Module 2 Unit 2.1 Lesson 2 - Sharing Opinions and Ideas in Meetings

Verna May 19, 2026

 



LESSON 2 (50 Minutes)

Sharing Opinions and Ideas in Meetings

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to:

  • express opinions politely
  • agree and disagree professionally
  • participate actively in discussions
  • respond appropriately to ideas

Vocabulary Focus

Word

Meaning

suggestion

idea or recommendation

opinion

personal thought

proposal

formal suggestion

solution

answer to a problem

strategy

plan

Target Expressions

Giving Opinions

  • I think…
  • In my opinion…
  • I believe…

Agreeing

  • I agree with you.
  • That’s a good idea.
  • Exactly.

Disagreeing Politely

  • I’m not sure about that.
  • I see your point, but…
  • I have a different opinion.

Grammar Focus

Expressions for Opinions

Examples:

  • I think we should reduce costs.

  • I believe this strategy will help.

  • We should improve communication.

Lesson Procedure

1. Warm-Up (5 Minutes)

Opinion Poll

Teacher asks:

  • “Are meetings useful?”

  • “Should meetings be short or long?”

Students answer and explain briefly.

2. Presentation (10 Minutes)

Teacher Script

“In meetings, we should share ideas respectfully. We can agree or disagree politely.” (TeachingEnglish)

Board Examples

  • I agree with your idea.

  • I understand your point, but…

  • That’s an interesting suggestion.

3. Listening Practice (10 Minutes)

Teacher Reads Dialogue

Manager:
“I think we should increase online advertising.”

Employee 1:
“I agree. Social media advertising is effective.”

Employee 2:
“I see your point, but traditional advertising is also important.”

Manager:
“That’s a good observation.”

4. Comprehension Questions

  1. What did the manager suggest?
  2. Who agreed?
  3. What different opinion was shared?

5. Pair Practice (10 Minutes)

Situation

“Employees discuss ways to improve teamwork.”

Practice Script

Student A:
“I think we should have weekly meetings.”

Student B:
“That’s a good idea.”

Student A:
“We can also improve email communication.”

Student B:
“I agree with that suggestion.”

6. Group Discussion Activity (10 Minutes)

Discussion Topics

  • working from home
  • flexible schedules
  • customer service improvements

Students must:

  • share opinions
  • agree politely
  • disagree respectfully

7. Assessment (3 Minutes)

Students share one opinion professionally.

8. Homework (2 Minutes)

Write three opinions about workplace communication.

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