Key Idea: Sharing the planet is about the big global questions: the environment, human rights, peace, equality, globalization, ethics and where we live.
Phrases for every lesson
- Give your view: In my opinion… / I believe that…
- Weigh two sides: On the one hand… on the other hand…
- Link your ideas: however, therefore, although
- Writing: pick the right text type and tone. Plan a catchy start, your ideas and a strong ending.
The environment
- Words: climate change, pollution, to recycle, renewable energy, sustainable, responsible consumption
- Debate: individual action or governments and companies? Do small changes help?
Human rights
- Words: freedom, dignity, discrimination, fair / unfair, a petition, a peaceful protest
- Debate: can one person make a difference?
Peace & conflict
- Words: peace, dialogue, coexistence, tolerance, to reach an agreement, mediation
- Debate: dialogue and respect, or confrontation?
Equality
- Words: diversity, inclusion, prejudice, the pay gap, to treat everyone equally
- Debate: how can we make society fairer?
Globalization
- Words: trade, brand, chain, local business, cultural exchange, identity
- Debate: global brands or local businesses? Cultural exchange or loss of identity?
Ethics
- Words: conscience, honesty, responsibility, fair trade, exploitation
- Debate: cheap shopping or responsible shopping? How far are we responsible for others?
Urban & rural
- Words: urban / rural, outskirts, green space, services, traffic jam, depopulation, to do up
- Debate: is it better to live in the city or the countryside?
Global topics need a clear side: say what should change, who should act and why.
Which word means people leaving an area, so fewer live there? Depopulation.
Which word means energy from the sun or wind? Renewable energy.
Name two peaceful ways to stand up for a cause. A petition and a peaceful protest.
What is the pay gap? The difference in pay between groups of workers.
Which phrase means to repair and improve an old building? To do up.