Unit 6: networking

LESSON 14

THEME: 14. ONLINE EDUCATION . INTERACTIONS. ARTICLES

Task 1 Answer the questions.

1. 
   Why do people chose online class? Online education enables the teacher and the student to set their own learning pace, and there's the added flexibility of setting a schedule that fits everyone's agenda. As a result, using an online educational platform allows for a better balance of work and studies, so there's no need to give anything up.
   

2. 
   What skills are required in online education?
   

In general, the online student should possess the following qualities:

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  Be open minded about sharing life, work, and educational experiences as part of the learning process. ...
  
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  Be able to communicate through writing. ...
  
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  Be Self-motivated and self-disciplined. ...
  
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  Be willing to “speak up” if problems arise
  

3. 
   How to choose online courses?
   

Here are 5 factors you should consider when choosing an online course:

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  Choose your topic wisely. ...
  
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  Check the content thoroughly. ...
  
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  Check the level of engagement and interaction in the tone of the speaker. ...
  
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  Check if the online course flexible. ...
  
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  Analyze your competition.
  

4. 
   What is the advantage of online education? Here are 13 big advantages to taking online classes.
   

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  #1—It Costs Less. It's no secret that college costs a lot of money. ...
  
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  #2—Less Intensity. ...
  
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  #3—Easier Attendance. ...
  
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  #4—Improve Your Self-Discipline. ...
  
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  #5—Easier Access to Teachers. ...
  
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  #6—Location, Location, Location. ...
  
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  #7—The Comfort of Your Home. ...
  
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  #8—Easily Transferable Credits.
  

5. 
   What is the disadvantage of online education? Disadvantages of Online Learning
   

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  Online Learning May Create a Sense of Isolation. Everyone learns in their own manner. ...
  
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  Online Learning Requires Self-Discipline. ...
  
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  Online Learning Requires Additional Training for Instructors. ...
  
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  Online Classes Are Prone to Technical Issues. ...
  
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  Online Learning means more screen-time.
  

6. 
   What types of Online Education Programs can you mention? Oliygoh.uz, eduon.uz,
   

Task 2 Fill in the blank with the appropriate article, a, an, or the, or leave the space blank if no article is needed.

1. 
   I want an apple from that basket.
   
2. 
   The church on the corner is progressive.
   
3. 
   Miss Lin speaks Chinese.
   
4. 
   I borrowed a pencil from your pile of pencils and pens.
   
5. 
   I bought an umbrella to go out in the rain.
   
6. 
   My daughter is learning to play a violin at her school.
   
7. 
   Please give me the cake that is on the counter.
   
8. 
   Albany is the capital of New York State.
   
9. 
   My husband's family speaks Polish.
   
10. 
    An apple a day keeps the doctor away.