Let the next forum member write their first impression of the previous one.

Topic: Human behavior: feelings and emotions

“What do you feel?”

Human beings experience different types of emotions and feelings as we

react to our thoughts and triggers from others and the outside world. Some estimates
show that we can express up to 1000 nuances of emotion.

Identifying and labeling your emotions and feelings as you experience them
can be helpful when you want to figure out which emotional states you slip into
under various circumstances, which states support feelings of well-being, and which
ones inhibit you socially, mentally, and even spiritually. From there, you can
identify which types of emotional self-care you need to practice in the situation you
are experiencing to restore equilibrium.

We tend to classify and judge emotional states as positive or negative, but

that is not accurate. The energy moving through us is neither good nor bad. For
example, joy may be considered desirable and sadness undesirable, even if sadness
is the most appropriate response. Feeling anger when violated is a normal,
instinctual response. How you choose to behave when angry is another story.

There is also some confusion about whether emotions and feelings are the
same thing. We often use the words interchangeably, showing just how intertwined
the mindbody connection is. Emotions and feelings may be intimately connected,
but they are not the same thing. They occur in different regions of the brain.

Identify the differences between feelings and emotions.

Imagine and describe the situations where you would show these emotions:

Happiness
Sadness
Fear
Disgust
Anger
Surprise
Embarrassment
 Guilt
Pride in achievement
Shame
Topic: Human behavior: why do people tell lies?
“Bitter truth or sweet lie”
We live in a world filled with deceptive practices in everything from
advertising to relationships. Most people would be shocked at the amount of lies
that assault their ears each day! We live in a world where honesty is not always the
best policy, while a convincing lie is the normal practice.
“If we were all bluntly honest all of the time, life would be miserable.”
What do you think of this statement? Do you agree? Share your thoughts
with us.
“Liar, Liar: We All Lie, but Why?”
Make a list of reasons why people lie.
Read the following situations. How would you handle these situations?
a) Your girlfriend / boyfriend has prepared dinner. But after the first
spoonful, you realized that dinner, to put it mildly, is "not very good." What will
you do in this situation: tell the truth or lie".
b) You found out that your best friend's boyfriend / girlfriend cheated on
him.
c) You and your friends are going to a prestigious club with a strict dress
code. But your friend dressed completely tasteless and asks you "how do you like
my outfit". What will you answer him?

Topic: Leisure and lifestyle

“My ideal daily routine”
Successful people know how to organize their daily routine in order to be
successful.
Read the suggested articles.
https://www.inc.com/bryan-adams/6-celebrity-morning-rituals-to-help-you-
kick-ass.html
https://medium.com/daily-routines-of-successful-people/bill-gates-daily-
routine-fb64df94a175
 Using the daily routine of successful people as an example, create YOUR
IDEAL DAILY ROUTINE.
What habits would you like to introduce into your daily routine? Why do
you think it is so important to start your day right?
Topic: Men, women and relationships

“Men are from Mars, women are from Venus”

Many psychologists describe men and women as two completely opposite

species that should coexist in our world. Yes, that’s true – we react and treat
situations in various ways, we often don’t coincide at all – and it’s natural, it’s
something we cannot change, but can and must accept, expect and respect to build
strong harmonious relationships.

Make a table of the main differences between a man and a woman according
to the following criteria:

1. Physiology

2. The “Channel” of love

3. Social influences

4. Values

5. Logic or intuition
6. Rational thinking or feelings

7. Achievements or relationships

8. Focus on the essence or focus on details

Conclude from your table.

Topic: Dating and matchmaking events

“My first date”

 Nowadays, the way of meeting people has changed a lot. With the impact of
social networks, online methods to meet new people have increased and got much
more fashionable than other traditional ways as meeting people in a bar or at work.

Make a list of the pros and cons of online and traditional dating.

Which type of dating is more appealing to you?

Imagine you could go on a date with anyone - a famous actor or a scientist.

Describe your first date.

Who is that person? Where would it take place? What would you talk
about?

Topic: Family matters

“Is family important?”

Nowadays people don't pay much attention to their families. Often they
prefer a successful career, travels and much more.

Why is it so important to have a family?

Family values are the foundation of a family which is formed by customs,

traditions and relationship patterns. All these are passed on from older to younger
generations, changing from time to time, but the basic family values always remain
the same. A family cannot exist without a certain set of values, and family values
lose their meaning if the family unit is not created.
Make your own list of the most important family values.

Think of 5 interesting family traditions to diversify everyday life and bring

family members closer together.

