COLLABORATIVE TASK TRINITY ISE.ppsx
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This document provides guidance and sample language for tasks in the Trinity ISE II and ISE III speaking and listening exams, including asking questions, showing understanding, giving suggestions and advice, discussing advantages and disadvantages, expressing possibility and deducing and inferring meaning. It offers phrases and sentences of varying sophistication for common functions in collaborative conversations.
COLLABORATIVE TASK TRINITY ISE.ppsx
- 1. TRINITY - ISE II (B2) and ISE III (C1) MODULE: SPEAKING AND LISTENING Mª Ascensión Villalba Varona – varonasinstitute.com avillalba@varonas.com TASK 2 : COLLABORATIVE TASK
- 3. ASK QUESTIONS SHOWING UNDERSTANDING + THINKING GIVING SUGGESTIONS GIVING ADVICE ABOUT ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES WHAT SHALL I DO TO KEEP TH CONVERSATION GOING CONTRADICTING EXPRESSING POSSIBILITY DEDUCING INFERRING
- 4. ASKING QUESTIONS - Why do you think that…..? - Why does he/she …..? - Does he/she like …..? - Is she ……? - Don’t you think it might be a Good idea to…? - Do you ….? - When, What, Where, how often does he ….? - Would you rather live in a big house or in a small flat? - Do you prefer -ing or –ing? - Would you prefer to… or to…..? Thinking – Having time to get ideas: Uhm, I see…. Well, let me think what the best solution could be. Humm, that’s a controversial issue.
- 5. Showing understanding 1.Thank you for explaining that to me. I think I understand now. 2.Let me see if I've got this right. You're saying that... 3.I'm following you so far. Please continue. 4.That makes sense to me. Would you like me to summarize what you said? 5.I see what you're saying. Can you clarify a few points for me? 6.I think I grasp the main idea, but could you give me an example to help me fully understand? 7.Yes, I see your point. It seems like a valid perspective. 8.I'm with you. Please go ahead. 9.Thanks for breaking that down for me. I appreciate it. 10.I'm on the same page as you now. Let's move forward. More sophisticated responses: 1."I understand what you're saying, and I agree that it's important to consider all possible options before making a decision." 1."Yes, I get your point, and I think that we should discuss it further to see how we can incorporate your ideas into our plan." 1."I see where you're coming from, and I think that your perspective is valuable in helping us make a more informed decision." 1."I hear you, and I think that we should take some time to reflect on what you've said and come up with a plan that takes your feedback into account." 1."Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. I want to make sure that I understand your position correctly, so could you please clarify a few points for me?"
- 6. SUGGESTIONS: - Why don’t you ….? - How about –ing….? - Have you tried –ing……? - Don’t you think it might be a Good idea to…? More sophisticated responses: 1."Have you considered trying a different approach? Perhaps we could brainstorm some alternative solutions together." 2."I think it would be helpful if we could gather more information before making a decision. Maybe we could schedule a meeting to discuss our options in more detail." 3."Based on my experience, I suggest we focus on this particular aspect first, as it could have a significant impact on the overall outcome." 4."Would it be possible to delegate some of the tasks to other team members? That way, we could ensure that everything is completed on time without overburdening anyone." 5."In my opinion, it might be beneficial if we could bring in an outside expert to provide us with some additional insights and perspectives."
- 7. ADVICE: - I think you should…. - If I were in your shoes, I would….. - There is no doubt that what you need is to…… More sophisticated sentences: 1."In my experience, I would advise you to take some time to reflect on your options and consider all possible outcomes before making a decision." 2."If I may, I would suggest that you prioritize your tasks based on their level of urgency and importance, to ensure that you meet your deadlines." 3."It might be helpful to seek feedback from others who have faced a similar situation. They might have valuable insights and advice to offer." 4."I recommend that you establish clear goals and a plan of action to achieve them. This will help you stay focused and motivated in the long run." 5."My advice would be to communicate your concerns openly and honestly, and work together with your team to find a solution that works for everyone."
- 8. CONTRADICTING: It's important to handle contradictions tactfully and respectfully to avoid causing offense or damaging relationships. Here are some sample sentences that could be used to contradict someone: - I see you point, however…… - I understand your situation, but the way I see it is different. - I see what you mean, but….. - I am not sure you are right in that sense. I think just the opposite. - I’m sorry but I strongly disagree with…. More sophisticated sentences: 1."I understand your point of view, but I have to respectfully disagree with you on this particular matter." 2."I appreciate your input, but I'm not convinced that your suggestion would work in this situation." 3."I see things differently from you, and I think that we need to explore some other options before making a decision." 4."I understand that you have concerns, but I don't think that they outweigh the benefits of proceeding with our current plan." 5."While I appreciate your perspective, I think that we need to consider some other factors before we can reach a decision."
