Summary
Coordinating meetings across different time zones can be a real challenge in today's global workplace. This lesson uses an engaging article to help you master the language needed to schedule effectively and communicate clearly with international colleagues.
Vocabulary
You'll learn essential terms like to pencil something in and asynchronous communication. The lesson also introduces useful related phrases such as to be on the same page and action items, vital for smooth collaboration.
Grammar
The grammar focus is on modals of suggestion and obligation. You'll practise using these to express necessity and recommendations politely, ensuring clear instructions when working with international teams.
Practical English
Develop your skills in finding a meeting time that works for everyone. You'll learn practical phrases like What does your availability look like for next week? and how to politely decline with I'm afraid I have a clash at that time.
Discussion
There's also a discussion activity to help you put your new language skills into practice, sharing your own experiences with global communication.
Reading
The lesson is based on an authentic article, providing a realistic context for understanding the challenges and solutions in global meeting communication.