Topic: Money matters & how to manage money wisely

“Born to spend can't save”

Many people, when faced with financial problems, have not been able to
solve them for quite some time. A common reason why this happens is that they
simply do not know how to manage their money properly. It is therefore important
to learn the basics of financial literacy, which will normalise the situation even with
a small salary. But a lack of knowledge can easily lead to persistent debts, even with
a good income.

Read the article.

https://moneystrands.com/10-steps-manage-money-right-way/

Based on the suggested tips, imagine a situation, you have a stable job
where you earn $ 500 every month. How would you manage your money?

Topic: To multitask or not to multitask

“Carpe diem”

You’ve already finished high school. You’ve left home and become a
college or university student. The world seems to be yours and you are the best
person to shape your destiny. Whoa. Not that fast. Although your educators say
“Carpe diem” (meaning to grasp the chance you’ve got now), they expect heaps of
things from you. How can you “carpe diem” when you have so much to learn?

If you had the opportunity to return to your first year at university, what
time management tips would you give yourself so that you have time for productive
study and “carpe diem”?

Topic: “Leaders and leadership”

“Leadership issue”

The topic of leadership is gaining popularity and continues to monetize well.

An area of leadership development with a plethora of books, seminars, courses,
videos and executive coaching has grown into a billion dollar industry worldwide.
Leadership is positioned as a guarantor of building a successful career and
developing your own business.

Write a short essay where you reveal the questions of who is a leader, what
qualities he should have, whether you consider yourself a leader.

Imagine if Apple didn't have a boss. What kind of future would await this
company?
 Topic: “Fashion, culture, identity and consumerism”

“Following fashion, as a manifestation of individuality or imitation”

Fashion trends are based on consumer preferences, morality and the level of
development of society in a specific period of time. Fashion changes depending on
the seasons and moods in society. We can safely say that it is a mirror reflecting
society.

By following their needs, people grab onto innovation to fulfill their

aspirations and stand out from the crowd. Fashion promotes self-affirmation, but the
paradoxical fact is that the higher the interest in fashion, the more self-doubt is
manifested in a person, since “the mass of the individual conscious personality
disappears”.

Today, fashion has no definite boundaries and functions. It can serve as a

way to demonstrate social status, be a form of self-realization, a creative "release of
energy" or simply a psychotherapeutic tool. Clothes often provide, among other
things, psychological comfort, which is especially in demand in modern society.

Expand the concepts of "Fashion" and "Style". Do you always have to

follow fashion? How do you reveal your personality through style?

Topic: “Modern communication”

“Netiquette”
Progress is moving forward by leaps and bounds. Until recently, the
computer was mainly used for work or play. And we had no communication
problems. We spent half our lives in lines, traveling. Only one drawback - with
friends from other cities and countries, we called up once every six months. And
only for five minutes, otherwise we then received an invoice with six-digit amounts.

Today, thanks to the development of technology, it has become possible to

make purchases in online stores, solve a number of administrative issues and, of
course, actively communicate on the Internet. And there is no need to go out, visit a
neighbor or work colleague to exchange news. You can do this at home, sitting on
your favorite armchair or sofa.

Make a list of 10 rules of how to communicate online and 10 things you

shouldn't do online.
 Topic: “Leisure and lifestyle: how to socialize”

“User's manual”

Normal human activity is directly related to his presence in society. It has

been proven that it is in the presence of communication with people that a person
feels full, important, necessary, he does not suffer from loneliness and the
impossibility of manifesting his abilities and emotions. The process of socialization
of a person involves the integration of a person into the social system by acquiring
skills and knowledge about the norms and rules of behavior and interaction in
society. Passing this, a person develops, a certain thinking is formed in him.

Write a Small Guide for an antisocial person. “How to Chat, Have Fun, and
Make Friends”.

Topic: “Sleepy people – the danger of sleep deprivation”

“Counting Sheep”

Most people who don't get enough sleep on a regular basis deny that
sleepiness affects their performance and mood.

Others dream of sleep as a luxury. Such people know that they feel better
when they get enough sleep and look like a broken trough after a sleepless night.
This is because proper sleep actually improves memory and active brain activity.
Without proper rest, it is impossible to do what you want - neither physically nor
mentally. Many factories run out of business all week can sleep off over the
weekend. But you won't be able to make up for lost time - two days off are too few
to get rid of a week's fatigue.

What are the consequences of sleep deprivation?

Suggest ways of avoiding sleep deprivation.

Topic: “Challenges facing young people today: substance abuse”

“Dry January”
 Prohibition, which has been in effect in the United States for 13 years, has,
as you know, brought the country much more problems and disappointments than
positive and improved health of the nation. Memories of those times were not very
bright: America both drank before the Prohibition, and continued during and after.

