How to write Resolutions in English: Lesson Plan
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How to write Resolutions in English: Lesson Plan

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Objective:
Learn how to write resolutions using “I am going to” and “I will,” understand the difference between them, and practice writing your resolutions.

🎉 How to Write Resolutions That Stick (and Practice Your English at the Same Time!)

The start of a new year feels magical—a blank slate full of possibilities.

It’s the perfect time to set resolutions, especially if improving your English is one of your goals.

But how can you create and write effective resolutions?

And how can you use them to practice your English?

Let me guide you!

“I Am Going To” vs. “I Will”

When writing resolutions in English, you can use two common phrases: “I am going to” and “I will.” While they might seem similar, they have distinct meanings:

  • “I am going to”: This phrase is used for plans or actions you’re certain about.
    • Example: “I am going to practice English for 15 minutes daily.”
  • “I will”: Use this for promises, decisions made on the spot, or less certain plans.
    • Example: “I will try to watch English movies without subtitles.”

Examples of Resolutions

Using “I am going to”

  1. I am going to join an online English course.
  2. I am going to write a journal every evening.
  3. I am going to learn 10 new English words every week.
  4. I am going to participate in an English-speaking group.
  5. I am going to read one English book each month.

Using “I will”

  1. I will start using English at work.
  2. I will try to speak only English during my weekly study sessions.
  3. I will ask for feedback on my English writing.
  4. I will learn one idiom every day.
  5. I will focus on improving my pronunciation.

Now that you understand the difference between “I will” and “I am going to,” let’s explore some essential vocabulary to help you write clear and meaningful resolutions.

I created a vocabulary list to use when you are learning how to write resolutions in English:

Action Verbs for Resolutions

Achieve: “I want to achieve fluency this year.”

Improve: “I will improve my vocabulary by reading daily.”

Learn: “I plan to learn 10 new idioms each week.”

Practice: “I will practice speaking English every day.”

Commit: “I am committed to studying for 30 minutes daily.”

Focus: “I’ll focus on mastering grammar this month.”

Build: “I want to build my confidence in speaking.”

Set: “I will set weekly goals for my learning.”

Explore: “I plan to explore different learning methods.”

Organize: “I will organize my study materials better.”

Time-Related Words

Daily: “I will practice daily conversations.”

Weekly: “I’ll review my progress weekly.”

Monthly: “I’ll evaluate my learning monthly.”

Consistently: “I’ll consistently practice reading aloud.”

Short-term: “My short-term goal is to master basic grammar.”

Long-term: “My long-term goal is to pass the IELTS exam.”

Goals and Aspirations

Fluency: “I want to reach conversational fluency.”

Confidence: “I aim to build confidence in speaking.”

Accuracy: “I’ll work on improving grammatical accuracy.”

Comprehension: “I’ll focus on listening comprehension.”

Proficiency: “I want to reach advanced proficiency.”

Mastery: “My goal is to achieve mastery of English.”

Positive Adjectives for Motivation

Motivated: “I’m motivated to stay on track this year.”

Determined: “I’m determined to improve my writing skills.”

Dedicated: “I’ll stay dedicated to my learning plan.”

Focused: “I’ll remain focused on my daily practice.”

Consistent: “Consistency will be my key to success.”

Organized: “I’ll keep my study routine organized.”

Phrases for Writing Resolutions

“I will…”: “I will dedicate 15 minutes daily to speaking practice.”

“I plan to…”: “I plan to watch one English movie per week.”

“My goal is to…”: “My goal is to learn 300 new words by the end of the year.”

“I’m committed to…”: “I’m committed to improving my pronunciation.”

“This year, I want to…”: “This year, I want to pass my language test.”

“By [time frame], I will have…”: “By June, I will have improved my listening skills.”

These words and phrases can make your resolutions clear, actionable, and motivational!

3 Fun Ways to Practice Writing Resolutions

  1. Write Your Resolutions List
    Start by writing five resolutions: three using “I am going to” and two using “I will.” This helps you focus on a mix of plans and promises.
  2. Create a Resolution Bingo
    Make a Bingo sheet with different English-related resolutions. Choose the ones that excite you most and try to complete them throughout the year.
  3. Start a Resolution Journal
    Dedicate a section in your journal to your English resolutions. Update it weekly or monthly with your progress and reflections.

Discussion Starters to Keep You Motivated

  1. What’s one resolution you’ve always wanted to keep but found challenging?
  2. How do you reward yourself for achieving goals?
  3. Do you think “I am going to” or “I will” is more motivating? Why?
  4. How can resolutions improve your English learning journey?
  5. What’s one fun way to stay consistent with your goals?

Your Next Steps

Making resolutions is just the beginning. To truly succeed:

  • Revisit your resolutions regularly and track your progress.
  • Celebrate small wins along the way with meaningful rewards.
  • Surround yourself with a supportive community—join an English-learning group for motivation and practice (like my Facebook group!).

Join my weekly newsletter today and receive a free Language Learning Roadmap guide to help you take the right steps toward success!

Now it is time for practice. I created 3 exercises to help practice using “I am going to” and “I will”.

Don't forget to include the vocabulary we learned today!

How to Perform These Tasks for Better Results

  1. Complete Sentences Using Prompts

Read the prompt carefully and think about realistic goals you want to achieve.

Write your answers in a notebook or type them out.

Speak each sentence out loud to practice pronunciation and fluency.

  1. Write Personal Resolutions

Take a moment to reflect on what you want to accomplish.

Use “I am going to” for plans you’ve already decided on and “I will” for things you decide in the moment or promises.

Review your resolutions regularly to stay motivated and track your progress.

  1. Plan and Compare

Start by listing your fixed plans for the week using “I am going to” (e.g., “I am going to study English every morning”).

Throughout the day, add sentences with “I will” for actions or decisions made spontaneously (e.g., “I will watch an English video now”).

Compare both lists at the end of the week to see how you managed your goals and adapted to changes.

For the best results, focus on writing clearly, practicing daily, and speaking your sentences to improve confidence in using these structures.

1. Complete Sentences Using Prompts

Fill in the blanks with your own goals.

I am going to _______ every day to improve my English.

I will _______ by the end of the month.

I am going to practice _______ with my language partner.

I will learn _______ new words this week.

2. Write Personal Resolutions

Create 5 personal resolutions, using both structures.

  • Example:

I am going to watch English videos on YouTube daily.

I will practice speaking with a friend every weekend.

3. Plan and Compare

Write a short plan for the day or week using “I am going to” for fixed plans and “I will” for spontaneous decisions.

  • Example:

I am going to study grammar for 30 minutes after dinner.

I will try to finish reading one chapter of an English book if I have time.

Do these exercises help you understand the differences between “I am going to” (planned actions) and “I will” (spontaneous decisions or promises)?

 How did they help you, and what changes have you noticed in your understanding or usage?

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Now that you know how to write resolutions in English, it’s time to put that knowledge into practice! 

Take a moment to write your resolutions for the new year—be specific, clear, and realistic. 

The key to success is not just making resolutions it is more important to stick to them. 

Start today and take the first step toward achieving your goals! 🌟

Until next time,
Magdalena

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