Work in pairs. Share your opinions about the advantages of learning English and other subjects online. Use the ideas in Listening and the expressions below to help you.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Chia sẻ ý kiến của bạn về lợi thế của việc học tiếng Anh và các môn học khác trực tuyến. Sử dụng các ý tưởng trong bài Nghe và các cách diễn đạt bên dưới để giúp bạn.)

- I think … is more useful/ easier/ better/ more effective because …

- … give us a chance to (do sth)

- … have easy access to learning materials/ videos

Example:

A: I think online learning is easier and more effective because it allows us to learn at our own pace.

(Tôi nghĩ học trực tuyến dễ dàng hơn và hiệu quả hơn vì nó cho phép chúng ta học theo tốc độ của riêng mình.)

B: Exactly. It’s also better for the environment. We save paper because textbooks, assignments and dictionaries are all digital.

(Chính xác. Nó cũng tốt hơn cho môi trường. Chúng ta tiết kiệm giấy vì sách giáo khoa, bài tập và từ điển đều được số hóa.)

2. Read and listen to the video chat. Why did Anna not enjoy her evening at the cinema?

(Đọc và nghe đoạn video thoại. Tại sao Anna không thích buổi tối của cô ấy tại rạp chiếu phim?)

Sam: Hi, Anna! Did you go out last night?

Anna: Yes, I went to the cinema.

Sam: Oh, really? Who did you go with?

Anna: My sister.

Sam: What did you see?

Anna: The new Jennifer Lawrence film.

Sam: Did you enjoy it?

Anna: No, it wasn't great. And I couldn't see the screen very well. The man in front of me was really tall, and he didn't stop talking to his girlfriend!

Sam: I hate that!

Anna: And that's not all. I lost my mobile! I think I dropped it in the cinema.

1. Listen and read.

(Nghe và đọc.)

Long: Hi, Nick. What are you doing?

Nick: I’m watching the video that my geography teacher uploaded on Eclass.

Long: Really? What is it about?

Nick: It’s about global warming. My teacher asked us to watch the video and find more information about this topic.

Long: So, is watching the video part of your homework?

Nick: Yes, then next week, we’ll work in groups and discuss the topic in class.

Long: Sounds interesting. You can watch the video many times and also search for more information at home.

Nick: You’re right. I’m not good at taking notes in class, you know. So I prefer this way of learning. It gives me a chance to discuss with my classmates, who may have original ideas on the topic.

Long: Does your teacher often ask you to prepare materials at home and discuss in class, Nick?

Nick: Yes, she does. We’re doing a lot of projects that help us understand the lessons better. This way of studying, which gives us more control over our own learning, is quite useful.

Long: You’re lucky. My teachers use very traditional methods of teaching at my school. I wish I could try these new learning activities.

5. Listen to the words and underline the stress. Then work in pairs. Take it in turns to say the word and say the form.

(Nghe các từ và gạch chân trọng âm. Sau đó làm việc theo cặp. Thay phiên nhau nói một từ và dạng của chúng.)

1. a. Teenagers who go on adventures should be proud of what they accomplish.

b Teenagers who go on adventures should be proud of their _____.

2. a. Companies will want to employ them

b. Companies will want to offer them ______.

3. a. Preparing for the trips is the most difficult part.

b. The most difficult part of the trips is the _____.

4. a. These trips are a great way to develop personal skills

b. These trips are great for the _____ of personal skills.

5. a. Most teenagers dream of becoming famous.

b. The _____ of most teenagers is to become famous.

2. Complete the sentences with the words and phrases in 1.

(Hoàn thành các câu với các từ và cụm từ ở bài 1.)

1. ______ learning allows us to communicate with teachers immediately and directly.

2. One benefit of ______ is that you can learn anytime and anywhere.

3. Our teachers always encourage us to ______ lessons before class.

4. You need a specific _______ to improve your English speaking skills.

5. ________ combines online videos with traditional classroom methods.

2. Do the crossword. Use the words you have learnt in this unit.

(Hoàn thành ô chữ. Sử dụng những từ bạn đã học trong bài này.)

1. A _______ teacher works with small children to prepare them for school.

2. Job adverts should not mention their ideal candidate’s _______.

3. A very experienced _______ was able to rebuild his nose after the accident.

4. Boys and girls should have _______ opportunities in education.

5. Parents should not _______ boys differently from girls.

3. Which tour does each statement below talk about? Write a, b, c, or d.

(Mỗi câu dưới đây nói về chuyến tham quan nào? Viết a, b, c hoặc d.)

1. You can buy arts and crafts to help protect the environment. _______

2. You can learn how to help protect wildlife. _______

3. This tour is not suitable for families with children. _______

4. This tour offers educational videos about the environment. _______

a. Listen to a podcast about learning English and choose the best summary line. (Nghe podcast về việc học tiếng Anh và chọn dòng tóm tắt hay nhất.)

1. The best way to improve your English is to listen to podcasts. (Cách tốt nhất để cải thiện tiếng Anh của bạn là nghe podcast.)

2. There are many good and free ways to improve your English. (Có rất nhiều cách hay và miễn phí để cải thiện tiếng Anh của bạn.)

2. Read the text and circle the correct meanings of the highlighted words.

(Đọc văn bản và khoanh tròn nghĩa đúng của các từ được đánh dấu.)

Since UNICEF set up an office in 1975 in Viet Nam, it has run projects in various fields to provide the highest possible support for children in our country. The organisation particularly aims to create opportunities for all children in Viet Nam to attend school, learn and succeed. The following programmes help achieve the UNICEF's education aims for Viet Nam.

Education for Disadvantaged Young People

UNICEF helps disadvantaged teenagers continue their education by offering them job training and career advice. They are also taught essential skills for the job market.

Providing Education Opportunities for Children with Disabilities

This programme gives children with disabilities a chance to get access to and benefit from a quality education. It also helps promote equal participation in society and a culture in which people respect each other.

Improving Learning Achievements

This is another practical programme supported by UNICEF. The aim is to better prepare children for the challenges in the future. UNICEF helps Viet Nam in joining regional educational programmes to improve children's learning achievements. When they leave school, they should have the necessary skills and knowledge to work in a fast-changing world.

1. create

a. make something happen 

b. increase something

c. refuse something

2. essential

a. usual

b. necessary

c. successful

3. respect

a. have a good opinion of somebody

b. look down on somebody

c. get on well with somebody

4. practical

a. connected with organisations

b. connected with ideas

c. connected with real situations