General English(Expert)_Media Literacy

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

transmit	伝達する
literacy	能力、知識
penetration	普及率
vital	極めて重要な
bias	偏見、先入観

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 A_5

Please look at the picture in part A_2. Give a maximum of three things that you see in the picture.

(If your student is having a hard time to answer, please move to the next activity.)

PART A_6

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

Media refers to information-transmitting tools such as newspapers, television, and the internet. Media literacy is the ability to judge information critically, read the writer’s intent, and establish and express one’s own opinions. Despite the fact that the internet penetration rate (IPR) in major developed countries was about 31% in 2000, it had risen to around 84% by 2017. The importance of media literacy has increased with the spread of the internet.

People who have a low level of media literacy are more likely to trust false information such as fake news. This could lead to even more misinformation and trouble. Furthermore, because information includes the writer’s point of view, it is vital to separate facts from opinions and understand the main point of the information. If you need research, be aware that it is reliable. For example, you should check the source of the information and what the data is based on.

Keep in mind any opposing facts you’ve encountered in order to eliminate bias in the information. If used correctly, information can be beneficial, a valuable source of knowledge, and can broaden your perspectives.

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.	What is media literacy?
Answer:
2.	What percentage of the internet penetration rate in major developed countries in 2017 was?
Answer:
3.	What do people who have a low level of media literacy tend to do?
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

transmit
vital
bias

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

Expression:	I believe so./I don’t believe so.
Sample Question:	Do you believe that media literacy should be taught in school?
Sample Answer:	I believe so. Most young people use the internet on a daily basis. To avoid misinformation and stay out of trouble, they must develop media literacy in school.

PART D_3

You will defend your opinion using the displayed expressions. Your answer should have at least two sentences.

PART D_4

Expression:	I believe so./I don’t believe so.
Question:	Do you agree that TV shows always provide accurate information?
Answer:

PART D_5

Now, let’s review your answer.

(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, let’s answer the following questions. Give at least two reasons to support your opinion.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.

PART E_2

1.	Do you believe that social media promotes the spread of fake news?
Answer:
2.	Do you believe the media should be free of government control?
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

PART F_1

Let’s do a free talk about the following topic.

(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

PART F_2

What factors do you consider when using the internet safely?

PART F_3