- •Speaking topics
- •1. **With the help of technology, students nowadays can learn more information and learn it more quickly:**
- •2. **A good interpreter should be a bit of an actor. This is part of the technique of an oral translation:**
- •3. **All required university courses are boring:**
- •4. **"Climate" of a classroom depends on the nature of person relationship between a teacher and a pupil:**
- •6. **It is only ignorant who despise education. (Publius Syrus 42 bc):**
- •7. **Education is the single most important factor in the development of a country. Do you agree?**
- •8. **Do the benefits of study abroad justify the difficulties? What advice would you offer to a prospective student?**
- •9. **Foreign language instruction should begin in kindergarten. Do you agree?**
- •10. **Should sports classes be sacrificed in universities so students can concentrate on academic subjects?**
- •11. **To what extent should universities function as training grounds for employment?**
- •12. **To what extent should university courses be geared to the economic needs of society?**
- •13. **Computers can translate all kinds of languages well. Do our children need to learn more languages in the future?**
- •14. **Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn.**
- •15. **Grades (marks) encourage students to learn.**
- •16. **Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school.**
- •17. **High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study.**
- •19. **A good teacher is not only a communicator of knowledge but a model of competence.**
- •20. **Exams are not useful.**
- •21. **The foreign language teacher can provide content that is truly interesting and meaningful to students - the study of themselves.**
- •22. **There is nothing that young people can teach older people.**
- •23. **Reading fiction (such as novels and short stories) can make a better interpreter.**
15. **Grades (marks) encourage students to learn.**
Grades serve as a means of evaluating student performance and providing feedback on their academic progress. While grades can motivate some students to strive for excellence and achieve their full potential, they may also have unintended consequences, such as promoting competition, anxiety, and a focus on extrinsic rewards. Moreover, a heavy emphasis on grades can undermine intrinsic motivation, curiosity, and a love of learning for its own sake. Therefore, it is important for educators to strike a balance between providing meaningful feedback, fostering a growth mindset, and promoting a holistic approach to education that values effort, resilience, and intellectual curiosity. Ultimately, grades should be viewed as one of many tools for assessing student learning and should be used in conjunction with other forms of assessment to support students' overall development and well-being.
16. **Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school.**
Early exposure to a foreign language offers numerous cognitive, linguistic, and cultural benefits for children. Research has shown that young children have a remarkable capacity for language acquisition and can develop native-like proficiency when immersed in a second language environment from an early age. Learning a foreign language at a young age not only enhances linguistic competence but also fosters cognitive flexibility, problem-solving skills, and cultural awareness. Moreover, early language learning lays the foundation for future academic success, as proficiency in multiple languages opens doors to academic, professional, and personal opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world. Therefore, integrating foreign language instruction into early childhood education is essential for preparing children to thrive in a diverse and globalized society.
17. **High schools should allow students to study the courses that students want to study.**
Providing students with opportunities to pursue their interests and passions is essential for fostering engagement, motivation, and academic success. Allowing students to choose their courses empowers them to tailor their education to their individual strengths, goals, and aspirations. Moreover, personalized learning experiences promote deeper understanding, creativity, and intrinsic motivation, as students take ownership of their learning journey. While core curriculum requirements ensure a well-rounded education, flexibility in course selection enables students to explore diverse subjects, develop specialized skills, and pursue their unique talents. Therefore, high schools should strive to offer a balanced curriculum that combines required courses with elective options, providing students with the freedom and flexibility to pursue their academic interests and aspirations.
18. **Universities should give the same amount of money to their students’ sports activities as they give to their university libraries.**
Both sports and libraries play important roles in the overall student experience and educational mission of universities. While sports activities promote physical fitness, teamwork, and school spirit, libraries provide resources, support scholarly research, and facilitate intellectual inquiry. Therefore, it is essential for universities to allocate resources equitably to both sports and library facilities, recognizing the value that each contributes to the holistic development of students. Additionally, investing in sports programs can enhance campus life, promote student engagement, and foster a sense of community, while investing in libraries supports academic excellence, intellectual growth, and lifelong learning. Ultimately, universities should strive to create a balanced and inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs and interests of all students.