Academic Discussion

Academic Discussion

1. What is an academic discussion?

   • An academic Discussion is a conversation of the topic that you having studying.

2. What is the purpose of an academic discussion?

   • The purpose of an academic discussion is for learning more and understand more the topic.
     • Useful expressions for discussions:
       • Chairperson: The purpose of our discussion is.... First, we need to... Who would like to begin? Can you explain your point a little more clearly? Can we see what other people think about this? Who has not had a chance to speak yet? Is there any last comment on this point before we move on to the next one? So we have two opposing arguments here. On the one hand... On the other hand... In other words, most of us think that... Can we draw any conclusions from what we have been saying? Everyone: Giving your opinion: I think that... In my view/opinion... Surely... The main reason for my opinion is... The best way of explaining my opinion is to give an example... Asking questions about someone else's opinion: Do you mean that...? What do you mean when you say...? I don't fully understand. Can you give some examples? Agreeing/Disagreeing: I agree because... That seems very logical to me. That's a very good point, but... I'm afraid I can't agree because...

3. How can we do this effectively?

   • We need to read and listen for have an effectively discussion.