Discussing Global Issues

➧ Definition of global issues
➧ Examples of major global issues | climate change, poverty, human rights

Global Warming
➧ The gradual increase in the Earth’s temperature.

Greenhouse Gases
➧ Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Carbon Footprint
➧ The total amount of greenhouse gases produced by human activities.

Inequality
➧ The unequal distribution of resources and opportunities.

Socioeconomic Status
➧ An individual’s or group’s economic and social position relative to others.

Welfare
➧ Government programs designed to support those in need.

Civil Liberties
➧ Basic rights and freedoms that are guaranteed to individuals.

Social Justice
➧ The concept of fair and just relations between individuals and society.

Freedom of Speech
➧ The right to express one’s opinions publicly without censorship.

Globalization
➧ The process by which businesses and other organizations develop international influence.

Recession
➧ A period of temporary economic decline.

Trade Agreements
➧ Treaties between two or more nations to outline how they will work together to ensure mutual benefit in trade.

Pandemics
➧ An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Healthcare Access
➧ The availability of medical services to individuals.

Vaccination
➧ The act of introducing a vaccine into the body to produce immunity to a specific disease.

Expressing Opinions

Use phrases like
➧ In my opinion
➧ I believe
➧ From my perspective
to introduce your thoughts.

➦ In my opinion, climate change is the most pressing issue of our time.

Express agreement or disagreement respectfully with phrases such as
➧ I completely agree
➧ I see your point
➧ but…

➦ I see your point about the economy, but I think we should also consider the environmental impact.

Support your arguments with
➧ data
➧ examples
➧ case studies.

➦ According to recent studies, the global temperature has risen by 1.5 degrees Celsius in the last century.

Engage others in the conversation by asking questions like
➧ What do you think?
➧ How do you feel about…?

➦ What do you think is the most effective way to address poverty on a global scale?

To summarize, today's class covered
➧ Understanding Global Issues
➧ Key Vocabulary and Phrases
➧ Techniques for Discussion

In our next class, we will continue to build on these skills by Advanced Use of Passive Voice