The metaverse describes a vision of a connected 3D virtual world where real and digital worlds are integrated using technologies such as virtual reality and augmented reality. It is now possible to buy and trade things in the metaverse like plots of land or even virtual houses.
Watch the video to know what owning a virtual land has to offer.
Discussion Questions:
Why do you think investors are paying real money to buy virtual lands?
Would you invest in the Metaverse real estate? Why/why not?
Do you think investors are playing a risky game and winning in cryptocurrency? Elaborate.
There’s no clear-cut definition for when a pandemic starts and ends, but according to Dr. Michael Ryan, the World Health Organization’s emergencies chief, “It’s somewhat a subjective judgment because it’s not just about the number of cases. It’s about the severity and it’s about the impact”.
Watch the video to know how the world decides when the pandemic is over.
Discussion Questions:
How have people and societies lived through this current pandemic?
With so much misinformation out there, how can we know what to believe during a pandemic?
When do you think the pandemic will be over?
What are your thoughts on the big possibility of another pandemic?
What are you most looking forward to when the pandemic ends?
What is your unique experience during the pandemic?
Business presentations are one of the most vital parts of closing in business deals. They’re conducted to present and express the idea of your products and/or services.
Usually, visual materials are being used to convey the important information to the prospective clients or buyers.
Here are some tips on how to have a great Business Presentation
Discussion Questions:
Have you experienced to do a Business Presentation? If yes, what’s the product/service you present?
What are the tips to have a great Business Presentation according to the video?
Can you give other tips?
Why is it important to know you audience first?
Can you explain the importance of visuals in business presentation?
Stereotypes often have negative connotations attached to them for good reason. Because of stereotypes, certain people and groups are limited in their actions and opportunities and are pre-judged before they can even prove themselves or disprove others.
Nowadays, we are all challenged to let go of stereotypes. Even if some sound positive, stereotypes can still impact groups in a negative way.
Watch the video below on how stereotypes affect the lives of certain groups.
Discussion Questions: 1. Why do stereotypes exist? 2. Who are the most stereotyped communities? Why? 3. What are some stereotypes that you have heard of or encountered? 4. Have you ever had any stereotypes against a certain group or have you experienced being stereotyped? Explain. 5. How can stereotypes be challenged and ended?
The passive forms of reporting verbs are commonly used in news reports or when someone else told us about it. We use this structure to deliver information when its accuracy is unverified.
Examples of reporting verbs are: said, believed, expected, known, reported, alleged, considered, claimed, suggested, etc.
In this lesson, we will focus on the reporting verb “said“.
We can use these passive forms in two ways.
Sentence structure 1:
Sentence structure 2:
It is said that + subject + verb
Someone is said to + infinitive
It is said that the company is applying for an ERTE.
The company is said tobe applying for an ERTE.
It is said that this training course is totally irrelevant.
This training course is said to be totally irrelevant.
It is said thatshe is unable to keep a secret.
She is said to be unable to keep a secret.
In some conditions, ‘it is supposed to…’ also means ‘it is said to…’
it is supposed to…
‘it is said to…
Explanation
I will start binge-watching that TV series. It’s supposed to be action-packed.
It is said to be action-packed.
People are claiming the tv series is action-packed.
She wants to try meditation. It is supposed to be relaxing.
It is said that meditation is relaxing.
Those who have tried meditation are saying that it is relaxing.
Why did he move to Germany? He’s supposed to have found a better job there.
It is said that he found a better job in Germany.
It is said that he found a better job in Germany hence the move.
In other conditions, ‘it is supposed to…’ means something is planned or expected to happen but oftentimesdidn’t really happen.
The meeting was supposed to start at 9 o’clock but it’s already half past nine and the host hasn’t arrived yet.
The exhibition was supposed to be free but they asked us for an entrance fee.
She’d better not waste any more time on playing video games. She’s supposed to do the laundry today.
A Michelin Star is awarded to outstanding restaurants. As a result, restaurants around the world strive to earn this. They take into account the quality of the ingredients, the mastery of flavor and cooking techniques, the personality of the chef as represented in the dining experience, value for money, and the consistency between inspector’s visit.
The origins of the Michelin Guide trace back to the turn of the 20th century. Surprisingly, its inspiration has very little to do with cuisines.
Listen to this audio and read the transcript on the history of the Michelin Star.
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