B1 Lesson 22: Future continuous + Technology2

WARM UP

Think about science, technology, and the future.

• What important inventions have changed people's lives?
• Do you think we will still use the same types of fuel in the future?
• How often do you use social networking platforms?
• What do satellites help us do every day?
• What kinds of experiments would you like to conduct if you were a scientist?

Answer in full sentences.

VOCABULARY – SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

• experiments – experimentos
Example: Scientists conduct experiments to test new ideas.

• fuel – combustible
Example: Cars need fuel to operate.

• invention – invento
Example: The smartphone is an important invention.

• plug in power – conectar a la corriente
Example: Don't forget to plug in power before using the device.

• pump – bomba
Example: The water pump moves water through the system.

• satellite – satélite
Example: A satellite sends information around the world.

• social networking – redes sociales
Example: Many businesses use social networking to communicate with customers.

Say each word out loud.
Think about how these technologies affect your daily life.

GRAMMAR – FUTURE CONTINUOUS

We use the future continuous to talk about:

• Actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future.
• Future activities that are expected to happen.
• Predicting what someone will be doing.

Structure

• Subject + will be + verb + -ing

Examples

• I will be working tomorrow morning.
• They will be travelling next week.
• Scientists will be conducting experiments next year.
• We will be using new technology in the future.

Negative Form

• Subject + won't be + verb + -ing

Examples

• I won't be driving tomorrow.
• They won't be using fuel from fossil sources.
• Scientists won't be conducting those experiments anymore.

Question Form

• Will + subject + be + verb + -ing?

Examples

• Will you be working this evening?
• Will people be using social networking in the same way in 20 years?
• Will engineers be developing new inventions next year?

More Examples

• Scientists will be carrying out experiments to improve renewable energy.
• Engineers will be designing the next major invention.
• People will be using social networking in new ways.
• More homes will be plugging in power from renewable sources.
• Advanced satellites will be monitoring climate change.
• New systems will be pumping water more efficiently.

DIALOGUE – LIFE IN 2050

Anna: What do you think people will be doing in 2050?

Mark: I think they will be using cleaner fuel sources.

Anna: What about communication?

Mark: People will be interacting through advanced social networking platforms.

Anna: Will scientists still be working on new technology?

Mark: Of course. They will be conducting experiments and creating new inventions.

Anna: And what will satellites be doing?

Mark: They will be collecting and sharing information all the time.

Read again and practise.

SHORT ARTICLE

Technology is advancing rapidly, and many experts believe that our lives will look very different in the future. In the coming decades, scientists will be conducting experiments to develop cleaner forms of fuel and more sustainable energy systems. Engineers will be creating inventions that improve transportation, communication, and healthcare. Many households will be plugging in power from renewable energy sources instead of relying on traditional systems. At the same time, advanced satellites will be monitoring weather patterns and helping people communicate around the world. Businesses will be using social networking in increasingly sophisticated ways to connect with customers. By the middle of the century, technology will be transforming many aspects of daily life.

Read the article twice. Focus on the future continuous forms.

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

Future continuous

• I will be working.
• She will be studying.
• They will be travelling.

Technology expressions

• conduct experiments
• create an invention
• use cleaner fuel
• plug in power sources
• launch a satellite
• use social networking platforms

Full sentence model

• In the future, scientists will be conducting experiments to develop cleaner fuel and more efficient technology.

PERSONAL QUESTIONS

Answer in full sentences.

• What will you be doing this time tomorrow?
• What technologies will people be using in 20 years?
• Do you think scientists will be conducting experiments on Mars one day?
• What new inventions will engineers be creating in the future?
• How will people be using social networking differently in ten years?
• What kinds of fuel will vehicles be using in the future?
• How will satellites be helping society in the future?
• What will you be studying or learning next year?
• Which technologies won't people be using anymore in the future?
• What do you think your life will be looking like in ten years?

HOMEWORK (WRITE & RECORD)

Writing

Write 8 sentences using the future continuous.

• Use will be + verb-ing in every sentence.
• Include at least 6 vocabulary words from the lesson.
• Write 2 negative sentences using won't be + verb-ing.

Recording

Read your sentences aloud clearly.

Focus on the pronunciation and rhythm of the future continuous, especially:

• will be conducting
• will be creating
• will be using
• will be monitoring.