MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
THUONG MAI UNIVERSITY
GROUP DISCUSSION
BASIC ENGLISH 1.2
TOPIC: SHOPPING TRENDS
GROUP 3- K59AA3-231_ENTH3211_03
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THUONGMAI UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF ENGLISH
GROUP DISCUSSION
BASIC ENGLISH 1.1
Topic: Stories of water
Group: 3
Class: K59AA3
Teacher: Ms. Nguyễn Thị Thanh Huyền
Group preparation
assessment: .....................................................................................
Presentation assessment: List of students (in the order of presenting)
No. Name (for Comments (for teacher only) Mark
students)
1 Nguyễn Phương
Hằng
2 Nguyễn Việt Hoàng
3 Vũ Thị Thu Huyền
4 Hoàng Thu Hiền
5 Hoàng Đức Huy
6 Đỗ Thu Vân Hạnh
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. GREETING
II. TOPIC IMPLEMENTATION
1. First mainpoint :
2. Subpoint :
3. Second mainpoint :
4. Subpoint:
5. Third mainpoint:
6. Subpoint:
7. Last mainpoint:
8. Conclusion
III. MINIGAMES AND COMMENTS
MEETING MINUTES - GROUP: 3
Time: from 3/11/2023 to 19/11/2023
Place: Thuong Mai University
Participants:
[Link] Thu Van Hanh
[Link] Phuong Hang
[Link] Thu Hien
[Link] Viet Hoang
[Link] Duc Huy
[Link] Thi Thu Huyen
Contents for discussing: Shopping trends
Conclusion: ....................................................................................................
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Duties for participants:
Van Hanh: synthesis, division, administrate and evaluate.
Viet Hoang: slide control.
Deploy the content and present:
Phuong Hang:
Viet Hoang:
Thu Huyen:
Thu Hien:
Duc Huy:
Leader (Signature and name) Minute-Taker (Signature and
name)
Đỗ Thu Vân Hạnh Nguyễn Việt Hoàng
PEER ASSESSMENT
Full name
No. Duties Assessment Mark
Student’s ID
Đỗ Thu Vân Very confident,
1 Hạnh- Leader empathy, decision-
23D108113 making.
Nguyễn
Phương Content deployment Good teamwork
2
Hằng- and presentation spirit and sociable
23D108114
Hoàng Thu
Content deployment Creative, diligent
3 Hiền-
and presentation and agile
23D108115
4 Nguyễn Việt Content deployment Enthusiasm,dynamic
Hoàng- and presentation + and works
secretary(deputy
23D108116 responsibly
group)
Hoàng Đức
Content deployment Responsible, works
5 Huy-
and presentation fast and ingenious
23D108117
Vũ Thị Thu Has learning
Content deployment
6 Huyền- spirit,and
and presentation
23D108118 cooperative spirit
Shopping trend
From the past until now, shopping has become an essential part of human
life. While nowadays, shopping takes on various modern forms, in the past,
it was a simpler affair—a direct transaction between the customer and the
shop owner. Now, let me elaborate more on the culture, methods, buying
and selling practices, and the items of the olden days. First, let's clarify
what shopping is ?
* What is shopping?
- Shopping is the act of exchanging goods or services for some kind of
value, be it currency, barter, or other means.
- It's a fundamental aspect of everyday life, connecting people to the things
they need or want.
Shoping in the past
1. Shopping Culture in the Past:
- Considering the early stages of human settlement and the advent of
agriculture, people began to engage in the exchange of food and goods
within their communities. In these early societies, shopping primarily took
place through the barter system, involving the exchange of goods or
services without the use of currency as we know it today.
- As societies progressed and developed, shopping methods became more
sophisticated, marked by the emergence of markets, bazaars, and
specialized stores.
- In the past, shopping was not merely about buying and selling goods; it
was an indispensable part of the community's lifestyle and culture.
- Transactions extended beyond the exchange of goods, creating
opportunities for encounters and interactions between buyers and sellers.
2. Methods of Shopping in the Past:
- During earlier periods, the shopping landscape was characterized by
simplicity and closeness.
- People often visited local stores, markets, or even engaged in direct
exchanges with sellers. Transactions occurred through negotiation,
sometimes even involving price haggling, resulting in a personalized and
direct shopping experience.
3. Buying and Selling Practices:
- Negotiation art plays a crucial role in transactions.
- This direct interaction emphasizes trust and personal relationships,
creating a distinction from the more impersonal nature of modern
transactions.
4. Products of the Past:
- Compared to today's diversity, shopping in the past often revolved around
basic necessities.
- Fabric and handmade clothing, agricultural implements, fresh food, herbs
and medicinal plants were the essential items. Limited choices underscored
the practicality of shopping.
In summary, shopping in the past was primarily a community-based
and personalized experience, where significant relationships were as
important as the products themselves. While the methods may have
been simpler, the cultural significance and social aspects made it a
unique and integral part of daily life.
Nowadays
1. Shopping culture
+) Today's shopping culture has many notable characteristics and changes
compared to the past due to the influence of economy, technology social
and local cultural factors. As we have seen, online shopping is the biggest
change in shopping culture over the years.
