Unit 8: Technology Writing point: Argumentative essays
Grammar point: Conditionals Language point: Prefixes
Lesson 8.1: Reading and understanding writing Part 1: Introducing the topic
Task 1: Do a quick survey in the class with at least five classmates about their social media use. Complete the table below according to how much time they spend per week on the following social media sites.
Student name Facebook Myself
Twitter Snapchat Instagram WhatsApp
Part 2: Preparing for the text
Task 2: What are the arguments for and against the use of social media? Brainstorm your ideas here. An example for each is provided.
It can help people remain in touch across geographical boundaries.
Social
media is good
Social
media is bad
It can dominate people’s lives and they waste a lot of time on it.