UNIT 2: CULTURE and IDENTITY

Hi guys, 

This afternoon we will start unit 2, CULTURE AND IDENTITY (unit 3 in the student´s book). This topic will involve reading, listening, writing and speaking about it. 

I would like to deal with the following issues: 

1. Culture and society (different kinds of stereoypes with a special focus on gender stereotypes)
2. Immigration and diversity
3. Personal and national identity                            

Regarding vocabulary, it will be related to the aforementioned subtopics and fixed expressions with thing.

Regarding grammar, we will focus on the so-called cleft-sentences. 

With respect to communicative functions, we will learn how to challenge overgeneralisations, disagree politely with people’s opinions and express feelings and opinions more emphatically. 

 As for phonetics, I would like to introduce some varieties of English.

Finally, with regard to cultural aspects, I would like to go in depth in the celebration of Thanksgiving. 

I hope this information is useful for you.