+) Online shopping brings many advantages to consumers:
. Convenience and Flexibility:
. E-commerce websites operate 24/7, allowing buyers to shop at any time,
including during vacations or after-hours.
. Buyers can easily compare prices and quality of products between
different stores without having to move from one store to another.
. E-commerce sites often have large warehouses with many different
product options, thereby increasing the ability to find products that suit
personal needs and preferences.
. Buyers can read reviews and feedback from other consumers, helping
them make informed decisions and choose the right product.
. Delivery service is provided, helping buyers receive products at their
doorstep at their convenience. Some stores also offer express delivery
options within hours. roduct variety and the ability to compare prices.
2. Buying and selling methods of Vietnamese consumers:
Today, consumers tend to shop online on social networking platforms
such as shopee lazada tiktokshop…. Online shopping is the process in
which consumers directly purchase goods and that's where they can buy
anything, anytime, through just one screen. In Vietnam, in the period from
the beginning of 2020 to now, when the Covid-19 epidemic has
transformed many nuances from traditional sales models to online sales.
The number of online shoppers has increased rapidly and is almost replaced
the traditional forms of shopping.
Furthermore, when shopping online, we can use bank transfer to pay
quickly and easily. Honestly, paying by bank transfer is so popular that
even students can use it.
3. How to buy and sell today ?
Currently, these consumers often have two popular ways to buy goods:
direct purchases and online purchases. However, many people choose to
buy online instead of having to go directly to markets or stores and
shopping malls. shopping center to buy things.
. Direct shopping:
We have to go to stores or supermarkets to buy things. This helps us to
directly view the product and choose as we like. However, for many
people, going directly to the market, stores or supermarkets to buy things is
difficult because of their busy work.
. Online shopping:
+) Helps us comfortably choose the items we like. Not only that, online
shopping helps us save a lot of time.
+) We can use e-commerce sites like lazada, shopee, or local shopping
sites.
+) Trading via social networks.
+) Many people use social networking sites such as Facebook, Instagram
or Twitter to search and post sales information and order their items.
4. Changes in past and present products
Product changes between the past and present can depend on many
factors, including technological advances, cultural changes, market trends,
economy and human needs. Here are some examples:
. Technology: The development of technology has created many new
products and improved existing products. For example, mobile phones,
laptops and other information technology products have not only become
ubiquitous but also become indispensable.
. Food and nutrition: Consumers today often pay more attention to the
origin and quality of food. Culinary trends can also change, with many new
options and internationalization in cuisine.
. Fashion and lifestyle: Fashion trends often change over time. The
emergence of e-commerce and social media has increased the immediacy
of fashion and lifestyle trends.
*Kinh of shopping trends:
Firstly, The shopping trend is a vibrant issue in life today that is
loved by many people. Here are a few trends that our team knows
about:
[Link] of Online Shopping:
Consumers increasingly prefer online shopping for its convenience and
diverse product offerings. E-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Alibaba,
and various online shopping apps are becoming primary destinations for
transactions.
[Link] Shopping:
The trend towards sustainable shopping is gaining importance, with
consumers focusing on products and brands that have a positive impact on
the environment. Brands with sustainable strategies and transparent
sourcing practices tend to attract attention.
[Link] Media Shopping:
Social media is increasingly becoming a popular shopping platform,
with integrated advertising and shopping experiences on platforms like
Instagram and Facebook. Consumers often share and make direct purchases
through these platforms.
Consumer Buying Attitudes:
“No less important is the consumer's purchasing attitude.”
[Link] Experience:
Service Quality: This attitude focuses on user experience and service
quality, including the shopping interface, customer care, and the return
process.
[Link] and Awareness:
Brand Attention: Some customers pay attention to the brand and prefer
shopping from brands they trust.
Social Awareness: Some consumers are concerned about the social and
environmental impact of products, choosing brands with sustainable
strategies.
[Link] and Flexibility:
Online Convenience: The trend of online shopping is strengthening, and
customers expect flexibility and convenience in the online shopping
process.
[Link] and Security:
Safety Emphasis: With concerns about personal information security, many
customers prioritize shopping from reliable sources with high-security
measures.
[Link] and Offline Shopping Experience:
Online Shopping Preference: Many consumers increasingly prefer the
convenience and diverse choices of online shopping.
[Link] Care:
Customer Care Evaluation: This attitude emphasizes how businesses
handle and resolve customer issues, influencing customer loyalty.
These attitudes can vary based on factors such as location, age,
income, and specific preferences of individual consumers. To
understand more about buying attitudes, businesses often monitor and
research customer reactions closely.
*Changes in Consumer Numbers:
Finally, the number of people is indispensable because if a product
wants to sell well, it must always have support from everyone and
positive reviews. But the number of consumers always changes and
also depends on external factors, such as:
1. Increased Demand Due to the Pandemic:
In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, the face mask and
personal hygiene product industry experienced an unprecedented surge in
demand, with sales figures skyrocketing by hundreds of percent.
2. Shift to Electric Vehicle Market:
With growing environmental awareness, there has been a shift from
traditional gasoline vehicles to electric cars, resulting in a substantial
increase in the demand for electric vehicles.
