Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Online dating” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Understanding Online Dating
1. What is online dating?
2. How does online dating differ from traditional dating?
3. What are some popular online dating platforms?
4. What are the benefits of online dating?
5. Can you find serious relationships through online dating?

II. Creating a Profile
6. What should you include in your online dating profile?
7. How important are profile pictures?
8. Should you be completely honest in your profile?
9. How can you make your profile stand out?
10. What kind of information should you not put in your profile?

III. Communication
11. How do you start a conversation with someone online?
12. What are good topics to talk about in online dating?
13. How can you tell if someone is interested in you?
14. How do you keep a conversation going online?
15. What are some red flags in online communication?

IV. Safety and Privacy
16. How can you stay safe while online dating?
17. What privacy concerns should you consider?
18. Is it safe to meet someone you met online in person?
19. How can you identify a scammer?
20. Should you share your social media with someone you met online?

V. Meeting in Person
21. When is the right time to meet in person?
22. How should you prepare for a first date?
23. What are some good ideas for a first date?
24. How do you handle a bad first date?
25. What should you do after the first date?

VI. Challenges of Online Dating
26. What are some challenges of online dating?
27. How can you deal with rejection online?
28. What do you do if there’s no chemistry in person?
29. How can you manage expectations in online dating?
30. Is online dating more difficult for certain age groups?

VII. Success Stories
31. Do you know any successful relationships that started online?
32. What makes an online dating success story?
33. Can long-distance online relationships work?
34. How do you maintain a relationship that started online?
35. What advice would you give to someone who is new to online dating?

VIII. Cultural and Social Aspects
36. How is online dating perceived in your culture?
37. Has online dating become more accepted socially?
38. What impact has online dating had on traditional dating customs?
39. Are there cultural differences in how people use online dating platforms?
40. How do age and gender affect online dating experiences?

IX. Technology in Online Dating
41. How has technology changed online dating?
42. What role do algorithms play in online dating?
43. Can AI improve online dating experiences?
44. What are the latest technological trends in online dating?
45. Do you think virtual reality will play a role in online dating?

X. Ethics and Morality
46. Is there an ethical way to date online?
47. How do you approach ghosting in online dating?
48. What are the moral considerations of online dating?
49. How can you be respectful in online dating?
50. What are the ethical implications of dating apps’ data usage?

XI. Impact on Society
51. How has online dating impacted relationships and society?
52. What are the social implications of online dating?
53. Has online dating improved or worsened relationship dynamics?
54. What societal changes have been influenced by online dating?
55. How does online dating affect concepts of love and romance?

XII. Personal Experiences
56. What has been your experience with online dating?
57. What is the most memorable interaction you’ve had through online dating?
58. Have your perceptions of online dating changed over time?
59. What lessons have you learned from online dating?
60. Would you recommend online dating to others? Why or why not?