TOPIC：1 Patricia Ryan – Don’t insist on English
http://www.ted.com/patricia ryan ideas in all languages not just english
(I recommend using subtitles and transcripts.)
1. Why do you study English?
2. Have you ever studied any other languages other than English?
3. Do you think a global language is needed?
4. Do you think English tests like TOEIC and TOEFL are needed? What did she say about these English tests?
5. Do you agree or disagree with her statement ” They can’t pursue their dream any longer, ‘til they get English.”?
6. Does your company require a minimum TOEIC score for promotion?
TOPIC：2 Cameron Russell – Looks aren’t everything?
http://www.ted.com/cameron russell looks arent everything
(I recommend using subtitles and transcripts.)
1. What did Cameron say about appearance? Does she think it is important?
2. Have you ever thought about changing your appearance?
3. Can we judge people by appearances? Why or why not?
4. What do you think forms our images of what kind of look is desirable? (culture, fashion magazines, friends, TV, advertising, etc)
5. Cameron says who she is on pictures is not really who she is. Have you ever felt that your appearance doesn’t match with your true identity?
