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How to politely interrupt to contribute to a discussion?

In the professional world, it is vital to communicate our ideas assertively without interrupting abruptly. Learning to interrupt politely strengthens our work interactions and fosters more productive discussions.

  • Helpful phrases: Use phrases such as "I'd like to add something here," or "Sorry to interrupt, but..." to express your desire to intervene.
  • Respectful tone: Maintain a friendly tone and listen to other participants' reactions to ensure that your intervention is well received.

What is the problem-solution pattern and how do you describe it effectively?

The problem-solution pattern is essential in business and educational contexts, as it clarifies complex situations by identifying a problem and its corresponding solution.

  • Key elements: It includes a description of the problem, followed by possible solutions and their consequences.
  • Connecting ideas: Use phrases that link the problem and solution, such as "This leads to..." or "Therefore," to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of your presentation.

How do you integrate crucial information into a story using participle clauses?

Participle clauses are a powerful tool for adding essential details in your stories in a synthetic and fluid way.

  • Use in narratives: Integrating clauses such as "Having finished his task," or "Observing the result," can provide additional context without overloading your sentences.
  • Simplifying structures: These clauses allow you to condense sentences, making them easier to read and understand.

What is the function of adverbs of comment and point of view?

Adverbs of comment and point of view enrich our language by justifying and clarifying our perspectives, making them more comprehensible to listeners.

  • Examples of use: phrases such as "Clearly," and "In my opinion," help highlight the subjectivity or certainty of your statements.
  • Strengthening arguments: Using these adverbs not only emphasizes your views, but also adds a layer of persuasiveness and credibility to your arguments.

What are the linking words to form cohesive arguments?

Forming cohesive arguments is critical to getting your ideas across effectively and persuasively. Linking words are vital for connecting sentences and paragraphs, creating a fluid and understandable narrative.

  • Frequent words: Using terms such as "Moreover," "On the other hand," and "Because," help tie ideas together and provide clarity.
  • Complexity building: These words allow you to tackle complex issues by linking different ideas logically, guiding the reader through your reasoning without losing the common thread.

Practice and application of these skills will be your best allies on the road to language mastery. Keep learning and honing your skills to achieve success in your educational journey!

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Summary of the course:

  • How to politely interrupt.
  • The problem-solution pattern, it’s elements and how to connect them to describe a situation clearly and effectively.
  • How to add critical information to a story by using various participle clauses.
  • the function of commenting and viewpoint adverbs and how to use them to justify a point of view.
  • How to use linking words to form complex yet cohesive arguments.

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**SUMMARY OF COURSE**  ### **1. Welcome to Advanced Debates and Discussions** * Debates and Discussions: Introduced the idea of engaging in structured arguments (debates) and sharing viewpoints (discussions). * Politeness Strategies: Emphasized the importance of politeness in communication, especially in debates. ### **2. Some civility, please** * Module Structure: The course is divided into modules, each focusing on a specific set of skills. * Topic Introduction: Provided an overview of what to expect in the module. ### **3. Roleplay I - Trouble at the airport** * Politeness in Language: Explored the use of polite phrases such as “Would you be so kind as to…?” * Verb Forms: Highlighted the importance of using the correct verb forms (e.g., infinitive after polite requests). ### **4. Welcome to the final class of this module** * Review and Application: Encouraged the application of learned concepts through a debate format. * Debate Structure: Reinforced the importance of structuring arguments with clear, polite, and logical statements. ### **5. I would've done my homework but for...** * Introduction to New Content: Introduced the second module with a focus on new strategies and skills. * Cohesion in Texts: Discussed how to create cohesion in writing and speaking. ### **6. Every problem has a solution** * Problem-Solution Structure: Introduced a specific method for organizing information, particularly useful in argumentation. * Signal Words: Emphasized the use of signal words to guide the reader or listener through the problem and solution. ### **7. Practice session** * Review of Previous Content: Reinforced earlier lessons to ensure comprehension and retention. * Introduction to Passive Voice: Discussed how to use passive structures to shift focus from the doer to the action. ### **8. Cohesive devices I - Linking words for describing a situation** * Cohesive Devices: Introduced the idea of linking words (e.g., "however," "moreover") to connect ideas and create flow in writing. * Types of Cohesion: Discussed contrastive and additive cohesion. ### **9. Roleplay II - You see what happened was...** * Role Play in Language Learning: Used role play to practice real-life situations. * Polite Interruptions: Practiced using polite phrases to interrupt and ask for help. ### **10. Present participles** * Progression in Learning: Introduced the third module, indicating a deeper dive into more complex language use. * Focus on Complex Sentences: Began working on more complex grammatical structures. ### **11. Roleplay III - Confusion at customs** * Real-life Situations: Practiced language in the context of a common travel scenario. * Present Participle Clauses: Introduced the use of present participles to provide reasons and causes in sentences. ### **12. Passive participles** * Passive Voice: Discussed the use of passive participles to shift focus in sentences. * Complex Sentences: Explored how passive participles can create more nuanced and complex sentences. ### **13. You know, a whatchamacallit** * Reinforcement of Learning: Focused on reviewing previously learned content to ensure understanding. * New Language Structures: Introduced new grammatical structures and how they relate to what has been previously learned. ### **14. Cohesive Devices II - Linking words for adding critical information** * Synonyms and Antonyms: Discussed how to use synonyms and antonyms to improve vocabulary and understanding. * Describing Function and Purpose: Explored how to describe things when specific vocabulary is unknown. ### **15. Justifying your perspective** * Final Review: Prepared students for a comprehensive review of all content learned throughout the course. * Development of Complex Arguments: Focused on strategies for justifying and developing complex arguments. ### **16. Cohesive Devices III - Linking words for developing complex arguments** * Cohesive Devices in Depth: Provided detailed explanations of cohesive devices for exemplification, reformulation, and comparison. * Linking Ideas: Emphasized the importance of linking ideas logically in arguments and discussions. ### **17. Debate** * Debate Practice: Encouraged the practical application of all learned skills in a structured debate. * Use of Adverbs and Cohesive Devices: Reinforced the use of commenting/viewpoint adverbs and cohesive devices in constructing arguments.
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They obviously need to make improvements .
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They need obviously to make improvements
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