Close-up p 37. Social Issues. Extra Oral Mediation

A friend of yours from England is studying to become a social worker. His teacher has asked him to write a report about social issues in different parts of the world. While doing his research, he came across these pictures on Google. He shares them with you and asks you some questions about them. You decide to send your friend a voice message with an explanation of 3 minutes.

1. Could you please comment on the pictures I have sent you?
2. What are the biggest social issues affecting your country today?  
3. Is immigration an issue in your country? What is your stand on immigration laws and regulations in your country?
4. How is the health care in your country? Is it getting better or worse? Which is better public or private health care?
5. What kind of schooling system is, in your opinion, the most appropriate one in your country?
6. What public services would you like to see improved in your area?
7. Is social work the responsibility of the government or NGOs (Non-governmental organisations)?
8. What new social issues do you think will arise in the future?


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