The debriefing phase is an optional follow-up to this activity. It allows the teacher to review any problems in usage, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, etc., that were identified during the activity. The teacher notes the salient errors made and explores alternative ways students could have phrased questions and answers. Although this activity emphasizes speaking and listening, it integrates all four skill areas as well as grammar while providing practice of various language functions and conversational strategies. Students synthesize bits and pieces of information gathered throughout the activity and employ various problem solving skills to complete the task.
Students are free to volunteer as much or little detail about themselves as they wish.
Less talkative students may find refuge in the group aspect of the activity, whereas more expressive students get their chance in the spotlight. Finally, this concise activity provides the teacher with an arsenal of valuable information about the class which may prove useful in future lessons. Bryan Smith was an American Studies Specialist in Wittenberg, Germany. No I don't. I don't like sports.