62 Dealing with the content points Both partners are required to address and expand each of the content points and support what they are saying with relevant details, such as evidence/examples and reasons. Depending on the task, they should discuss: possible pros/opportunities/benefits as well as cons/challenges/obstacles which of them are more/less relevant for your final agreement/decision/recommendation Match the content points below to the situational contexts from above. Task: Task: Task: food language daily routines traditions climate national athletes as role models sports education in school media coverage of sports events current fitness crazes the business side of sports public transport restaurants parks shopping facilities entertainment options Think of possible pros and cons etc. for each of these content points and decide which of them you would consider to be important for your final suggestion. You will most likely have to discuss five options. However, some tasks might offer four or five options and require you to add your own idea/suggestion. For each of the three tasks above, find another option which you might like to discuss. 2 3 4 Successful interaction is natural and spontaneous. It includes initiating and maintaining the discussion, negotiating and interrupting appropriately and distributing the speaking time equally. Tips for successful interaction Cross out the four tips that are not advisable for successful interaction. 1 Listen carefully to what your partner says. 2 Interrupt your partner politely to express your view if necessary. 3 Take notes while your partner is speaking. 4 Invite your partner to express his/her opinion. 5 Let your partner know that you understand what he/she says. 6 Look at the interlocutor while listening to your partner. 7 Make sure your partner understands what you want to say. 8 Interview your partner. 9 Make use of body language (e.g. nodding, smiling, gestures) to show your partner that you are listening. 10 Be polite when disagreeing with your partner. 11 Pick up on your partner’s ideas. 12 Dominate the discussion. Interaction 5 Speaking Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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