Taylor Swift: pop stars and influence

A recent survey found that 18% of American voters said they were more likely to vote for a candidate supported by Swift. Alongside her sway on politics, Swift continues to have an impact on other global issues, including climate change, sport and the economy.

Use this one-hour Headline lesson to help your students:

• Explore the influence of celebrities on society
• Discuss the impact of Taylor Swift
• Debate the responsibility of influential celebrities

This lesson develops the following skill:

Speaking

Intermediate:
speaking engagingly