Description
A B1-level Business English presentation on applying for jobs, perfect for learners preparing to enter the workplace or job-hunting internationally.
Students are introduced to the concept of ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), explore why so many CVs are rejected, and learn practical strategies to make their applications stronger. The lesson begins with authentic infographics, followed by a simplified reading adapted from Novorésumé’s article on beating ATS filters (10 Expert Tips to Beat Any Applicant Tracking System in 2025). Learners practise identifying key vocabulary, check understanding through gist and detail tasks, and take part in structured discussions on fairness in recruitment and the role of AI. Visual, clear, and engaging, this presentation supports teachers in delivering a step-by-step session that blends language skills with practical career preparation.
Warmer: Infographic Reaction
Start with two infographics about ATS (how many companies use it, and how many CVs are rejected). Students answer three simple questions: What is ATS? What do the numbers mean? How does it make you feel about applying for a job? This stage is quick but powerful, and most importantly, it raises awareness and sparks discussion on the reality of job applications today.
Reading for Gist: Nine Ways to Beat the ATS
Students read a simplified version of the article 10 Expert Tips to Beat Any Applicant Tracking System in 2025, adapted to B1 level. Their task is to match the headings to the tips mentioned in the article. Tips include using the right CV format, simple layout, keywords from the job ad, proofreading, and sending the file in the correct format.
Vocabulary: Key Job Application Terms
Next, students focus on six essential words: ATS, keywords, layout, proofread, tailor, and template. They work with B1-friendly definitions and examples, helping them build vocabulary that’s practical and useful.
Reading for Detail: Checking Understanding with Detail Questions
Finish the reading stage of the class by answering challenging comprehension questions about the adapted article. Students choose between two possible answers for each question, which makes them focus on the precise meaning of the text and think critically about the advice given. This step helps consolidate their understanding of the CV tips.
Post-Reading Discussion: Which Tips Matter Most?
Sudents move into a guided discussion that makes the lesson personal and reflective. First, they choose the two (or more) CV tips they find most useful and explain why, encouraging them to connect the reading with their own career goals. Then, they debate whether it’s fair for computers (ATS) to decide which CVs go forward, a question that often sparks strong opinions.
Analysis: Model CV
Before writing their own, students look at a professional CV sample. Their task is to connect the tips they read about to what they see in the CV. For example, reverse chronological format, clear layout, and correct job titles. Students choose a job they would like to apply for (real or imagined) and draft their own CV, following the ATS-friendly rules. Eventually, they swap their CVs with a partner. They underline keywords, check if the main sections are included, and give feedback on how ATS-friendly the CV looks.
Group Discussion: AI vs. Human Contact
The lesson finishes with a big-picture question: Will computers and AI eventually decide who gets jobs, or will human contact always remain essential? This discussion invites students to think critically about the future of work while practising speculation
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