Choose Your Own Video or Article: Discussion Questions

Find a video or article that interests you. It could be about a topic you’re passionate about or something you’re curious to learn more about. Make sure it’s in English and rich in content for discussion.
Optional Sources:
- 📰 Engoo Daily-News: Great for up-to-date articles on various topics.
- 🎥 TED Talks: Inspiring videos on a wide range of subjects from experts and speakers.
- 🌍 BBC News: Articles on international news and human interest stories.
- 📖 National Geographic: Fascinating articles about science, nature, and culture.
- 🎬 YouTube (Educational Channels like CrashCourse, Vox, or Kurzgesagt): Engaging videos on science, history, and more.

2. Watch or Read and Take Notes

As you go through the video or article, note any new vocabulary or expressions you encounter. Write down the words, their meanings, and try to create your own sentences with each word.
- Example: consists of: Made up of different parts or components
- Sentence: The salad consists of lettuce, tomatoes, and carrots.

3. Create Your Own Discussion Questions

Think about 5-6 questions that would spark a meaningful discussion about the content. Consider these types of questions:
- Questions that ask for opinions or personal experiences related to the topic.
- Questions that explore deeper meanings or implications of the content.
- Questions that examine any interesting techniques, styles, or approaches used in the video or article.

4. Prepare to Discuss in Our Next Lesson

During our next lesson, we’ll go over your questions and discuss them together. Be ready to explain why you chose each question and to share your own thoughts and interpretations!

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