Friday, 22 March 2024

8.1.- Communications Vocabulary and Reading and Use of English Part 5

 


Say an example of communication media from the list below you use and when or why.


Collaborative Exercise 1 on page 64

Video conferencing and social networking are compound nouns



Collaborative Exercise 2 on page 64 about Matching the words to form the Compound Nouns of Communication Media


Collaborative Exercise 2 Part 2 on page 64 about Classifying the Compound Nouns of Communication Media


Individual Reading Exam Task on page 65

Class discussion about whether the internet has brought us together or driven us apart.

Here are some discussion points for your students about whether the internet has brought us together or driven us apart:

Bringing Us Together:

  1. Global Connectivity – The internet allows instant communication with people worldwide. Has it made the world more connected?
  2. Social Media and Relationships – Does social media help maintain long-distance relationships and friendships?
  3. Access to Information – Has the internet helped people become more informed and understanding of different cultures?
  4. Online Communities – Do online forums and groups help people find like-minded individuals and feel less isolated?
  5. Educational Opportunities – Has online learning helped bridge gaps in education and provided access to knowledge for more people?

Driving Us Apart:

  1. Superficial Interactions – Do online relationships lack the depth of real-life connections?
  2. Echo Chambers – Has the internet reinforced divisions by creating isolated bubbles of similar opinions?
  3. Cyberbullying and Hate Speech – Has online anonymity led to more negative and harmful interactions?
  4. Reduced Face-to-Face Interaction – Are people spending more time online than engaging in real-life social interactions?
  5. Misinformation and Polarization – Has the spread of fake news and divisive content worsened societal divisions?

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