Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 2)｜日常会話（中級２章）
Lesson30: Communication and Foreign Language learning　コミュニケーションと外国語

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will learn the words and phrases that are used when you talk about communication and foreign language learning. Also, you will express your opinions about specific topics.

PART A_1

Rearrange the letters of the word to complete each sentence. Read the meaning aloud and use it as a clue.
ANSWERS
  1. informative
  2. tough
  3. complex

PART A_2

1. word:
I
N
F
R
O
A
M
E
T
I
V
meaning: [adjective] containing a lot of useful facts
sentence: The presentation about the new business proposal was very ____________.
2. word:
T
U
O
H
G
meaning: [adjective] something that is difficult
sentence: The situation was ___________ for both the teachers and the students.
3. word:
C
M
O
L
P
X
E
meaning: [adjective] involving different but connected parts that are confusing
sentence: She made a _________ explanation of the report which made the manager more confused.

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Sam and you will be Alice. Fill in the blanks with the correct responses.

PART B_2

I feel so tired today. That French class was very tough, especially the business terms. Do you think I can learn the language before my trip to France?
Sure you can! I know It’s quite complex but I know you can handle it. Learning a different language is really difficult.

I agree. On the other hand, learning French is interesting and very informative. Have you tried learning a different language before? How was it?
____________________. I think you could also try learning that language.

I think I could try that in the future. Anyway, can you give me some tips on how I can learn a new language in an easier and faster way?
____________________________________________.

I see. I will take note of your recommendations. I appreciate all your help, Alice. Thank you.
You’re welcome, brother. Have some rest now so that you can process more information tomorrow.

PART C_1

Read and take note of the important points in the article.

PART C_2

In Japan, a recent survey was conducted for students on their behavior about learning English. The results of the survey indicated that students have a contradictory attitude towards learning English. Although a lot of students thought English is important for them to get a job, only a few of them are willing to take jobs requiring English. The surveyors find this disappointing. However, it is also possible that the students do not necessarily think that learning English is the only way to land their dream jobs. Excellent English communication skills have become a universal work requirement all over the world, but not a requirement to reach success.

PART C_3

Please answer the questions about the article.

PART C_4

1. What is the result of the survey?
Answer:
2. Why is it possible that students don’t find learning English very necessary?
Answer:
3. Good English communication skills should be one of the requirements when applying for a job. Do you agree or disagree?
Answer:
4. Would you work for a company where you have to communicate in a foreign language (like English) instead of your native one?
Answer:

PART D_1

Please explain the meaning of the following quotes.

PART D_2

1. “It is not the voice that commands the story; it is the ear.” – Italo Calvino
Answer:
2. “The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t said.” – Peter Drucker
Answer:

PART E_1

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions.

PART E_2

1. What languages would you like to learn in the future?
Answer:
2. Do you think people can communicate with ghosts and spirits?
Answer:
3. If you could have a conversation with a famous person, who would you talk to and what would you talk about?
Answer:
4. Would you like to have a career that requires you to talk to a lot of people? Why?
Answer:
5. Where do you excel the most, listening, speaking, or both?
Answer:

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法		 Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語		 Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR		 文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR		 文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.
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