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Kevin: Let’s talk about the different generations of your family. Ly, what’s kind of family do you have?)
(Cùng nói về sự khác nhau giữa các thệ hệ trong gia đình bạn. Ly, bạn sống trong loại gia đình nào?)
Ly: I live in an extended family.
(Tôi sống trong một đại gia đình.)
Kevin: Ly, do you think there are any differences between the generations of your family?
(Ly, bạn có nghĩ có sự khác nhau nào giữa các thế hệ trong gia đình bạn không?)
Ly: Yes, I do. My grandparents are over 80 now. They hold traditional views about many issues.
(Có. Ông bà tôi đều hơn 80. Họ có quan điểm truyền thống về rất nhiều vấn đề.)
Kevin: What’s about your parents?
(Bố mẹ bạn thì sao?)
Ly: My parents open to new ways of thinking but they don’t want big changes in life.
(Bố mẹ tôi cởi mở với những cách suy nghĩ mới nhưng họ không muốn có sự thay đổi lớn trong cuộc sống.)
Ly: For my sister and I, we want to make our own decisions and have fixed ideas about the world. We are also good at using electronic devices.
(Về phía tôi và chị gái, chúng tôi muốn đưa ra quyết định của riêng mình và có những ý tưởng cố định về thế giới. Chúng tôi cũng giỏi sử dụng các thiết bị điện tử.)
Student A: I think one of the main benefits of acaemic study is that it develops critical thinking skills.
Student B: Yes, I agree. Academic study involves a lot of analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of information, which helps students become more critical thinkers.
Student A: Another benefit is that it provides a broader education. While vocational training focuses on job-specific skills, academic study covers a wide range of subjects, including humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
Student B: That's true. And having a broader education can help students develop a range of transferable skills that can be applied in different fields.
Student A: Lastly, academic study provides an opportunity to pursue advanced degrees, which can lead to better job opportunities and higher earnings in the long run.
Student B: Absolutely. And pursuing an advanced degree can also help students specialize in a specific area of interest and gain expertise in their chosen field.
Student A: So, to sum up, the three main benefits of academic study are developing critical thinking skills, providing a broader education, and offering opportunities for advanced degrees.
Student B: Great! We're now ready to report to the class.
Work in pairs. Read the following ideas and decide if they are pros or cons of self-study. Think of other pros and cons to add.
| Pros | Cons |
1. Self-study gives learners more freedom (e.g. they decide what to study and how). | ✔ |
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2. Learners need more time to learn things (e.g. they work on their own, with no one to push them or help them). |
| ✔ |
3. Learners become responsible (e.g. they set their learning goals and make plans to achieve them). | ✔ |
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4. Learners may not develop certain life skills (e.g. good communication and relationship skills) |
| ✔ |
5. Self-study makes learners confident ( e.g. they realise they can complete tasks by themselves) | ✔ |
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6. Learners may not learn practical skills (e.g. they may focus too much on learning, and may not apply the academic skills to real life) | ✔ |
Pros and Cons of Self-Study
Independent learning is becoming increasingly popular and often involves self-study. Self-study allows learners to study at their own pace and on their own schedule, without the need for a teacher or mentor. However, like everything else in life, self-study has both its advantages and disadvantages.
Firstly, self-study gives learners the freedom to decide what to study and how. It also promotes responsibility by allowing learners to set their own goals and make plans to achieve them. Secondly, self-study can make learners more confident in their abilities to complete tasks independently. Finally, self-study can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional education, as learners can save money on tuition and other expenses.
On the other hand, learners may struggle to learn things on their own and may need more time to understand concepts without the guidance of a teacher. Additionally, learners may not develop certain life skills, such as good communication and relationship skills. Finally, learners may not learn practical skills if they focus too much on learning academic skills.
In conclusion, self-study has both pros and cons. Learners should understand both and find a balance between the two. As education is changing all the time, it is important for learners to get used to the challenges of self-study and take advantage of the benefits it offers.
Tham khảo:
THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF SMART CITIES
Smart cities are built on new technologies to improve people's lives. The idea of living in one of them sounds very exciting. But is a life controlled by smart technologies good or bad for us?
Let’s start with the advantages. One of the biggest advantages of smart cities is the high level of convenience they offer. With smart technologies in place, people can access information and services quickly and easily. This makes daily life more efficient and saves people a lot of time. Additionally, smart cities are designed to be more sustainable, with green spaces and public transport options to reduce pollution.
What about the disadvantages? One of the main concerns people have about smart cities is the potential loss of privacy. With sensors and cameras constantly monitoring people's movements, there is a risk that sensitive information could be collected and shared. This can lead to a lack of trust and a feeling of being constantly watched. Furthermore, there are concerns about the potential for technology failures and the risks posed by hackers.
In conclusion, there are both advantages and disadvantages of living in a smart city. In my opinion, the benefits of smart technologies outweigh the drawbacks. However, it is important that measures are put in place to protect people's privacy and ensure the safety of their personal information. As long as these concerns are addressed, smart cities have the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work.
- In my opinion, too much time spent on social media and games is the most likely to cause arguments in the family. For example, I have one younger brother, he is 14 years old, and he really likes playing on his smartphone. He can spend all of his free time using smartphone for entertainment and games. As a result, he ignores his studying and my mom and my dad have to force him to study a lot but he doesn't like it. This makes my parents angry and unsatisfied. They always shout at my brother, and he is becoming more and more aggressive. Therefore, my family always has an argument about this problem.
