English Topics: Why is bad news so much more popular than good news?

Ice Breaking Topics

  • Are there disadvantages of being rich?
  • Do you have any favorite family traditions?
  • How do you think schools can encourage students to develop a lifelong love of learning?
  • Which fictional character do you relate to the most and why?
  • Do you enjoy group activities or solo adventures more?
  • What are some of the most valuable lessons you've learned from participating in extracurricular activities or clubs?
  • What do you miss the most about being a kid?
  • If you could learn to play any musical instrument, which would you choose and why?

Main Topics

  • What does media literacy mean to you, and why is it important?
  • How do you evaluate the credibility of information and sources presented in media?
  • Do you follow the news? How? (newspaper, radio, Internet, etc.)
  • What are some strategies or tools people can use to improve their media literacy skills?
  • Do you ever feel like taking a break from following the news?
  • Why is bad news so much more popular than good news?
  • When has the media sensationalized an event?
  • How can media literacy be used as a tool for promoting social justice and combating misinformation?

Free Topics

  • What's one thing you've done that you're really proud of?
  • If you could have any magical ability, what would it be and why?
  • What are weddings like in your country?
  • What possessions make you happiest?
  • Have you kept any memorabilia from your childhood?
  • What is your favorite seasonal tradition or holiday?
  • Are you an overall happy person?
  • What is the funniest autocorrect fail you've ever experienced?