13 Conversation topics that are perfect for an English Conversation Circle
Starting an English conversation circle is a great way to improve spoken English. Conversation topics can be geared to the level of the person/people wanting to learn English. It is very important to encourage everyone to talk in English whatever his or her ability. A discussion can cover any topic of interest or subject, which the speaker(s) care about. It is important that these topics include giving opinions together with backing up their reasons for their answer(s). Avoid discussing any embarrassing topics.
13 Conversation topics that are perfect for an English Conversation Circle
Describe your family. Do you have brothers, sisters and cousins? Are you married and do you have children? Are you motivated and what are your goals?
Describe where you live/with whom you live/do you live in an apartment or house/in the town or city and in which country. What is the weather like where you live and do you have four seasons?
Sports – what are your favourite sports and why? What else do you do in your free time? Do you like reading and listening to music? If so, which books do you like to read and what is your favourite music?
What is your favourite food and do you enjoy cooking? Where do you go to buy food – in small shops or supermarkets? Or do you order food via the Internet for home delivery?
Travel – where have you visited? Where would you like to visit in the future? What means of transport have you used? Have you travelled by bus, car, train, boat or plane?
Do you work? If so what is your job and where do you work? Or are you a student? If so, where are you studying and what are your favourite subjects? What would you like to do when you leave school? Do you want to go to college or university?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones? Do you use the Internet and what are its biggest problems? Has technology changed our lives?
What is the biggest problem in the world today? Discuss social, immigration, language, environment, religious, pollution and political issues.
Does everyone have the right to vote in your country? In Australia everyone is forced to vote and they would be fined if they do not vote. How easy is it to learn to drive in your country and have you passed your test? Which side of the road do you drive on?
What are schools like where you live? Discuss private schools, state school, grammar, nursery and age. Should you pay for education? Why should some pay and not others? Should all education be free? What are the benefits of private education rather than state education? Are you more likely to be more successful by being educated in a private school rather than a state school? How many children should be in each class? Should children work in groups or by themselves? Is homework a good idea?
What are your views on global warming? What can we do to help? Do you recycle and if so what can you recycle in your country?
At the end of the session perhaps have a summing up of what has been learnt. Ask if any of the students have any questions and conclude with any areas that require more practice. Suggest some reading as a follow up.
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