Class one
“Can technology solve our big problems?” Today we will learn new advanced vocabulary and their synonyms, watch a video and have a chance to discuss whether the technology has developed in the right direction.
We will kick off by brainstorming about big inventions of the 21st century. Next we are going to acquire some tough vocabulary from the video we will watch later on and learn new synonyms. The first exercise is an odd-word-out type of activity and then students will have to use groups of synonyms to fill in the gaps. Later, we will watch the video and check our answers in the previous task. We will finish with a group discussion about various topics, for example: why we haven’t landed on Mars yet, what big challenges technology can help us overcome or what direction the technological development is taking?
Homework:
An electronics company has invited customers to write a review about their favourite electronic gadget. Write a review about an electronic gadget that you couldn’t live without.
Your review should outline the gadget’s capabilities and what you use it for. You should also comment on the extent to which the gadget meets your needs.
Write your review in 220-260 words.
Class two
Hands up who has been watching too much Netflix this quarantine? (Ben raises his hand slowly…)
Today we are talking about binge-watching. We will begin with a short questionnaire and discussion about TV habits. Next there is a video we will watch about binge watching and whether it can actually be good for us. Based on this we will study some new vocabulary and then work in small groups to discuss some debate topics. All materials will come from the following worksheet, though we won’t complete every activity.
Homework:
Reasons why online streaming services have become so popular:
- the opportunity it offers to watch TV series on demand.
- the ease with which we can find new shows based on preference algorithms.
- its use as a form of procrastination.
Write an essay discussing TWO of the reasons given for the popularity of online streaming services. You should explain which reason is most important, giving reasons in support of your answer. (220-260 words)