The only positive moment that the chroniclers of those times remember is
probably the emergence of cocktails. True, they began to mix them not because of a
good life, but only then to cover up the disgusting taste of contraband (or
homemade) alcohol with pleasant ingredients, which could kill before forming the
habit of “consuming”.

The experience of the Americans - although it did not teach humanity

anything - turned out to be an infectious thing: many countries are still testing their
options for fighting the "green serpent".

If you had a chance to introduce an official "Dry January" law, would you
use it? Why?

What preventive measures would you put in place to combat substance

abuse?

Topic: Marriage and related issues

“I said yes?”

Many people around the world consider marriage one of the most important
things in their lives.
However, while marriage has some benefits, it also entails many serious
problems.

Imagine a situation where you are asked to marry. And you face the choice
of tying the knot of marriage or continuing to enjoy your freedom.

Make a list of the pros and cons of marriage.

"Will I say yes?"

Falling in love does not mean the same set of values. And this can be the
cause of grievances and misunderstandings. Marriage creates new obstacles to the
relationship that can arise after a happy engagement or "courtship" period.
 Before getting engaged and getting married, it's important to clarify with
your partner your vision for the relationship. This can bring you closer together and
enable you to better understand your future spouse.

Make up your most important questions for your partner to answer before
you get married.

2.4. Опытная апробация эвристических заданий в информационно-

коммуникативном пространстве (на примере учебной дисциплины
«Практика иноязычного общения»).
Для реализации спроектированных эвристических заданий по
дисциплине «Практика иноязычного общения» для 4 курса была выбрана
образовательная платформа MOODLE.
Темы заданий были выбраны согласно учебной программе данной
дисциплины и их актуальности.
Задания были размещены на платформу с определённым сроком
deadline.
Задание:
Topic: Leisure and lifestyle
“My ideal daily routine”
Successful people know how to organize their daily routine in order to be
successful.
Read the suggested articles.
https://www.inc.com/bryan-adams/6-celebrity-morning-rituals-to-help-you-
kick-ass.html
https://medium.com/daily-routines-of-successful-people/bill-gates-daily-
routine-fb64df94a175
Using the daily routine of successful people as an example, create YOUR
IDEAL DAILY ROUTINE.
What habits would you like to introduce into your daily routine? Why do
you think it is so important to start your day right?
Ответ:
«MY IDEAL DAILY ROUTINE
I'm a firm advocate and believer in that. It's long been touted that if you win
the morning, you win the day.
In the morning, you need to recharge your energy, so my morning starts
with physical activity. I used to run in the morning, but now I don't have time for it
yet. But every day I wake up at 5: 30-6: 00 in the morning and do exercises with
stretching elements. After charging, I hold a plank pose for a minute three times.
Only then do I go to wash my face and brush my teeth. To start digestion, I
always drink a glass of water on an empty stomach. To recharge my positive
energy, I perform several spiritual practices. Affirmations are positively charged
affirmations, thanks, and visualizations of the goals I'm aiming for. I also love
breakfast, every day I cook it with great pleasure and enjoy the morning silence.
Every evening, I write a plan for the next day, so after my morning rituals, I
know what to do during the day. Writing a plan helps me better navigate my
business and get much more done than I would without it. I also read different
books and train during the day.
I believe that the key to an ideal day is a productive morning, planning, and
sufficient rest between tasks.Adequate sleep and daily routines are also important
factors for performance and mood throughout the day. Our body needs rest and
sleep should be mandatory at night.». Александра.

«During the study-time my everyday routine is a real humdrum. I just wake

up, drink a cup of coffee, and go to the Uni, then do some work. It's a vicious circle.
But now when I have less classes, when I don't have to wake up early my
everyday habits are changing. And continue to stay the same until Uni burst into life
again.
OK. I wake up at 8. It is early for me but in summer it is a pleasure to wake
up until it is too hot. I drink a cup of coffee and go to the gym. I spend about an
hour there and go home to have an every day “stand up call” at work. Then I cook
my breakfast. It’s difficult to call it breakfast but I don't like eating just when I open
my eyes in the morning. I keep a healthy way of style and my breakfast always
stays the same. It is oatmeal with different fruits.
Then I do my work, have some calls with colleagues. I finish my work at
approximately 18 and have my free time.
Difficult to say what I do then because every day is different. Sometimes I
go out with my friend/friends, watch films, do a hobby, or read a book. I like being
busy and i can't spend my day just lying on the sofa and eating.» Полина.

