1. Language Learning for Busy People These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute.. Intermediate: I Disagree

2. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Intermediate ----- I Disagree Warm up: Opening chat--- 5 minutes Review previous lesson’s content ---5 minutes Check if your student has completed self-study of the lesson. The class activities are designed to help them practice the language from the lesson. Thus, it’s extremely important that they go over different sections of the lesson before class.

3. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Class Activities: (30-35 minutes) Objective: Today’s lesson features a dialogue about making some big changes at a company. We will learn how to share thoughts and opinions about a sensitive subject. We may not always agree, so let’s see how we can express ourselves professionally! Class Activities

4. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. 1) Read the dialogue with the student, line by line. Switch roles after the first run. Pay attention to student’s pronunciation, give feedback and help when needed. --- 5 minutes Dialogue

5. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Dialogue Comprehension --- 5 minutes Ask the student the following questions. The answers are in the dialogue. What is the purpose of this meeting? What suggestion is made to prevent staff layoffs? Why is Sally insisting that they have to make cutbacks and that there are no other options? Can you think of any other ways a company can cut costs and save money?

6. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Key Vocabulary Check ---- 5 minutes Business has been really slow at my favorite coffee shop. I’m so worried that they’re going to ______________ ! It’s difficult talking to my grandfather sometimes. Everything isn’t always so ___________________; he never tries to understand other people’s opinions. I know you want to go to Disney World this summer but that is just _______________. It’s simply not in our budget this year. They announced that they must ___________________ half the advertising department next month. I can’t believe I am losing my job! My company is making ______________ on our salaries this quarter. We will be making 10% less than normal beginning in January! It’s impossible for me to ____________ with all the chores in this house. I need to hire a maid. Lay off Cutbacks Go under Out of the question Black and white Keep up

7. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Fluency Builder ---- 10 minutes Let’s look at some common phrases used in today’s dialogue that you can use when you’re stuck in a disagreement. These will help you sound more natural, polite and professional! #1. I see things a bit differently. This expression is a great one to show that you have heard what the other person is saying and that you understand (to a degree), but that you don’t exactly agree. Beginning your statement with a phrase like this is much more polite than just going straight in to your argument. #2. I appreciate your point of view. This is another great phrase with a similar affect. A “point of view” is someone’s opinion, attitude or way of thinking. This expression shows that you understand, acknowledge and appreciate their thoughts and ideas. From there, you can agree or disagree. Another polite way to engage in a disagreement!

8. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Fluency Builder #3. I’m sorry, but…. Saying “sorry” in this context is more like an interjection than a true apology or pity for someone. It’s a quick expression of regret, used quite casually. It’s often used when beginning an argument though. #4. The point I’m making is… A “point” here is like an argument, goal, intention, motive or objective. It’s like the details of someone’s point of view. We often say this phrase when we feel that we need to clarify ourselves or specify a particular thing. If an argument continues on and on or goes in many directions, sometimes you might feel the need to return to your original, most important opinion (or point). This is when we would say, “Ok, but the point I am making here is….”. #5. Let’s calm down and work together. This is simply a kind, genuine, polite way to ease any possible tension! The key to a successful argument is cooperation, so everyone should always try to work together!

9. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Grammar Review ---- 5 minutes “We’ve got to stop arguing.” -Review the grammar rule with the student. Answer any questions the student may have. -Ask for 3 new sentences using “got to” or “have got to”.

10. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Discussion ---- 10 minutes What are you other words or phrases your student has heard in conversations with disagreement? There are a lot! Some possible examples may be: I wouldn't do that. I would… But if we… I'm afraid I have to disagree with you. Don't get me wrong but, … Even so, if… Don't forget that… Very true, but...

11. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. Discussion Now, let’s engage in a harmless debate with the student. Topic: Should students be required to wear a school uniform? Why or why not? Listen to the student’s point of view on this subject. As the teacher, you take the opposite side. Ask questions. Propose an argument and practice today’s new vocabulary and grammar rule!

12. These documents are private and confidential. Please do not distribute. The End --- Review --- 5 minutes * Review today’s class. Encourage the student on where he/she did well; give feedback to where he/she needs to pay more attention. * Assign homework, i.e. the ‘Exercise’ part of today’s lesson. Student should complete it and submit it online. They will see an automatic score. * Have them listen to the dialogue again and see if their understanding has improved. * Remind students that they can save different vocabulary terms in the app or online and review them as flashcards. * Tell the student what the next lesson is.