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Robots as Friends: Can AI Fill the Gap?

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

This session will help learners practise giving opinions, agreeing and disagreeing, and using everyday English to talk about technology and feelings. Learners will improve their ability to share personal thoughts and reasons clearly and confidently.

Questions list

1. If you could have any robot to help you at home, what job would you give it?

2. Do you prefer talking face-to-face or sending messages online? Why?

3. What was the last new piece of technology you used for the first time?

1. Can a robot or AI truly understand human feelings? Why or why not?

2. Why do some lonely people talk to chatbots or AI assistants?

3. Do you think AI can offer the same comfort as a real human friend?

4. What are some good things about having an AI friend?

5. What could be the risks or problems of having AI as a friend?

6. If you had an AI friend, what would you like it to do or say?

7. Do you think AI friends will become common in the future? Why?

8. Is human friendship something that can ever be replaced by technology? Why or why not?

1. You will have a few minutes to engage in an open interaction with your classmates, so feel free to talk about anything you like! And remember to be respectful and enjoy!

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Be kind and respectful to everyone.

No flirting! If someone doesn’t want to share their social media or phone number, respect their choice.

Let everyone have a chance to speak.

Please avoid smoking or drinking while talking.

Keep your camera on at all times.

Note: If you break any of these rules, you may be banned