Y_CE_B-8-2

PART A_1
We will read aloud the words below. Please repeat after me. I will check your pronunciation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_2
derive
engage in ~
consolidation
excel
seem to ~
PART A_3
Now, let’s review some words from part A_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and expressions from part A_2.)
PART A_4
PART B_1
You will read aloud the passage below. I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART B_2
The leading theory of why we need sleep is that the brain demands it. The reason is derived from common sense: our heads feel clearer after a good sleep. However, the benefits of sleeping for our brains must be confirmed with data, and the answer may depend on what type of sleep it is.

Harvard researchers led by Robert Stickgold tested undergraduates through aptitude tests. The researchers allowed the students to take naps before testing them again. Results showed that those who engaged in rapid eye movement (REM) sleep performed better in pattern recognition tests, whereas those who slept deeply excelled at memorization. Other researchers discovered that a sleeping brain tried to commit long-term memory of what happened while the person was asleep. With this discovery, memory consolidation may be one function of sleep.

In sleep researcher Giulio Tononi’s study, it showed that our sleeping brains seem to eliminate redundant or unnecessary connections. So the purpose of sleep is to perhaps remember and retain important information or memories by removing those that are not.

PART B_3
Now, let’s review some words and sentences from part B_2.
(Please review the mispronounced words and sentences from part B_2.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
I will ask the following questions. Please answer based on the passage. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART B_6
1. How did Robert Stickgold and his researchers test undergraduates?
Answer:
2. Based on the result of Stickgold’s study, who performed better at memorization?
Answer:
3. What did other researchers discover?
Answer:
4. According to the article, what did Giulio Tononi’s study show?
Answer:
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
Please construct sentences using each word below.
PART C_2
engage in ~
excel
seem to ~
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your sentences.
(Please review your student’s sentences by sending them in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected sentences.)
PART C_4
PART D_1
Let’s study the example below. I will read the sample question, and you will read the sample answer.
PART D_2
Sample Question:
Studying English is important. Do you agree with that?
Sample Answer:
I agree. In my opinion, English is not only a school subject but a language that can be used for communication. To have a good future, we need to study English so we can have more opportunities to achieve success.
PART D_3
You will defend your opinion about the following topics. Your answer should have at least one reason.
Your answer should start with “I agree/ I disagree”.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART D_4
1. The images we see in our dreams have meanings that are related to reality. Do you agree with this?
Answer: I agree / I disagree
2. Lack of sleep can have an impact on one’s mental health. Do you agree with this?
Answer: I agree / I disagree
PART D_5
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART D_6
PART E_1
Now, please answer the following questions. Give at least one reason to support your opinion.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART E_2
1. What is the most memorable dream you have ever had? Please explain it.
Answer:
2. In order to get a good sleep, what is the best routine for you before going to bed? Please explain it.
Answer:
PART E_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART E_4