Discussing necessary qualifications for joining a programme

1. Read the types of skills and experience participants in the SSEAYP should have. Match them with the possible reasons.

(Đọc các loại kỹ năng và kinh nghiệm mà người tham gia SSEAYP nên có. Kết hợp chúng với những lý do có thể)

Answer:

1. understanding the current issues in ASEAN countries - c. discussing and offering solutions to the issues

2. having community work experience - a. showing they have practical skills and knowledge

3. speaking good English - e. using English as the working language

4. being confident speakers - f. being able to present ideas clearly in front of an audience

5. having teamwork skills - b. being able to work in a team to solve problems

6. understanding different cultures - d. meeting new people and making friends from different countries

2. Use the sentences in the box to complete the conversation. Then practise it in pairs.

(Sử dụng các câu trong khung để hoàn thành đoạn hội thoại. Sau đó thực hành nó theo cặp)

A. Don't you agree

B. I'm afraid I have to disagree with you

C. I think they need to understand the current issues in ASEAN countries

D. the most important thing is to speak English fluently

E. Why do you think so

Nick: What do you think is the most important skill or experience for SSEAYP participants to have?

Mai: (1) _____________________________.

Nick: (2) _____________________________?

Mai: Because they'll have to discuss and try to find solutions to these issues. (3) _____________________________?

Nick: (4) _____________________________. The working language is English so (5) _____________________________. How will they take part in discussions if their English is not good enough?

Mai: OK, I agree with you, Nick.

Answer:

Nick: What do you think is the most important skill or experience for SSEAYP participants to have?

Mai: (1) C. I think they need to understand the current issues in ASEAN countries.

Nick: (2) E. Why do you think so?

Mai: Because they'll have to discuss and try to find solutions to these issues. (3) A. Don't you agree?

Nick: (4) B. I'm afraid I have to disagree with you. The working language is English so (5) D. the most important thing is to speak English fluently. How will they take part in discussions if their English is not good enough?

Mai: OK, I agree with you, Nick.

3. Work in pairs. Talk about the most important skill or experience for SSEAYP participants. Use the ideas in 1, and the model and tips in 2 to help you.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Nói về kỹ năng hoặc kinh nghiệm quan trọng nhất đối với những người tham gia SSEAYP. Sử dụng ý tưởng trong phần 1, mô hình và mẹo trong phần 2 để giúp bạn)

Answer:

Tom: Hey Jane, have you heard about the SSEAYP program for young people?

Jane: No, what is it?

Tom: It's an exchange program where young people from Southeast Asian countries can participate and learn about each other's cultures.

Jane: That sounds interesting. What do you think is the most important skill or experience for SSEAYP participants to have?

Tom: Well, in my opinion, having good teamwork skills is the most important thing. What do you think?

Jane: Hmm, I see your point, but I think the most important skill is being able to speak English fluently. It's the working language of the program and without good English skills, it could be difficult to communicate with the other participants.

Tom: That's a good point, Jane. But I still think that good teamwork skills are essential because participants will need to work together to solve problems and complete tasks during the program.

Jane: I agree with you, Tom. Both English skills and teamwork skills are important for a successful SSEAYP experience.

Tom: Definitely. I think it would be a great opportunity for young people to learn new skills, make new friends, and broaden their horizons.

4. Work in groups. Discuss the skills and experience SSEAYP participants should have. Rank them in order of importance (1 - most important to 6 - least important). Report to the whole class.

(Làm việc nhóm. Thảo luận về các kỹ năng và kinh nghiệm mà những người tham gia SSEAYP nên có. Xếp hạng chúng theo thứ tự quan trọng (1 - quan trọng nhất đến 6 - ít quan trọng nhất). Báo cáo với cả lớp)

Answer:

In my opinion, the skills and experience SSEAYP participants should have, ranked in order of importance, are:

1. Good English language skills

2. Understanding different cultures

3. Teamwork skills

4. Community work experience

5. Confident speaking skills

6. Understanding current issues in ASEAN countries.

Having good English language skills is essential since it's the working language of the program. Understanding different cultures is also important for effective communication. Teamwork skills are necessary for completing tasks and solving problems. Community work experience can be helpful in developing practical skills. Confident speaking skills are important for presenting ideas in front of an audience. Understanding current issues in ASEAN countries is important, but it is the least important skill or experience since the program focuses on cultural exchange and developing skills for the future.