1. Living with Technology
1.1. Everyday Technology
1.1.1. Smartphones, smart homes, wearable tech (e.g., smartwatches, fitness trackers).
1.2. Impact on Daily Life
1.2.1. Communication, entertainment, health monitoring, smart appliances.
1.3. Pros and Cons
1.3.1. Pros
1.3.1.1. Increased convenience, connectivity, access to information.
1.3.2. Cons
1.3.2.1. Privacy concerns, screen addiction, dependency on technology.
2. Past Perfect Simple and Past Perfect Continuous (Grammar)
2.1. Past Perfect Simple
2.1.1. Usage
2.1.1.1. To indicate an action that was completed before another action in the past.
2.1.2. Example
2.1.2.1. "By the time I arrived, the meeting had already started."
2.2. Past Perfect Continuous
2.2.1. Usage
2.2.1.1. To show that an action started in the past and continued up until another point in the past.
2.2.2. Example
2.2.2.1. "She had been working on the project for hours before she took a break."
2.3. Comparison
2.3.1. Past Perfect Simple emphasizes the completion of an action.
2.3.2. Past Perfect Continuous emphasizes the duration of an action.
3. Press Intrusion
3.1. Definition
3.1.1. Unwanted or excessive media attention and invasion of privacy.
3.2. Examples in Technology
3.2.1. Data breaches, unauthorized surveillance, paparazzi targeting tech personalities.
3.3. Legal and Ethical Issues
3.3.1. Balancing freedom of the press with privacy rights.
3.3.2. Ethical considerations in reporting on individuals' private lives.
4. Used to and Would (Grammar)
4.1. Used to
4.1.1. Usage
4.1.1.1. To describe past habits or states that are no longer true.
4.1.2. Example
4.1.2.1. "I used to play video games every day."
4.2. Would
4.2.1. Usage
4.2.1.1. To describe repeated actions or habits in the past (not used for states).
4.2.2. Example
4.2.2.1. "Every summer, we would go camping."
4.3. Comparison
4.3.1. "Used to" can describe both habits and states.
4.3.2. "Would" is only used for actions/habits, not states.
5. Verb Patterns (Grammar)
5.1. Common Patterns
5.1.1. Verb + to + infinitive
5.1.1.1. "He decided to start a blog."
5.1.2. Verb + gerund
5.1.2.1. "She enjoys using her new tablet."
5.1.3. Verb + object + infinitive
5.1.3.1. "They encouraged him to learn coding."
5.2. Specific Verbs
5.2.1. Examples
5.2.1.1. prefer, avoid, recommend, allow, suggest.
5.3. Exercises
5.3.1. Practice identifying and using these patterns in sentences.
6. Vloggers
6.1. Definition
6.1.1. Video bloggers who create and share content on platforms like YouTube.
6.2. Impact on Technology
6.2.1. Influence on consumer behavior and technology trends.
6.2.2. Collaboration with tech companies for product reviews and promotions.
6.3. Popular Vloggers
6.3.1. Examples
6.3.1.1. Marques Brownlee (MKBHD), Linus Tech Tips.
6.4. Ethical Considerations
6.4.1. Transparency in sponsorships and product reviews.
6.4.2. Influence on audience and responsibility for content.
7. Photo Comparison
7.1. Techniques
7.1.1. Comparing photos to highlight changes or improvements in technology (e.g., camera quality, image resolution).
7.2. Examples
7.2.1. Before-and-after comparisons of tech devices (old vs. new models).
7.2.2. Analyzing the evolution of tech interfaces and design.
7.3. Skills
7.3.1. Observational skills to notice subtle differences.
7.3.2. Descriptive skills to articulate comparisons effectively.
8. A Formal Letter (Writing)
8.1. Structure
8.1.1. Signature
8.1.1.1. Handwritten (if possible) and typed name.
8.1.2. Heading
8.1.2.1. Sender’s address, date.
8.1.3. Inside Address
8.1.3.1. Recipient’s name, title, and address.
8.1.4. Salutation
8.1.4.1. Formal greeting (e.g., "Dear Mr./Ms. [Last Name],").
8.1.5. Body
8.1.5.1. Introduction, main points, conclusion.
8.1.6. Closing
8.1.6.1. Formal sign-off (e.g., "Sincerely," "Yours faithfully,").
8.2. Purpose
8.2.1. Examples
8.2.1.1. Job application, complaint letter, inquiry to a tech company.
8.3. Language
8.3.1. Formal tone, clear and concise language.
8.3.2. Proper grammar and punctuation.
9. Additional Aspects:
9.1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
9.1.1. Applications
9.1.1.1. Personal assistants (e.g., Siri, Alexa), recommendation systems, autonomous vehicles.
9.1.2. Impact
9.1.2.1. Benefits
9.1.2.1.1. Efficiency, personalization, new opportunities.
9.1.2.2. Challenges
9.1.2.2.1. Job displacement, ethical considerations, bias in algorithms.
9.2. Internet of Things (IoT)
9.2.1. Definition
9.2.1.1. Network of physical devices connected to the internet, enabling data exchange.
9.2.2. Examples
9.2.2.1. Smart thermostats, connected appliances, wearable health monitors.
9.2.3. Impact on Lifestyle
9.2.3.1. Enhanced convenience and efficiency in daily tasks.
9.2.3.2. Security and privacy concerns.
9.3. 5G Technology
9.3.1. Definition
9.3.1.1. The fifth generation of mobile network technology.
9.3.2. Advantages
9.3.2.1. Faster data transfer speeds, lower latency, greater connectivity.
9.3.3. Impact
9.3.3.1. Enabling advancements in IoT, smart cities, remote healthcare.
9.4. Sustainable Technology
9.4.1. Definition
9.4.1.1. Technology designed to have minimal environmental impact.
9.4.2. Examples
9.4.2.1. Renewable energy sources (solar, wind), energy-efficient devices, recycling programs.
9.4.3. Importance
9.4.3.1. Reducing carbon footprint, promoting conservation, fostering innovation in sustainability.