San Amador, Patron Saint of Martos
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Duration
Target Group
Expected Learning Outcomes
Aim: To develop reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills in English through the exploration of a local tradition.
Objectives:
● To understand and summarize the story of San Amador.
● To learn and use new vocabulary related to traditions and celebrations.
● To compare local traditions with celebrations from other cultures.
● To practice interactive skills (asking questions, role-playing, interviewing).
● To produce short written texts describing cultural events.
Student knowledge
● Local students (from Martos): already know about San Amador, the procession, and the church. They can provide personal experiences and cultural insights.
● International/foreign students: may have no prior knowledge. They bring fresh perspectives and can compare with traditions from their own countries.
Classroom Organisation
Whole-class reading and explanation (teacher-led).
Pair and group work for role-play and survey activities.
Students need space to move around for the survey.
Whiteboard / projector for key vocabulary and instructions.
Worksheets printed for each student.
Software & Hardware
Not strictly required.
Optional: digital presentation (slides) or online collaborative tools (Padlet, Google Docs) for writing task sharing.
Description
1. Pre-reading (10 min): Teacher introduces San Amador and the importance of traditions. Students read the text aloud. Clarify difficult vocabulary.
2. Comprehension check (10 min): True/False + short questions. Local students may expand with personal knowledge.
3. Vocabulary focus (5 min): Matching activity with key words. Local students give real-life examples, others connect to their own culture.
4. Class survey (10 min): Students walk around asking about San Amador or other celebrations. Compare results at the end.
5. Role-play (15 min): In pairs, one plays tourist, the other local guide. They switch roles.
6. Writing task (10 min): Students write a short blog-style text: locals about their own experience; foreign students as if visiting Martos.
Additional Information
- Individualised support for students with special educational needs;
- Valuing students’effort and creativity over technical perfection.
