Тренды в спорте, мемах и музыке: разговорные задания к уроку английского

Предлагаем подборку упражнений для урока английского языка, которые помогут ученикам увлечься разговорами о трендах в спорте, мемах и музыке. Такие занятия помогают студентам пополнять и закреплять словарный запас, а также правильно формулировать и излагать мысли на иностранном языке.

Музыка

Покажите ученикам часть цитаты и попросите угадать, о чём говорит автор. Если им сложно, можете дать подсказку — например, сказать, кто автор цитаты. 

Read the quote. What do you think it’s about? 

«When it hits you, you feel no pain.»

Затем обсудите общие вопросы про музыку и плавно перейдите к трендам. 

Discuss the questions with your teacher:

1. What are some other good things about music? 
2. How does music influence our emotions?
3. Who are some of the most famous composers/musicians in history?
4. Can you name a trend in songs that has been popular for many years?
5. How has technology changed the way we create and listen to music?
6. What trends in songs do you notice today?
7. How do these trends affect the way people feel or think about music?
8. Why do you think some trends in music become very popular while others disappear quickly?
9. How will music change in the future?

Откройте статью «9 Music Trends to Look Out for in 2025» и дайте 2 минуты, чтобы студенты смогли прочитать названия разделов и попробовать угадать содержащуюся в них информацию. После попросите выбрать 2–3 раздела, которые им понравились больше всего, прочесть их и сравнить со своими ответами. 

Read the headings of the sections. What do you think each section will be about? Сhoose 2–3 sections that seem interesting to you, read them, and compare the actual information with your predictions.

Больше идей к урокам в статьях:

Мемы

Покажите слова, которые ассоциируются со словом «мем». Задача учеников — угадать, какое слово их объединяет. Затем расскажите факт о нём и обсудите вопросы. 

Read the words and say what word they all relate to:

• viral 
• internet humor
• reaction 
• parody 
• an inside joke
• satire 

Read the information and answer the questions below: 

Did you know that the term «meme» was first used by scientist Richard Dawkins in 1976 to describe how ideas spread? Today, social media platforms host millions of memes every day, reaching people worldwide almost instantly.

Информация взята из статьи «Exploring the Utility of Memes for U.S. Government Influence Campaigns».

1. What kinds of memes make you laugh the most?
2. Why do you think some memes go viral while others don’t?
3. What was the funniest meme you’ve seen recently?
4. Do you think meme trends change quickly? Why?
5. What trends in memes have you noticed recently?

После этого попросите выбрать популярный мем и изучить историю его создания. 

Choose one of the most popular memes of all time and find out more about it: 

• Doge
• Distracted boyfriend
• Grumpy cat
• Woman yelling at a cat
• Hide the Pain Harold
• Coughing Cat

Imagine you are an innovator: 

1. Which of these memes would you take as a prototype? Why? 
2. What would the meme be about? 
3. Who would be your target audience? 
4. Do you think it would go viral? Why or why not?
5. How would you ensure the meme remains relevant over time?

Спорт

Покажите учащимся фотографии и попросите описать, чем занимаются эти люди.

Look at the pictures. What are these people doing?

Дождитесь ответа и покажите информацию про виртуальную реальность в спорте. 

Read the information and answer the questions below: 

Did you know that virtual reality workouts are now a multi-billion dollar industry? As of 2023, more people than ever are using VR to train at home with real-time coaching and immersive experiences!

Информация взята из статьи «VR Fitness Boom: How Many People Use VR to Work Out?».

1. What are some common exercises people use today to stay healthy?
2. Have you ever tried a new fitness trend, like virtual reality workouts or wearable trackers? What was your experience?
3. What would you prefer: virtual reality or traditional workouts? Why? 
4. What sports trend do you think will become even more popular in the future, and why?
5. How do you think technology has changed the way people approach fitness and sports?
6. What kind of technology do you think is essential for athletes today?
7. Do you think fitness apps are helpful? Why or why not?
8. How do you think virtual reality affects physical health? 

Затем покажите фотографию, которая иллюстрирует киберспорт, и дайте ученикам время объяснить, что это такое. 

Look at the picture. What do you see?

Примите любой ответ и покажите слово esports.

Read the word «esports». What does it mean? 

• Do you think this kind of sport is effective? Why or why not?

Откройте информацию с цифрами в правом окошке на сайте vrhealth.institute и попросите учеников поделиться своим мнением на этот счёт. 

Read the information. What do you think of it? 

В конце обсудите вопросы:

1. What are some popular trends in sport today?
2. How do new trends change the way people train or watch sports?
3. Have you tried any new sports or activities because of a recent trend?
4. What role does technology play in shaping modern sports trends?
5. Do you think trends in sports make the games more interesting?