Do you like working remotely?
A) Warm up: working remotely
- Do you work or study remotely?
- If you don’t would you like to? Why?
Brainstorm: What do you need for your home office?
B) Vocabulary: match the words and phrases with their meaning
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remote work
C) Reading and Listening: Remote Work
Before Reading:
- What do you think are the main reasons remote work is popular?”
Listen to the audio below while reading the text and fill in the blanks with the correct word or phrase below. Listen as many times as you need.
collaboration I remote work I flexibility I distractions
work-life balance I productivity I commute I freelancer
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Many people are exploring the option of , enjoying the benefits it can offer. One major advantage is the that comes with working from home. For some, being a allows them to set their own schedule, which can enhance their overall . Without the need to , remote workers save both time and energy, which can be invested in their tasks instead.
However, not everything about remote work is perfect. Some struggle with at home, which can make it difficult to stay focused. It’s also essential to maintain , ensuring that work doesn’t completely take over personal time. Even though technology makes possible, communicating through screens can sometimes feel less personal than face-to-face interactions. Despite these challenges, many find that the benefits of working remotely outweigh the negatives.
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D) Discussion:
- What do you think is the biggest advantage of remote work?
- What are the main challenges of working from home?
- Do you think remote workers have a good work-life balance?
- Should companies used software to monitor remote employees?
- How can companies help their employees stay productive when working from home?”
- Employers now want to have employees back in the office claiming that it can increase productivity. Do you agree of disagree with this statement? Explain.
- Is the hybrid work model the future of remote work?
E) Writing: You must be logged in to write/comment.Write a short paragraph on the pros and cons of working remotely.
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What are the pros and cons or working remotely?
Write 100 to 200 words
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F) Research:
A) Research the remote work laws in your country. Are these laws good for employers, workers or both?
B) Choose a country where you would like to live and research if the they have any digital nomad visas. Look into: benefits, taxes, length of visa, etc.
