Mastering Modal Verbs for College and Career Success

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Mastering Modal Verbs for College and Career Success

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to use modal verbs effectively in preparing for college/university and job applications and interviews.

What do you already know about using modal verbs in applications and interviews?

Introduction to Modal Verbs

Modal verbs like 'can', 'should', and 'must' express ability, obligation, and possibility.

Modal Verbs: 'Can' and 'Could'

'Can' shows ability or permission. 'Could' is its past form and more polite.

Using 'Should' for Advice

'Should' is used to give suggestions or advice.

Expressing Necessity with 'Must'

'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity.

Possibility with 'May' and 'Might'

'May' and 'might' express possibility.

Politeness with 'Would'

'Would' is used for polite requests.

Interactive Exercise: Identify the Modal

Identify the modal verbs in given sentences related to college applications.

Role Play: College Interview

Use modal verbs in a mock college interview.

Listening Activity: Job Interview

Listen to a job interview and note the modal verbs used.

Writing Task: Application Letter

Write a short application letter using modal verbs.

Peer Review: Application Letters

Review a partner's application letter and suggest improvements.

Common Mistakes with Modals

Identify and correct common errors in modal use.

Interactive Quiz: Modal Verbs

Complete a quiz on modal verbs used in applications.

Discuss: Experiences with Applications

Share your experiences using modal verbs in real applications.

Real-Life Application Scenarios

Discuss how modal verbs are used in real application scenarios.

Grammar Focus: Modals in Questions

How to form questions with modal verbs.

Modal Verbs Review

Summarize the key modal verbs and their uses.

Group Activity: Create a Dialogue

Create a dialogue about applying to college using modals.

Wrap-up and Reflection

Reflect on what you learned about modal verbs today.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.