Fads and Trends: A Reflection of Society

Marry K

Fads and Trends: A Reflection of Society

Conversation - B2-C1 | Advance Level

8 $

Jun. 17 Wed , 11:00 USA

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Description

In this session, we will talk about fads and trends in everyday life. You will learn how trends start, why people follow them, and how they affect society. We will also discuss the difference between short-lived fads and long-lasting trends. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to express your ideas about popular culture and describe changes in society using simple and natural English.

Session Activities

1: What apps or platforms influence trends today?

2: Do trends in your country change quickly or slowly?

3: What is your favorite current trend in music or fashion?

1: Do you usually discover trends early or when everyone already knows them?

2: What’s one trend you think started naturally, not because of social media?

3: What role does boredom play in creating new trends?

4: How do trends affect communication style (language, slang, emojis)?

5: Can a “bad” trend still be useful in some way?

6: What’s the difference between a personal style and a trend someone follows?

Follow the crowd

do what most people are doing

A flash in the pan

something that becomes popular but disappears quickly

Set the trend

start something new that others follow

Ahead of the curve

more advanced or modern than others

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