8A Giving Opinion, Agreeing and Disagreeing

Are we losing the art of conversation?

Do you agree?
What do you think?

Open Ended

"Do you agree or disagree with the question 'Are we losing the art of conversation?' Why?"

Disagree

1. "Yes, I believe we are losing the art of conversation because people spend more time on their phones and less time talking face-to-face."

2. "I agree because social media and texting have made it easier for us to communicate without actually having a real conversation."

3. "Absolutely, many people now prefer to send quick messages instead of having deep, meaningful discussions."

4. "I think so. Nowadays, even when people are together, they are often distracted by their devices and not fully engaging in conversations."

5. "Yes, it seems like people have forgotten how to listen actively and respond thoughtfully because they are so used to short, digital interactions."

6. Definitely."The rise of digital communication tools has led to a decline in our conversational skills, as people are more comfortable interacting through screens than in person."

Agree

"Are we losing the art of conversation?"

1. "No, I don't think we are losing the art of conversation. We just communicate differently now, using technology to stay connected with more people."

2. "I disagree. While we might use our phones a lot, we still have meaningful conversations in person when it matters."

3. "Not really. Even though we use social media a lot, it has also created new ways for us to start conversations and stay in touch with friends and family."

4. "I don't think so. We still have plenty of opportunities to talk with others in school, at home, and during activities."

5. "No, I believe the art of conversation is evolving rather than being lost. People are finding new and creative ways to communicate and share ideas."

Open Ended

"What is your opinion on this question: 'Robots: friend or foe? Why?'"

1. In my opinion, robots are friends. "They can help us with difficult tasks and make our lives easier, like doing household chores or helping in surgeries."

2. I believe robots are friends. "They are useful in dangerous situations, like exploring space or handling hazardous materials, which keeps humans safe."

3. To me, robots are definitely friends."They can be programmed to assist in education, helping students learn and providing personalized tutoring."

4. I think robots are friends. "They can assist elderly people by providing companionship and helping with daily activities, improving their quality of life."

5. From my perspective, robots are friends. "They can be used in customer service to provide quick and efficient assistance, making our experiences smoother."

'Robots: friend or foe? Why?'"

1. "No, I don't think we are losing the art of conversation. We just communicate differently now, using technology to stay connected with more people."

2. "I disagree. While we might use our phones a lot, we still have meaningful conversations in person when it matters."

3. "Not really. Even though we use social media a lot, it has also created new ways for us to start conversations and stay in touch with friends and family."

4. "I don't think so. We still have plenty of opportunities to talk with others in school, at home, and during activities."

5. "No, I believe the art of conversation is evolving rather than being lost. People are finding new and creative ways to communicate and share ideas."

Choose the correct definition of each word in CAPITALS. Look at the word in context to help you.

Multiple Choice

Parents message at the dinner table or use social media during the SCHOOL RUN.

• driving children to school

• children running in a race at school

• children taking part in a school competition

Multiple Choice

It’s as if we can’t bear to miss out on what our online BUDDIES are up to …

• celebrities

• friends

• enemies

• opponents

Multiple Choice

… so we JUGGLE the real and online world.

• an action intended to deceive someone

• ignore

• improve

• do several things at once

Multiple Choice

The speaker made a VALID point.

• interesting

• difficult to disagree with

• complicated and contradictory

• unreasonable

Multiple Choice

Parents post on social media while cooking dinner or waiting at a RED LIGHT.

• traffic light

• street light

• zebra crossing

• s

Multiple Choice

I don’t think addiction to social media is such an ISSUE for my generation.

• connection

• expression

• problem

Multiple Choice

We send tiny SNIPPETS of conversation or emoticons to each other when texting.

• big pieces

• small pieces

• insults, rude words

• whole

• entirety

Multiple Choice

This superficial conversation is replacing IN-DEPTH face-to-face interaction.

• never-ending

• superficial

• deep and detailed

• concise

• brief

"Choose the correct definition for each word."

Multiple Choice

a robot

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• an aircraft without a pilot which is controlled by a human on the ground

• mathematical instructions which help a computer calculate an answer to a problem

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

an algorithm

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• an aircraft without a pilot which is controlled by a human on the ground

• mathematical instructions which help a computer calculate an answer to a problem

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

artificial intelligence (AI)

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• an aircraft without a pilot which is controlled by a human on the ground

• mathematical instructions which help a computer calculate an answer to a problem

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

a drone

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• an aircraft without a pilot which is controlled by a human on the ground

• mathematical instructions which help a computer calculate an answer to a problem

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

a foe

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• independent, with the power to make your own decisions

• independent, with the power to make your own decisions

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

autonomous

• an enemy

• a computer-controlled machine which can perform jobs without human input. It may have a human-like body

• an aircraft without a pilot which is controlled by a human on the ground

• independent, with the power to make your own decisions

• the field of science concerned with producing machines with qualities of the human mind, e.g. the ability to understand language

Multiple Choice

to develop

• to grow or improve, or to make something grow or improve

• to develop gradually (especially for a biological species)

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to start doing something someone else was doing

Multiple Choice

to supersede

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to go beyond

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to start doing something someone else was doing

Multiple Choice

to take off

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to go beyond

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to start doing something someone else was doing

Multiple Choice

to take over (from someone)

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to grow or improve, or to make something grow or improve

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to start doing something someone else was doing

Multiple Choice

to surpass

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to grow or improve, or to make something grow or improve

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to go beyond

Multiple Choice

to evolve

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to grow or improve, or to make something grow or improve

• to replace something older or less advanced

• to suddenly start to be successful

• to develop gradually (especially for a biological species)

Open Ended

"What do you believe are the most significant changes in how you communicate using technology, and why?"

Open Ended

"Do you prefer to communicate face-to-face or online? Why?

Open Ended

"Do you prefer to communicate face-to-face or online? Why?

Open Ended

"Do you agree or disagree with the statement 'I prefer to communicate with my parents via cellphone'? Why?"

Open Ended

"What kind of robot do you want that will make your life easier?" Why?

Open Ended

"Create one question for your friend related to communication or technology."

Draw

Draw your own robot

Draw

Draw your current feelings