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Essay / Summary of actual speech and roles in ESL...
One idea that came to mind would be to do what I call "Script Mix Up". The idea is to write a type of scenario in a social, emotional or maturational style. Then mix up what the characters say on a sheet of paper which will be distributed to the students. Ask them to come to the board and write them in the correct order. This activity not only requires them to interact with each other to make the right choice, but it will get students thinking about the correct order of conversation in different situations. Another possible activity mentioned by the author is that of interactional games. In it, students can work toward a personal solution to a certain type of social problem. The teacher establishes the scenario and then asks the students to find the most appropriate solution. Current social issues are a great tool. Students should create a dialogue in which the solution is realized via the English language. The teacher can help students with grammar corrections, good intonation and