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Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
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Identify the main point in a message.
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Organize ideas in a logical order (main idea → supporting points → example).
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Communicate clearly using structured examples.
Exercise 1
Useful Expressions
Direction: Read the useful expressions with your tutor.
Exercise 2
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
Agenda
Meaning:
The official written record of a meeting
- She took the meeting minutes and shared them with the team.
Follow-up
Meaning:
An action or communication after a meeting to continue a task
- We’ll schedule a follow-up meeting next week.
Clarify
Meaning:
To make something clear or easier to understand
- Could you clarify your point about the budget?
Follow-up
Meaning:
An action or communication after a meeting to continue a task
- We’ll schedule a follow-up meeting next week.
Exercise 3
Practice
Exercise 4
Business Dialogue
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher and fill in the blanks.
Word Bank:
Follow-up
Follow-up
Clarify
Agenda
Situation: John and Ana are attending a meeting and discussing the key points.
Ana
Thanks, John. Before we start, can you share the _______?
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John
Sure. First, we’ll _______ the marketing campaign.
Ana
I’d like to _______ a few important ideas during that part.
John
Great. I’ll also take _______ for the team.
Ana
Could you please _______ the action points at the end?
John
Absolutely. I’ll _______ anything that’s unclear.
Ana
Perfect. And we’ll schedule a _______ meeting next week.
John
Sounds good. Let’s begin!
Exercise 5
Study Guide
Direction: Read the study manual aloud
"How to Participate Effectively in Work Meetings"
1. Always prepare by reviewing the meeting agenda
Knowing the topics in advance helps you follow the discussion and contribute meaningfully.
2. Use polite expressions to ask questions or make suggestions
Phrases like “Could we consider…” or “May I ask…” show professionalism and encourage open dialogue.
3. Take brief but clear notes (also called minutes) during meetings
Writing down key points, decisions, and action items helps you remember and follow up later.
4. Use phrases like “I’d like to add” or “Let me clarify” to join discussions
These expressions help you enter the conversation smoothly and respectfully.
5. End by summarizing or confirming key decisions and next steps
This ensures everyone is on the same page and knows what to do after the meeting.
Listening Practice
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Exercise 6
Discussion
Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
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<p class="font_8">1. How often do you attend meetings at work?</p>
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<p class="font_8">2. Do you usually take notes or just listen?</p>
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<p class="font_8">3. What strategies help you understand meetings in English?</p>
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<p class="font_8">4. How do you interrupt politely to ask for clarification?</p>
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<p class="font_8">5. Have you ever had to lead a meeting in English? What was that like?</p>
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<p class="font_8">6. What’s the most difficult part of online meetings for you?</p>
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<p class="font_8">7. How do you summarize key points after a meeting?</p>
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