chatgpt

Getting to Know You

Goals:

• Help students introduce themselves to one another.
• Create a sense of community within the group.
• Review basic greetings and introductions.
• Introduce the course structure and expectations.

1. Icebreaker Activities

Example: "Two Truths and a Lie"

Description:
This fun and interactive activity helps students get to know each other while practicing speaking and listening skills. Each student will share three statements about themselves: two of the statements will be true, and one will be a lie. The other students will try to guess which statement is the lie.

Instructions for Students:

• Think of two true facts about yourself and one that is not true.
• Share all three statements with the class (or in small groups).
• The class will guess which statement is the lie.

Example:

• "I love cooking." (True)
• "I have traveled to Japan." (True)
• "I play the piano." (Lie)

This activity encourages conversation and helps break down initial communication barriers.

2. Introduce the Course Structure and Expectations

Description:
After the icebreaker, give students an overview of the course layout and expectations. Use a Moodle Page or PowerPoint to outline the course structure. Explain the types of activities they will participate in, such as reading, speaking, listening, writing, and using Moodle tools like forums, quizzes, and Poodll.

Key Points to Cover:

• Course Goals: What learners should achieve by the end of the course.
• Course Schedule: A brief overview of the lessons, topics, and weekly activities.
• Participation Expectations: How students are expected to engage in class, both during live sessions and online.
• Assessment: How learners will be evaluated (quizzes, speaking practice, etc.).
• Technology Requirements: How to use Moodle, Poodll tools, and any other technology needed for the course.

Instructions for Students:

• Explore the course in Moodle.
• Make sure to check the weekly schedule for lessons and assignments.
• Ask any questions about the course content or expectations.

3. Practice Greetings and Introductions

Description:
Students will practice basic greetings and introductions to develop their conversational skills. Pair students for role-play activities, or conduct the activity as a whole class. Use both written and oral practice.

Instructions for Students:

• Practice greeting your classmates and introducing yourself. Follow the example below and take turns speaking with different partners.

Example Dialogues:

• Dialogue 1 (Basic Greetings):
  Student A: "Hello, how are you?"
  Student B: "I’m good, thank you. How about you?"

• Dialogue 2 (Introductions):
  Student A: "Hi, my name is Maria. What’s your name?"
  Student B: "Nice to meet you, Maria. I’m John."
  Student A: "Nice to meet you too, John. Where are you from?"
  Student B: "I’m from Canada."

Encourage students to switch partners or continue the conversation by asking follow-up questions like "What do you like to do in your free time?" to practice more.

These activities set a welcoming tone for the course and help students get comfortable with both the content and their classmates, building rapport from the start.