«MY IDEAL DAILY ROUTINE

9 a.m - i sleep
11 a.m - I sleep
12 a.m. - I'm on the phone
1 p.m. sweet sleep
 3 p.m - time to eat
5 p.m. - film time
7 p.m - tik tok time
9 p.m - tik tok time
11 p.m. sweet sleep
I start my morning early at 7 am. My day starts with yoga and exercise. After
that, I go to a refreshing shower.
Then I write spokespeople for the most important plans for the day. Since there
is maximum brain activity in the morning, I try to learn something new, for example
English.
Then at 10 am I start my first meal. This is oatmeal with almond milk or toast
with red fish and poached egg.
I try to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Then from 11 am to 4 pm I do the work tasks that are the most important in my
plan. These are mainly studies and some work tasks.
After intense brain activity, I relax, turn on mantras, meditate, drink freshly
squeezed juice.
Towards evening, I try to make time for my family and friends. I go to the
cinema or sit in a cafe.
I end my day with the gratitude of the universe. I take a shower and read a book
before bed.
In my normal daily routine, I would like to devote more time to rest, because I
work very hard and drink more water, and then my daily routine is perfect.
I believe that it is very important to start your day right, because in the morning
you create a positive mood for yourself for the whole day.» Вера.

В ходе анализа ответов по этому заданию, можно сделать вывод, что

все учащиеся «прониклись» заданием. Каждый написал подробный ответ
своего ежедневного распорядка дня и использовал данные ссылок на статьи.
Однако не все учащиеся ответили на все заданные вопросы. Так как основное
задание было составить свой идеальный распорядок дня, многие
акцентировали внимание именно на нём, забыв про дополнительные вопросы.
Тем не менее, было удовлетворительно, что ответы оказались «живые», а не
скопированные с тематических сайтов.

Задание:
Topic: People and relationships: character and personality
 “Is face-ism spoiling your life?”
Each of you has had a situation when the first impression of a person let you
down.
Unlike most kinds of prejudices, we are both the victims and the villains of
face-ism: everyone will have judged someone else unfairly, based on their
appearance, and we’ve all been judged in return.
Read the article.
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150707-is-faceism-spoiling-your-life
Based on the material in the article, give a definition of "Face-ism".
Imagine the situation: You are the CEO of a prestigious company. You are
on the lookout for an employee for a management position. You are faced with a
choice between two decent people. The first is an employee who is self-confident,
charismatic, has leadership qualities, and is self-assured, but not particularly
intelligent. The second has a flexible mind, a lot of experience, two university
degrees, highly skilled, but he possesses no leadership qualities and is quiet and
unnoticeable.
How would you act in this situation? Who would you choose? Why?
Forum: False first impression
Do you have any experience of a false first impression? Share your story.
Let the next forum member write their first impression of the previous one.

Ответы:
«Faсe-ism – is the attribution of certain qualities to a person because of his
appearance. These prejudices can affect a person's life and career, and more
beautiful and friendly facial features can serve as an advantage in many cases,
including lawsuits. And hostile and negative traits can harm a person in their career
or in their progress through life.
I would choose a second employee, charisma and leadership are very good
qualities, but for lack of intelligence and qualifications, you will not last long. I
believe that any qualities can be developed, it is only a matter of time and the
amount of effort invested. Therefore, I choose a second employee, with the prospect
of developing the missing qualities during the working process through various
work to improve skills.» Александра.
«The term "face-ism" was initially defined in a 1983 study in which facial
prominence was measured by a "Face-ism index", which is the ratio of two linear
measurements, with the distance from the top of the head to the lowest visible point
of the chin being the numerator and the distance from the top of the head to the
lowest visible part of the body the denominator. It was found that across societies
and time, facial prominence of men has been much higher than that of women.
First of all, I would say that I would be a bad boss, since it is very difficult
to make such decisions, due to the possibility of one of the employees being
deceived.
And this situation is very sensitive.
So we have two employees, one charismatic, self-confident, but not very
smart, the second is smart, calculating, but quiet and timid.
And I would do a very extraordinary thing. For one week, maybe two, I am
appointing a charismatic person with leadership qualities to a leadership position. In
most cases, too much self-confidence and leads to stupidity and not listening to your
colleagues. Knowing this, we can conclude that a person will screw up sooner or
later. I think 2 weeks will be enough.
After he messes up, a quiet and shy person who knows the solution to this
problem becomes the head of the department. But it will be easier for him to do
everything himself, since there are no leadership qualities here. And then, in order
to solve the problem, I appoint to the post of the deputy, that self-confident leader,
with a note that he has a chance to become the head of the department again. And
then they start working together.
You will say, but one may be angry with the other, for the fact that he took
his place. Yes, but if you swap them along the way, that is, change them with meta
every six months, then the conflict will be settled. + they will become an ideal
team.»

