaningful, high-level lessons that merge wellbeing, science, and real-world communication.