Part of the reason Netflix got more customers was because it started charging extra if many people used the same account. They also made a cheaper plan that shows ads, which helped get more new customers. But some people are wondering if Netflix can keep growing like this. Netflix thinks it can because it has a lot of popular shows and might get more in the future.
Even though some people are unsure if Netflix can get more customers, the company is making more money than before. They made $8.5 billion, which is 7.8% more than the same time last year, and their profit was $1.67 billion. Netflix wants more people to use the plan that shows ads because it can make them a lot of money. This is one reason why they are making the basic plan more expensive, and prices might go up even more in the future.
Original news source: Netflix raises prices despite password crackdown success (BBC)
π Vocabulary:
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Warm-up Activities:
– News Summary
Instructions: Divide the class into pairs or small groups. Give each group a summary of the article and ask them to read it together. Then, have them work together to write a short news summary of the article, highlighting the key points. Afterward, each group can share their summary with the class and discuss any differences between their summaries.
– Word Association
Instructions: Write the word "Netflix" on the board and ask students to brainstorm as many words or phrases related to Netflix as they can in one minute. Then, go around the class and have each student share one word or phrase they came up with. Encourage them to think creatively and make connections between different words.
– Sketch It
Instructions: Divide the class into pairs. Give each pair a piece of paper and ask them to work together to draw a visual representation of the article. They can use symbols, pictures, or any other creative elements to depict the key points of the article. Afterward, have each pair present their drawing to the class and explain their interpretation.
– Vocabulary Pictionary
Instructions: Write a list of vocabulary words from the article on the board (e.g., Netflix, price, plan, customers, ads, profit). Divide the class into teams and give each team a whiteboard or a piece of paper. One student from each team will come to the front of the class and you will show them a vocabulary word. They have to draw a picture to represent that word, and their team members have to guess the word based on the drawing. The team with the most correct guesses wins.
– Think-Pair-Share
Instructions: Ask the students to take a few minutes to think about the following question: "Do you think Netflix's price increase will affect its popularity?" Then, have them pair up with a partner and share their thoughts. Afterward, open up a class discussion and ask for volunteers to share their opinions. Encourage students to explain their reasoning and engage in a respectful debate.
π€ Comprehension Questions:
The basic Netflix plan in the UK now costs Β£7.99 per month.
Netflix gained more customers because they started charging extra if many people used the same account and they made a cheaper plan that shows ads.
Netflix started charging extra for multiple users and introduced a cheaper plan with ads to attract more new customers.
Yes, some people are unsure if Netflix can get more customers.
Netflix made $8.5 billion last year.
Netflix wants more people to use the plan that shows ads because it can make them a lot of money.
The article suggests that Netflix might make the basic plan more expensive in the future.
π§βοΈ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:
Netflix is raising the of some of its plans. In the UK, the basic service will now cost Β£7.99 per , up by Β£1. The expensive plan will now cost Β£17.99 per month, up by Β£2. This is happening after Netflix gained a lot of new customers and is feeling more confident. Part of the reason Netflix got more customers was because it started charging extra if many people the account. They also made a cheaper plan that shows ads, which helped get more new customers. But some people are if Netflix can keep growing like this. Netflix it can because it has a lot of popular and might get more in the future. Even though some people are unsure if Netflix can get more customers, the company is more money than before. They made $8.5 billion, which is 7.8% more than the same time last year, and their profit was $1.67 billion. wants more people to use the plan that shows ads because it can make them a lot of money. This is one reason why they are making the basic plan more expensive, and might go up even more in the .
π¬ Discussion Questions:
1. What is Netflix?
2. How would you feel if Netflix raised the price of their plans?
3. Do you like watching shows on Netflix? Why or why not?
4. Do you think Netflix can keep getting more customers? Why or why not?
5. What do you think about Netflix charging extra if many people use the same account?
6. How do you feel about Netflix making a cheaper plan that shows ads?
7. Why do you think Netflix wants more people to use the plan that shows ads?
8. How much money did Netflix make last year?
9. Do you think Netflix making the basic plan more expensive is a good idea? Why or why not?
10. How do you think Netflix can make more money in the future?
11. What other popular shows would you like to see on Netflix?
12. Would you recommend Netflix to your friends? Why or why not?
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