General English(Expert)_Technology

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

purchase	購入する
enable	可能にさせる
transform	一変させる
transportation	輸送機関
innovation	革新

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

The way people live has been transformed by technological advancements. In the last 20 years, it has influenced key industries like media, food, tourism, and transportation. According to a recent survey, the technology business accounts for 35% of the global market. There are more than 585,000 IT businesses in the United States as of 2019.

People around the world can now purchase products online. One of the social networking websites has enabled job seekers to connect with companies and get access to job opportunities. Moreover, technological advancements have made it possible for employees to work from home, utilizing services such as online meetings. One of the streaming platforms has allowed people to watch their favorite shows and movies at home. As of 2021, the streaming service has more than 214 million subscribers worldwide.

Technology has advanced all over the world, improving learning and business processes and making people’s lives easier (more convenient). Many businesses continue to seek technological innovations and methods to solve social problems and meet customer demand.

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.	Based on a recent survey, what percentage does the technology business account for?
Answer:
2.	How have technological advancements changed the workplace?
Answer:
3.	As of 2021, how many subscribers does the streaming service have?
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

transportation
enable
purchase

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:	In my point of view…
Sample Question:	Do you think technology has changed education?
Sample Answer:	In my point of view, technology has definitely changed education because students now have access to different types of online learning materials.

PART D_3

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

PART D_4

Expression:	In my point of view…
Question:	Do you think technological advancements have negative effects on students?
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.	Should companies close their physical stores and shift to online shopping?
Answer:
2.	Can you live without internet access?
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

Do you prefer printed books or eBooks (electronic books)? Why?

PART F_3