Two Sides to Every Discussion 3

This third edition of the popular Two Sides to Every Discussion is a beginner-level discussion text featuring carefully selected topics that are both familiar and thought-provoking for today's students, such as whether Oshikatsu has gone too far and whether it is acceptable to create fake news simply to attract more views. The reading texts, which highlight pros and cons, are around 130 words in length and help students clarify their own position and develop their ability to express their opinions. Activities progress step by step from reading comprehension to writing and speaking. Teacher's manual includes a mini-test for each unit.

Contents

Part 1  Technology

Unit 1 Paper menus are better than smartphone ordering systems.

Unit 2 Before making a decision, it is best to ask an AI chatbot.

Unit 3 Fake news created to boost view counts should be banned.

Unit 4 Smartphones should be banned for children under 16.

Part 2  Public Manners

Unit 5 Friends should not post group photos on social media without  permission.

Unit 6 It is OK to use a priority seat if no one nearby needs it.

Unit 7 There should be more trash cans in the city.

Unit 8 Talking with a friend on the train is OK at any time.

Part 3  Food & Social Issues

Unit 9 Problem bears should be moved to distant areas rather than be killed.

Unit 10 Japan’s soul food is ramen, not sushi.

Unit 11 If there is a shortage of a food item, more imports should be allowed.

Unit 12 Customers should be charged for redelivery of their packages.

Part 4  Jobs & Learning

Unit 13 Pay is more important than job satisfaction.

Unit 14 A four-day work week with longer hours is better than a five-day  work week.

Unit 15 Staying in one job is better than changing jobs often.

Unit 16 Online English conversation lessons are better than face-to-face lessons.

Part 5  Personal Preferences and Values

Unit 17 The solo-activity trend in Japan is beneficial for society.

Unit 18 On a long trip, a window seat is better than an aisle seat.

Unit 19 Idol fandom (oshikatsu) has gone too far.

Unit 20 A carefully planned day out or trip is better than a spontaneous one.

（Total 20 Units）