Objective: Students will develop their English language skills through a project-based approach by role-playing as various HR professionals working for HR200 and interacting with high-profile clients.
Elementary-level students will be introduced to Business English vocabulary through videos like this one.
https://youtu.be/b43HGR5iLTo?si=JcnKW6Gz4uhy85ly&t=30
What you will need:
- Computers with internet access
- Multiscreen education system
- Handouts with role descriptions and client profiles
- Access to HR200.com (mock-up or real)
Lesson Duration: 5 sessions (1.5 hours each)
Session 1: Introduction to HR200
- Introduction (30 mins):
- Explain the project and its objectives.
- Introduce the story of Alex Morgan and HR200.
- Present the website sections and how they will be used throughout the project.
- Role Assignment (30 mins):
- Assign each student a role (e.g., talent scout, HR consultant, recruitment specialist).
- Provide handouts with detailed role descriptions and responsibilities.
- Q&A and Discussion (30 mins):
- Discuss the different roles and their importance in HR.
- Answer any questions and clarify the project goals.
Session 2: Exploring HR Services
- Client Profiles (30 mins):
- Present detailed profiles of HR200’s clients (Duolingo, FC Barcelona, etc.).
- Discuss the specific HR needs and challenges of each client.
- Interactive Activity (30 mins):
- Role-play scenarios where students interact with clients based on their roles.
- Practice drafting emails or proposals to address client needs.
- Group Discussion (30 mins):
- Discuss the outcomes of the role-play and share feedback.
Session 3: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
- Workshop (30 mins):
- Focus on talent acquisition strategies and recruitment processes.
- Discuss best practices and key considerations.
- Hands-On Activity (30 mins):
- Students create a recruitment plan for a specific client.
- Role-play a recruitment meeting or interview.
- Debrief (30 mins):
- Share and discuss the recruitment plans.
- Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Session 4: Employee Development and Consulting
- Employee Development (30 mins):
- Explore strategies for employee development and performance management.
- Discuss the role of HR in fostering a productive work environment.
- Consulting Case Study (30 mins):
- Present a case study of an HR challenge faced by one of HR200’s clients.
- Students work in groups to develop consulting solutions.
- Presentation (30 mins):
- Groups present their solutions and receive feedback.
Session 5: Project Wrap-Up and Reflection
- Final Presentation (45 mins):
- Each student or group presents their overall experience and key takeaways from the project.
- Discuss how the project enhanced their English language skills and HR knowledge.
- Reflection and Feedback (30 mins):
- Students reflect on their learning journey and provide feedback on the project.
- Discuss how the project can be improved in the future.
Assessment: Students will be assessed based on their participation, role-play performance, presentation skills, and ability to effectively communicate HR concepts in English.
Conclusion:
The HR200.com project is designed to immerse students in real-world HR scenarios while developing their English language skills. Through engaging activities and role-playing, students will gain practical experience and enhance their understanding of human resources. Join Alex Morgan and the HR200 team to transform your English learning experience!