This unit provides an opportunity for revision of many of the concepts and vocabulary items used in the book. It discusses psychological issues, such as aggression and victimization, associated with advances in multimedia and communication technology. The unit features a case study of a student experience of cyberbullying. Issues related to online protection for young people will also be discussed.
Skills focus
Reading • understanding how ideas in a text are linked
Vocabulary focus
• verbs used to introduce ideas from other sources (X contends/suggests/asserts that …)
• linking words/phrases conveying contrast (whereas), result (consequently), reasons (due to), etc.