Questions
1. Do you think it is necessary to control population? Why (Why not)?
2. How many children would you like to have if you were free to make the decision? Why?
3. What measures do you think should be taken to control China’s population?
IV. Write
Work out an outline own viewpoints. The outline should consist of major statements and supporting evidence and examples. Do not write down every word of your speech.
V. Speak
1. Speak according to your outline, or give spontaneous speeches when you disagree with your classmates or when you want to support your own group with similar opinions.
2. Language devices: You are expected to extend to extend your ability to agree to disagree with other people’s opinions and to ask them to explain their points of view.
That’s a good point
Absolutely right
I agree entirely
That’s how I see it
I’d go along with you there
I’m not sure you’re right there
I suppose you could say that, but...
Perhaps, but don’t you think that...
Mmm, I am not really sure you’re right.
All I am trying to say is that...
VI. Sum up
1. The whole class decide on the best prepared speech and the best spontaneous speech.
2. The whole class pick out the most convincing statements from the arguments and counter-arguments.
3. The teacher gives comments on student’s ideas and language.
1. Do you think it is necessary to control population? Why (Why not)?
2. How many children would you like to have if you were free to make the decision? Why?
3. What measures do you think should be taken to control China’s population?
IV. Write
Work out an outline own viewpoints. The outline should consist of major statements and supporting evidence and examples. Do not write down every word of your speech.
V. Speak
1. Speak according to your outline, or give spontaneous speeches when you disagree with your classmates or when you want to support your own group with similar opinions.
2. Language devices: You are expected to extend to extend your ability to agree to disagree with other people’s opinions and to ask them to explain their points of view.
That’s a good point
Absolutely right
I agree entirely
That’s how I see it
I’d go along with you there
I’m not sure you’re right there
I suppose you could say that, but...
Perhaps, but don’t you think that...
Mmm, I am not really sure you’re right.
All I am trying to say is that...
VI. Sum up
1. The whole class decide on the best prepared speech and the best spontaneous speech.
2. The whole class pick out the most convincing statements from the arguments and counter-arguments.
3. The teacher gives comments on student’s ideas and language.