introduction to discussion

• Engels
• MBO
• Studiejaar 1

Introduction to discussion

Today 

You will learn how to have a discussion with the help of:

- techniques

- usefull phrases 

let's make a mind map

This will help organize our ideas

Statement:

"Money is more important than love"

Money or Love?

Favorite and least favorite

- Which subject did you like the most and which did you like the least? 

- Put them in order.

The subjects

A- biology

B- math

C- dutch

D- english

E- sports

let's compare pictures

- Think about their differences.

- Which one  do you prefer?

- What is positive and negative about them?

Useful phrases 

let's watch a video

Which phrase could you use to end the discussion?

1. furthermore
2. In conclusion

What can you say when someone is trying to interrupt you?

1. Please let me finish.
2. Don't get me wrong

How can you disagree with someone respectfully?

1. That's true, but...
2. Are you kidding me?

What does the expression "in a nutshell" mean?

1. In my opinion
2. In short

What does "Don't get me wrong" mean?

1. Don't misunderstand me.
2. I don't care if you understand me.

"You make a very good point, and I would also like to add..." means:

1. I don't agree with you and I have another comment.
2. I agree with you and I have another comment.

What does it mean to "sum up"?

1. to make calculations
2. to end the discussion

What is a polite way to enter the discussion?

1. May I say something?
2. Do I get a chance to speak?

Which of these expressions can be used to contradict someone?

1. However,...
2. On the other foot,...

How can you tell people what you think?

1. I believe...
2. I apologize...

Have a discussion in small groups

1. Use a Mindweb to organize your thoughts.

2. What is your favorite and least favorite thing about the subjects.

3. Compare the subjects like the pictures.

Discussion topics

- violence is sometimes necessary.

- English is easy to learn.

- Graffiti is art, not crime.

- Global warming is not real.

- Men and women can never be equal.

- The government should be stricter on immigration.

End of lesson 1