(Theo tôi, dành quá nhiều thời gian cho mạng xã hội và chơi game là nguyên nhân dễ gây ra cãi vã nhất trong gia đình. Ví dụ tôi có một em trai, em ấy 14 tuổi và em ấy rất thích chơi điện thoại thông minh. Anh ấy có thể dành toàn bộ thời gian rảnh của mình để sử dụng điện thoại thông minh để giải trí và chơi game. Kết quả là nó chểnh mảng học hành, bố mẹ phải ép nó học rất nhiều nhưng nó không chịu. Điều này khiến bố mẹ tôi tức giận và không hài lòng. Họ luôn quát mắng anh trai tôi và anh ấy ngày càng trở nên hung hăng hơn. Vì vậy, gia đình tôi luôn xảy ra tranh cãi về vấn đề này.)
- Some topics that cause arguments in families that I can think of are: what to see on TV, where to hang out, what kind of household appliance to buy, how to use money…
(Một số chủ đề hay gây tranh cãi trong gia đình mà tôi có thể nghĩ ra như: xem gì trên TV, đi chơi ở đâu, mua đồ gia dụng gì, sử dụng tiền như thế nào…)
There are some needed virtues that should be gained to be an independent person. Firstly, it is finding information skill that helps you think independently and make your own decisions. It promotes problem solving approaches and make you become a self-reliant person. Coping with loneliness is the second important virtue. Lacking this skill may make you feel depressed, and you are likely to make wrong decisions about your life. Last but not least, teens should learn how to set a goal and persistently pursue it. A teen who knows how to track his progress is possible to stay motivated. In short, equipping with above skills is a big step in preparing girls or boys for independence and leading a successful life in the future.
1.
A: The city council is planning to renovate the old buildings in our neighborhood.
(Hội đồng thành phố đang có kế hoạch cải tạo các tòa nhà cũ trong khu phố của chúng tôi.)
B: That's great news! The area will be more vibrant, and it will attract more tourists.
(Đó là tin tuyệt vời! Khu vực này sẽ sôi động hơn và sẽ thu hút nhiều khách du lịch hơn.)
2.
A: The construction company is developing a new housing project near our neighborhood.
(Công ty xây dựng đang phát triển một dự án nhà ở mới gần khu phố của chúng tôi.)
B: That's interesting. The population in our area will increase, and the demand for services and infrastructure will grow.
(Điều đó thật thú vị. Dân số trong khu vực của chúng tôi sẽ tăng lên và nhu cầu về dịch vụ và cơ sở hạ tầng sẽ tăng lên.)
3.
A: The local authorities are discussing improving public transportation in our neighborhood.
(Chính quyền địa phương đang thảo luận về việc cải thiện phương tiện giao thông công cộng trong khu phố của chúng tôi.)
B: That's important! With better transportation, more people will be able to move around easily, and it will reduce traffic congestion.
(Điều đó là quan trọng! Với phương tiện giao thông tốt hơn, nhiều người sẽ có thể di chuyển dễ dàng hơn và điều đó sẽ làm giảm tắc nghẽn giao thông.)
4.
A: The city government is investing in the development of green spaces in our neighborhood.
(Chính quyền thành phố đang đầu tư vào việc phát triển không gian xanh trong khu phố của chúng tôi.)
B: That's amazing! With more parks and gardens, the air quality will improve, and it will enhance the quality of life for everyone living in our neighborhood.
(Điều đó thật tuyệt vời! Với nhiều công viên và khu vườn hơn, chất lượng không khí sẽ được cải thiện và nó sẽ nâng cao chất lượng cuộc sống cho mọi người sống trong khu phố của chúng ta.)
Benefits of vocational training
(Lợi ích của đào tạo nghề)
Benefits of academic study
(Lợi ích của nghiên cứu học thuật)
- cost less
(chi phí ít hơn)
- develop practical skills
(phát triển kỹ năng thực tế)
- shorter duration of study
(thời gian học ngắn hơn)
- opportunities for immediate employment
(cơ hội có việc làm ngay)
- hands-on learning experience
(trải nghiệm học tập thực tế)
- focuse on job-specific skills
(tập trung vào các kỹ năng cụ thể của công việc)
- opportunities for on-the-job training
(cơ hội được đào tạo trong công việc)
- directly applicable to specific occupations
(áp dụng trực tiếp cho các ngành nghề cụ thể)
- less theory, more practical application
(lý thuyết ít hơn, ứng dụng thực tế hơn)
- promote teamwork and collaboration
(thúc đẩy tinh thần đồng đội và hợp tác)
- can earn more
(có thể kiếm nhiều hơn)
- develop critical thinking skills
(phát triển kỹ năng tư duy phản biện)
- develop research skills
(phát triển kỹ năng nghiên cứu)
- access to a wider range of career paths
(tiếp cận với nhiều con đường sự nghiệp hơn)
- opportunities for academic research
(cơ hội nghiên cứu học thuật)
- provide a broader education
(cung cấp một nền giáo dục rộng lớn hơn)
- opportunity to pursue advanced degrees
(cơ hội theo đuổi bằng cấp cao)
- develops a range of transferable skills
(phát triển một loạt các kỹ năng chuyển nhượng)
- enhances personal and intellectual growth
(tăng cường phát triển cá nhân và trí tuệ)
- builds a strong foundation for future learning
(xây dựng nền tảng vững chắc cho việc học tập trong tương lai)