«Face-ism focuses on a person's appearance. If we talk about the proposed situation,

then I would take both employees, but on a trial period, teach them everything you
need to know and be able to, and then see who copes better with the tasks. To the
one who did worse, I would explain all his mistakes and why we can't hire him.»

С данным заданием половина учащихся справилась частично. Так как

первая часть задания предусматривала ознакомиться со статьёй, а затем дать
собственное определение понятию «Face-ism». 60% испытуемых дали ответ
скопировав определение из интернета. По итогу ответ на задание не был
защитан.
Что касается задания, где нужно было представить ситуацию, то
каждый учащийся справился с этим заданием удовлетворительно. Высказал
своё мнение, дал оценку ситуации. По результатам ответов можно сделать
вывод, что каждый «вжился» в роль.
 В третьей части данного задания все учащиеся приняли участие в
обсуждении на форуме.
 ЗАКЛЮЧЕНИЕ
В современном стремительно изменяющемся информационном мире
возникла потребность в организации системы обучения, которая приблизит
смысл и цели обучения к индивидуальным творческим возможностям
учащихся. В настоящее время одним из самых популярных инновационных
методов является эвристический метод обучения. Реализация этого метода
посредством эвристических технологий способствует развитию
когнитивных, креативных и оргдеятельностных качеств личности в
самореализации.
Целью данного исследования послужило проектирование и
реализация эвристически заданий в информационно-коммуникативном
пространстве.
В ходе данной работы цель достигнута через реализацию
поставленных задач.
Во-первых, было изучено понятие эвристического обучения, что
заключает в себе образовательную деятельность, основанную на
самостоятельном поиске информации, конструировании собственного
смысла, собственных целей и организации образования. Эвристическое
обучение даёт возможность каждому ученику определить свой
индивидуальный путь в образовании, в диалоге с тем, что сделано
человечеством, позволяет проявить творческую активность в процессе
обучения. Данная система обучения гарантирует каждому учащемуся
освоение стандарта образования и продвижение на более высокий уровень
обучения.
Во-вторых, были рассмотрены формы и методы эвристического
обучения, которые используются для реализации естественных потребностей
учащегося в общении, самосознании, самореализации и любознательности.
Следует отметить, что согласно теории Короля А.Д.: «диалоговый метод в
организации эвристического обучения создает необходимые и достаточные
условия для успешного формирования у учеников опыта творческой
деятельности и эмоционально-ценностного отношения к действительности,
позволяет учащемуся ставить перед собой учебные и жизненные цели,
успешно реализовывать их, выбирая индивидуальную образовательную
траекторию» [8,с.19].
В-третьих, оценка современного информационно-коммуникативного
пространства показала, что социальные коммуникации формируют новую
социальную реальность, которая движет жизнью общества и создает
условия, обеспечивающие скоростной доступ к информационно-
познавательной базе знаний и беспрепятственному
использованию этих знаний по мере необходимости. На информационном
уровне человек удовлетворяет свои потребности в познании нового,
актуализации или раскрытии своих талантов и способностей в творчестве,
самосовершенствовании. Формирование эвристических качеств личности
субъектов учебного процесса наиболее эффективно в информационно-
коммуникативном пространстве с использованием дистанционных форм и
методов обучения.
В-четвертых, была изучена технология, описанная в монографии
Короля А.Д. «Педагогика диалога: от методологии к методам обучения».
Согласно его работе, эвристическое обучение реализуется в три этапа. На
первом – учащийся познаёт исследуемую область действительности. На
втором этапе – созданный учащимся личностный первичный
образовательный продукт (например: гипотеза, текстовое сообщение, знак,
поделка, рисунок) сопоставляется под руководством учителя с
существующими аналогами. На третьем – учащийся переоценивает
созданный им продукт, сравнивает и достраивает его до обобщенного
образовательного продукта, который включается в предмет новой
деятельности школьника.
С учётом изученной технологии проектирования и создания
эвристических заданий были разработаны и апробированы эвристические
задания по учебной дисциплине «Практика иноязычного общения» для 4
курса.
При проектировании заданий было учтено, что интернет-занятия дают
наиболее эффективный результат, если образовательный продукт учащегося -
дискуссия, вопрос, доказательство. Применение эвристического метода
обучения английскому языку идеально для развития творческих
способностей учащихся параллельно с приобретением ими языковых знаний
и навыков. Использование эвристических методов по дисциплине «Практика
иноязычного общения» способствует не только формированию и развитию
творческих и коммуникативных навыков учащихся, но и активизирует
изученный лексический и грамматический материал.