Group Work

What are we learning today?

You will learn how to speak and listen in a group to solve a task together.

Explanation

• A group task has a clear aim and clear roles.
• One person writes, one person reports, and everyone shares ideas.
• First, compare your ideas. Then choose your favourite.
• The group decides together. Give a reason for your choice.

Examples

1. My idea is a hotel in a tree. What about yours?
2. I think we should choose it because it is quiet.
3. Our group chooses the treehouse hotel because it has a beautiful view.

Remember!

• Everyone speaks and everyone listens.
• Do not decide for the whole group.
• Always give a reason.

Check yourself

1. What does the group do after comparing ideas?
2. Which phrase invites a partner: "What about yours?" or "Be quiet!"?
3. Complete: I think we should ___ this idea because it is original.