- 9. REMARKING ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES • It might help if….. • Swimming is a good way of reducing stress • One advantage /disadvantage of –ing could be….. • I can only see benefits/drawbacks in the idea of –ing….. Advantages: 1.One advantage of using a project management software is that it can help to improve communication and collaboration between team members, leading to increased productivity and efficiency. 2.Implementing a recycling program in the workplace can have several advantages, including reducing waste and promoting environmental sustainability. 3.One benefit of cloud storage is that it allows for easy access to files from multiple devices, improving mobility and accessibility. Disadvantages: 1.One disadvantage of using social media for marketing is that it can be difficult to measure ROI, as it is often challenging to accurately track conversions and engagement. 2.Implementing new technologies can be costly and time-consuming, which can be a disadvantage for businesses with limited resources or tight deadlines. 3.One potential downside of remote work is that it can lead to feelings of isolation and reduced social interaction, which can impact employee morale and productivity.
- 10. EXPRESSING POSSIBILITY 1.There's a chance that... 2.Maybe... 3.Perhaps... 4.It could be... 5.I think there's a possibility that... 6.It's not out of the realm of possibility that... 7.It's conceivable that... 8.It's within the realm of possibility that... 9.It's not impossible that... Here are some sample sentences expressing possibility: 1.It's possible that we'll have to reschedule the meeting if the client can't make it on that day. 2.There's a chance that it might rain this weekend, so you might want to bring an umbrella just in case. 3.It's possible that the package will arrive early, but we can't guarantee it. 4.There's a slim possibility that we'll be able to finish the project by the deadline, but it's going to be a tight schedule. 5.It's conceivable that we'll encounter some obstacles along the way, but we have contingency plans in place to address them.
- 11. DEDUCING: Deducing is a language function that involves drawing logical conclusions based on available evidence or information. This can involve making assumptions, analyzing patterns, or using deductive reasoning to arrive at a likely conclusion. Examples of phrases that express the function of deducing: •"Based on the evidence, it seems likely that..." •"Given what we know so far, it's reasonable to assume that..." •"From what I can see, it appears that..." •"If we consider all the facts, it's clear that..." •"It follows logically that..." •"I can deduce from the information that..." •"By connecting the dots, I can conclude that..." •"It's safe to say that based on the available data..." •"By using deductive reasoning, we can infer that..."
- 12. INFERRING: What is inferring? Inferring is the process of using context clues, background knowledge, and logical reasoning to draw conclusions or make educated guesses about information that is not explicitly stated. It involves using the available information to make an informed assumption about something that is not explicitly stated or understood. In other words, when you infer, you use evidence and reasoning to come up with a conclusion that may not be directly stated or evident. Inferring is an important reading and critical thinking skill that helps readers to better understand the text and make deeper connections to the material. It is used in various contexts, such as reading comprehension, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpreting data. Here are some sample sentences to practice inferring meaning: 1."The room was filled with the sweet scent of flowers and candles." From this sentence, we can infer that there are probably flowers and candles in the room, and that they are emitting a pleasant aroma. 2."She looked down at her phone and smiled." In this sentence, we can infer that the person received a positive message or notification on their phone, causing them to smile. 3."The streets were empty, and the only sound was the distant rumble of thunder." From this sentence, we can infer that there is likely a storm approaching, and that people have either sought shelter or are staying indoors to avoid the rain. 4."The old man shuffled slowly across the room and collapsed into his armchair." In this sentence, we can infer that the old man is likely tired or fatigued, and that his armchair is a comfortable resting spot. 5."The politician's speech was met with cheers and applause from the crowd." From this sentence, we can infer that the politician delivered a well-received speech, and that the audience was likely
- 22. TRINITY VIDEOS SAMPLES ISE II – B2 ISE III – C1
- 23. INFORMATION RETRIEVED FROM: Varona’s Institute Trinity College London (2023)) Breakout English (2022) MNL – Collaborative Task
- 24. Mª Ascensión Villalba Varona – avillalba@varonas.com AVENIDA BUENOS AIRES, 21 – 28018 MADRID – TLF 91 778 85 17 March 2023 Follow our Trinity tips in VaronasInstitute.com