Speaking
In groups of four discuss the following topic.
The Schools of the Future Will Have No Books and No Teachers!
Your group can decide to speak for or against the motion. After this, each group
will select a speaker to present its views to the entire class.
You may find the following phrases useful to present your argument in the debate.
In my opinion ...
• I/we fail to understand why ...
I wholeheartedly support/oppose the view that ...
• At the outset let me say.
• I'd/we'd like to raise the issue of/argue against ...
I should like to draw attention to ...
My/our worthy opponent has submitted that ...
On the contrary
• I firmly reject ...
Answers
Answer:
(This is a creative exercise meant to be done by the students through discussions in class. However, a few pointers are being given below that may help in framing your arguments.)
For
-with advancement in science and technology, education system would change
- books replaced by electronic texts
- paper-free books help in controlling the loss of forest cover
- electronic books are more durable
- regular timings for schools will make students more disciplined
- no transportation required; schools in homes itself
- mechanical teachers can be adjusted according to the potential of each individual children
Against
- personal interaction with teachers and fellow students will be lost
- this will result in reduction of social activity
- no extracurricular activities
- too much dependent on technology will make the learning process mechanical
- health problems due to extensive use of computers
- aesthetic pleasure associated with books will be lost