Section outline

    • Exploring the theme:

      Have you ever wonder why we should live in cities instead of living in the countryside? Watch the following clips and get your ideas ready. 

       

       

    • Choose one of the topics below and write a short paragraph (80-100 words) to express your opinions. This activity will only be marked as complete when you give at least one comment on your friends' answer.

      1. What are the positive effects of global urbanization?
      2. What are the possible problems that could arise from further global urbanization?
      3. Initially, cities sprang up as people sought access to basic necessities. What factors will drive the growth of cities in the future?



    • Lesson A
      Living on an Urban Planet



    • Words are your weapons in every speaking and writing activity. To use your weapons, remember their names first!
    • UNIT 3 LESSON A - USING VOCABULARY (Bonus: 0.2) Forum

      Choose one of the 3 topics below and share your ideas with your friends (50-100 words). Use at least 5 new words that you have learned in this lesson to express your opinions.

      1. What changes in technology do you think are inevitable over the next decade?
      2. Where do you want to work in the future? In the countrysides or in the cities? Why?
      3. What do you like about the reading "Living on an Urban Planet?

      NOTE: This activity will be marked as complete only when you meet the following requirements (1) post a discussion to answer one of the 3 questions and (2) reply to a discussion of your friend. 


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    • Lesson B

      The urban visionary



    • Vocabulary is the backbone of a language - Unknown
    • Choose one of the 3 topics below and share your ideas with your friends (50-100 words). Use at least 5 new words that you have learned in this lesson to express your opinions.

      1. Is telling a lie ever justified? If yes, in what situations?
      2. If you have enough money, would you buy a house or an apartment? Why?
      3. What do you like the most about the reading "The Urban Visionary"? Why?

      NOTE: This activity will be marked as complete only when you meet the following requirements (1) post a discussion to answer one of the 3 questions and (2) reply to a discussion of your friend. 

    • UNIT 3 READING QUIZ (Friday class) - Scores: 2/10
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