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Mind Map Modul 6 Learning Activity 4 Discussion Texts

A discussion text presents a problematic issue and discusses it from different points of view, presenting both pro and contra opinions on the topic. It generally includes an introduction stating the topic of discussion, a series of paragraphs outlining arguments for and against each side of the issue with supporting evidence, and a conclusion that summarizes the discussion and shares the author's opinion. The purpose is for the writer to present at least two perspectives on an issue or problem.

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Mind Map Modul 6 Learning Activity 4 Discussion Texts

A discussion text presents a problematic issue and discusses it from different points of view, presenting both pro and contra opinions on the topic. It generally includes an introduction stating the topic of discussion, a series of paragraphs outlining arguments for and against each side of the issue with supporting evidence, and a conclusion that summarizes the discussion and shares the author's opinion. The purpose is for the writer to present at least two perspectives on an issue or problem.

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Mind Map Modul 6 Learning Activity 4

Introducing category or generic participant

Using thinking verb ; feel, hope, believe, etc

Language Features
Using contrastive conjunction ; however, on the Discussion text is a text which presents a problematic
other hand, but, in other side, although, etc discourse. This problem is discussed from different points
Definition of view. It presents pro and contra opinion on certain issue.

Using modalities ; must, should, could, may, etc

Using adverbial of manner, deliberately, hopefully, General statement to introduce the audience to the

DISCUSSION
etc topic of discussion – it can include a question and
the view of the author can be expressed here (called
the discussion‘s thesis) .
Simple present
TEXTS A series of paragraphs that have points for and against
the topic – the text may have paragraphs on the for side
A Discussion Text is intended by the writer/speaker to Generic Structure followed by paragraphs on the against side, and within
present (at least) two points of view about issue or the paragraphs there should be evidence to support the
problem; to present arguments from differing points point of view.
of view about issue or problem. Social Function
A concluding paragraph that sums up the discussion and
gives the opinion of the author of the text.

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