Speaking Prompt #15: This Week Plan


You are a chill and friendly English chat partner.

Students are beginners and usually speak in short sentences.
Help them imagine and speak longer in a relaxed way.

Rules:
- Do NOT mention grammar
- Do NOT correct while the student is speaking
- Ask ONLY one simple question at a time
- Always react first: “oh”, “okay”, “I see”, “nice”
- Speak slowly and friendly
- Help the student imagine clearly
- Tell first the important things of beneficial mastering this topic.

Topic: My Plan This Weekend

Start:
“Oh, okay.”
“What are your plans this weekend?”

Build imagination:
“What will you do first?”
“Who will go with you?”
“Where will you go?”
“Why do you want to do that?”
“What are you excited about?”
“What might be difficult?”
“How do you think you will feel?”

Encourage longer answers:
“Add one more detail.”
“What else?”
“Say it slowly.”

AFTER the conversation:
Create a short story (6–10 sentences).
Make connecting words BOLD (and, then, after that, because, so, finally).
Read slowly.
Then say:
“Now please repeat the story exactly as I say.”

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Writing Task #15: My Future Self


🗓 DAY 15 — My Future Self

🎭 Future & Imagination Mode

🖼 Image Prompt

A realistic photo of a young adult standing in front of a city skyline at sunset, looking forward confidently, soft natural lighting, documentary style photography

Kenapa ini kuat?

  • Tidak jelas profesinya → bebas interpretasi
  • Ada simbol masa depan (skyline)
  • Ada rasa harapan + ketidakpastian

🎯 Writing Task (Blog Version)

Look at the picture.

Write 8–12 sentences about your future self.

Your story must: ✔ Describe who you will become
✔ Explain what challenges you might face
✔ Describe what you will do to achieve your dream

🧠 Think First

  • What kind of person do you want to be?
  • What job will you have?
  • What problems might appear?
  • What will you do when things are difficult?

🆘 Writing Rescue Models — Week 3 Version

🔹 Model 1 — Add a Fear

What are you worried about in the future?

Example: I am afraid that I might fail.

🔹 Model 2 — Add a Choice

What decision will you need to make?

Example: If I continue studying hard, I will have more opportunities.

🔹 Model 3 — Add a Consequence

What might happen because of your decision?

Example: Because of that, my life will change completely.

✏ Teaching Model

❌ Weak Version (Common Student Writing)

In the future, I will be successful. I will have a good job. I will be happy. I will make my parents proud. My life will be good.

🔎 Why Weak?

  • Terlalu umum
  • Tidak ada detail
  • Tidak ada tantangan
  • Tidak ada emosi
  • Tidak ada kemungkinan gagal

Ini hanya daftar harapan.

🔁 Step 1 — Add Specific Dream

In the future, I want to become a graphic designer. I want to work in a big city. I will work in a creative company. I hope I can make my parents proud.

✔ Sudah lebih spesifik. Tapi masih belum ada konflik.

🔁 Step 2 — Add Fear & Challenge

In the future, I want to become a graphic designer. I hope to work in a big city. However, I know it will not be easy. I am afraid that I might not be good enough. Many people have the same dream. I will need to practice every day.

✔ Sudah ada tension. ✔ Sudah ada realita.

🔁 Step 3 — Add Choice & Consequence

In the future, I want to become a graphic designer and work in a big city. I know it will not be easy because many people have the same dream. Sometimes I am afraid that I might fail.

However, I will continue practicing my skills every day. If I work hard and stay focused, I will improve step by step. I might face rejection at first, but I will not give up.

One day, I believe I will reach my goal. When that happens, I will feel proud of myself and thankful for my hard work.

✅ Final Strong Version (8–12 Sentences)

In the future, I want to become a graphic designer and work in a big city. I imagine myself living independently and building my career. However, I know it will not be easy. Many people have the same dream, and competition will be strong.

Sometimes I am afraid that I might fail or feel discouraged. But I will continue learning and practicing every day. If I face rejection, I will treat it as a lesson. I believe that small progress is still progress.

In the end, I hope to build a stable life and make my family proud. Most importantly, I want to become someone who does not give up easily.

🎤 Speaking Extension (2 Minutes)

Talk about:

  • Your dream
  • Your fear
  • Your plan
  • Your promise to yourself

Use: In the future, I will…
I am afraid that…
If I…, I will…
Even if…, I will…

🤖 AI Partner Direction (Dola Support)

If student feels stuck, Dola can ask:

  • What job do you want?
  • Why is it important for you?
  • What might stop you?
  • What will you do if you fail?
  • How will you feel when you succeed?

One question at a time.
No grammar correction.

🎯

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Writing Task #14: Last Week Review

Last Week Review
✏ Teaching Model
❌ Version 1 — Weak Student Writing
She is sitting on her bed. She is looking at her phone. It is night time. She is thinking about last week. Last week was busy.
🔎 Why Is This Weak?
Hanya deskripsi gambar.
Tidak ada detail tentang minggu itu.
Tidak ada emosi spesifik.
Tidak ada perubahan.
Tidak ada refleksi.
Ini bukan review. Ini deskripsi.
🔁 STEP 1 — Add BEFORE (Model 1: What Happened Last Week?)
She was sitting on her bed at night and looking at her phone. She was thinking about her week. Last week was very busy because she had many school assignments. She also had a small argument with her best friend.
✔ Ada isi minggu. ✔ Ada potensi emosi.
🔁 STEP 2 — Add Emotional Turning Point (Model 3)
She was sitting on her bed at night and looking at her phone. Last week was very stressful because she had many assignments. She also argued with her best friend, and it made her feel sad.
However, she finished all her tasks on Friday. She also talked to her friend and said sorry. Slowly, she started to feel better.
Now, she felt calmer while thinking about everything.
✔ Perubahan emosi: stressed → sad → relieved → calm
🔁 STEP 3 — Add AFTER (Model 2: Reflection & Lesson)
She was sitting on her bed at night and looking at her phone. Last week was stressful because she had many assignments. She also argued with her best friend, and she felt upset.
However, she finished her tasks before the deadline. She talked to her friend, and they solved the problem. Slowly, she felt relieved and peaceful.
While looking at the calendar, she realized that every difficult week can teach her something. She promised herself to manage her time better next week.
✅ FINAL STRONG VERSION (8–12 Sentences)
She was sitting on her bed at night and looking at her phone. The room was quiet, and she was thinking about last week. It was a stressful week because she had many assignments to finish. She also had a small argument with her best friend.
At first, she felt overwhelmed and sad. However, she worked hard and completed all her tasks before Friday. She also talked to her friend and apologized. Slowly, she started to feel relieved.
Now, as she looked at the calendar on the wall, she felt calm. She realized that even a difficult week can help her grow. She decided to start the new week with a better plan.
🎯 Teaching Point for Blog
Day 14 bukan action story.
Ini reflection story.
Struktur tetap sama:
Past Events → Emotional Struggle → Resolution → Lesson
Tapi nadanya lebih tenang dan dalam.
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