ONLINE SESSIONS_MARCH 2020

ONLINE SESSIONS

We are going through a difficult/tough/critical/alarming situation because of the coronavirus crisis.

We are learning about social distancing and essential and non-essential workers and services.

We all know that we are in this together and everything will be all right.

Now let me move on to Technology:

      Technology has come to stay, hasn´t it?

      Technology makes the world go round.

      It makes our lives much easier, doesn´t it?

      We all depend on technology too much, don´t we?  

      Social media can help you build connections, strengthen relationships,

allow you to speak freely, seek help and help you feel less alone.

Do you agree with this statement?

      Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat give us a wonderful opportunity to share real experiences with friends, family and followers. Do you really think that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

 

      Facebook is destroying its reputation, especially when it comes to information security.

Do you agree with this statement?

      Have you ever stopped to consider how harmful technology is? Does it have a positive or a negative impact on our lives?

      Technology can be stressful.

People often feel that they can't imagine life without their tech devices,research and surveys have found  that technology use can also contribute to stress. 

      Even when you are at home or on holiday, it can be hard to resist the temptation

to check your email, respond to a text from a colleague, or check in on your social

media accounts. 

      Doing a digital detox may help you establish a healthier, less stressful work-life balance.

      As the saying goes, 

 “Comparison really can be the thief of joy”.

 

Detoxing from your social connections can be a good way to focus on what’s important in your own life without comparing yourself to others. 

 

Signs You Might Need a Digital Detox

• You feel anxious or stressed out if you can't find your phone
• You feel that you have to check your phone every few minutes
• You feel depressed, anxious, or angry after spending time on social media
• You are concerned about the like, comment, on your social posts
• You’re afraid that you'll miss something if you don't keep checking your device
• You often find yourself staying up late or getting up early to play on your phone
• You have trouble concentrating on=

         you have problems concentrating on=

         

         you find it hard to concentrate on

         one thing without having to check your phone

      To what extent is technology changing our lives?

      Are you glued to your screens? Do you think you have a problem with your own screen time?

      Are you concerned about the amount of time your children spend in front of screens?

      Do they check messages or notifications as soon as they wake up?

      Do you believe in the addictive power of technology? Can it lead to an addiction?

      Have you ever considered giving up using =taking a break from your social media accounts for a short period of time?

      Thanks to technology, workers are more productive and efficient.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?

      What are the effects of technology on your relationships?

      When was the last time you had an argument with a person because of technology? Talk about that particular annoying situation.

ONLINE SESSION 1

Words and phrases you used in your first online session.

v  COMPARATIVE SENTENCES: EASIER, FASTER, MORE CONVENIENT, MORE USEFUL…

v  ON the Internet/ON Facebook…

v  For instance, For example, Such as, Like

v  OPINION: In my view, From my point of view, If you ask me, it seems to me that…, Personally,

To my way of thinking, To my mind, All things considered

v  Convenient=practical=useful=handy

v  Nowadays, These days, Today

v  On a daily/weekly/monthly basis

v  I agree/I disagree  (REMEMBER: DON’T SAY:  I am agree/ Are you agree?)x

v  Important, essential, key, crucial, significant

v  Social media help me escape from my problems

v  Whatever you want, wherever you go, whenever you like

v  I get the chance to carry out a wide range of tasks.

v  Basically, Generally speaking, In general terms

v  A reliable or an unreliable source of information, a reputable media source,

v  Despite, Although, Even though, However, On the other hand.

v  Unlike…

v  Contrary to popular belief,…

v  Dangerous, harmful, risky

v  This is a must-have smartphone. It’s an impressive model.

v  Undoubtedly, Without a doubt, There’s no doubt…

v  I try to get the most out of my Twitter account/smartphone…

Let me help you get the most out of your device.

Practise pronouncing the words below:

ADVANTAGES    DISADVANTAGES

DANGER DANGEROUS DANGEROUSLY

IDENTITY

KEEP IN TOUCH

MACHINE

AVAILABLE

PUBLIC    PRIVATE    PRIVACY

CURRENTLY

VIRUS

CULTURE   ADVENTURE  FURNITURE  FUTURE

SOCIETY

RELATIONSHIPS

FRIEND   FRIENDLY  FRIENDSHIP

COURSE /kɔːs/(This is a key word in Unit 7)

 (A DEGREE COURSE IN…) (TO DO/TAKE A COURSE IN…)

This school offers a wide range of Online Information Technology (IT) Courses.

I have to stay connected with the latest IT courses these days.

Course is never followed by ‘of’. Don’t say ‘a course of Business Studies’.

Say ‘a course in Business Studies’.

I hope you find it useful for your progress.

Keep it up!