Paul Holmes -
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“School” ESL Discussion Questions

I. School Life
1. What is your daily routine like at school?
2. What subjects do you enjoy the most and why?
3. How important are extracurricular activities in school?
4. What role do teachers play in your school life?
5. How do you deal with homework and studying?

II. Education System
6. What do you think of the education system in your country?
7. How are schools different in other countries?
8. Should schools focus more on practical skills or academic knowledge?
9. What changes would you like to see in the education system?
10. How does the education system prepare you for the future?

III. Social Aspects of School
11. How important are friends at school?
12. Have you ever experienced bullying in school? How did you handle it?
13. How do schools support social development?
14. What are the benefits of group projects in school?
15. How can schools be more inclusive?

IV. Technology in Education
16. How is technology used in your school?
17. What are the benefits and drawbacks of technology in education?
18. Should students be allowed to use smartphones in class?
19. How do online resources complement traditional teaching?
20. What role will technology play in the future of education?

V. Challenges in School
21. What are some common challenges students face in school?
22. How do you handle academic pressure?
23. What can schools do to help students with mental health issues?
24. How do you balance schoolwork with other responsibilities?
25. What advice would you give to someone struggling in school?

VI. School Environment
26. What is the physical environment of your school like?
27. How important is a safe and clean school environment?
28. What improvements can be made to your school’s facilities?
29. How does the school environment affect learning?
30. What role do parents play in the school community?

VII. Life Skills and School
31. What life skills does school teach you?
32. How important is learning about financial literacy in school?
33. Should schools teach more about health and wellness?
34. How can schools better prepare students for the real world?
35. What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned in school?

VIII. School Policies
36. What do you think about school dress codes?
37. Should schools have stricter discipline policies?
38. How do school policies affect student behavior?
39. What school policy would you change if you could?
40. How do schools ensure fairness and equality?

IX. Preparing for the Future
41. How does school prepare you for college or a career?
42. What are your plans after finishing school?
43. How important are grades for your future?
44. What advice would you give to someone choosing a career path?
45. How do you make decisions about your future career?

X. Cultural and Global Perspectives
46. How does school teach you about different cultures?
47. Should schools have more global perspectives in their curriculum?
48. What can you learn from international student exchange programs?
49. How do cultural differences impact education?
50. What is the importance of learning a second language in school?

XI. Creativity and Innovation
51. How do schools encourage creativity and innovation?
52. Should arts and music be a larger part of the curriculum?
53. How can schools support students with unique talents?
54. What role does critical thinking play in education?
55. How can schools foster an environment of innovation?

XII. Health and Well-being
56. How important is physical education in schools?
57. What are schools doing to support students’ mental health?
58. How does nutrition play a role in learning?
59. What wellness programs should be included in schools?
60. How can schools promote a healthy lifestyle among students?

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