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Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils solidify and build thier spoken language skills. They start by learning what an effective discussion is and how they can use listening skills effectively. They then look at how questions and evidence can improve discussions before practising have conversations.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to effectively choose and use evidence to develop your comments in a discussion.

Key Notes

• Discussions can be elevated with the inclusion of evidence.
• Written responses, textual evidence can also be used in discussions.
• Different types of evidence can be used, depending on the question, for example: anecdotal evidence or speculation.
• It is a good idea to use tentative phrases when evidence is not verified or anecdotal.

Vocabulary To Learn

• evidence: information, facts, or data used to support a claim, argument or belief
• textual: relating to texts
• anecdotal: based on personal stories or experiences rather than on hard facts or scientific evidence
• speculative: based on guesses or ideas rather than solid evidence or facts
• verified: something that has been checked and confirmed to be true, accurate or valid

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• You can't prepare for discussions, so it's not really something you can practise.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

More Lessons In This Unit

• Evaluating and practising discussion skills Study Guide
• Moving discussions forward by responding and asking questions Study Guide
• Working together: productive discussions and active listening skills Study Guide