HL-2

Welcome! Please consider how your attitude affects your and other students' experiences of the lesson. 

Be respectful, come prepared, and show interest to have the best possible educational experience. 

🕒~5-10 minutes

On your whiteboard, complete the text by filling in the gaps with linking words.

In the digital age, privacy has become one of the most debated topics. (1) , many people enjoy the convenience of online services without understanding the risks involved. (2) , we often agree to terms and conditions without reading them carefully, giving companies access to our personal data.

(3) , the benefits of sharing our data are significant. (4) , companies can use this information to improve their services and offer better products. (5) , some people argue that data collection can lead to innovation and personalized experiences.

(6) , there are serious concerns about how this data is used. (7) , data breaches and the misuse of personal information have become common. (8) , many people feel uncomfortable with the idea that companies track their behavior without their explicit consent.

(9) , while data sharing can bring some benefits, it also comes with significant risks. (10) , it is essential to develop stricter regulations to protect online privacy.

Linking words (not in order)

• Additionally

• First

• Furthermore

• However

• Initially

• In contrast

• In conclusion

• On the one hand

• On the other hand

• To begin with

• Therefore

• To summarise

🕒~15 minutes

Discuss the questions with your classmates. Share what you talked about with the rest of the class. Take notes as needed.

• Is it ever ethical to conduct research on people who have limited power, resources or say in the matter?

• Do you think Henrietta Lacks and her family should have received financial compensation for the use of her cells?

• In today's society, is it possible to maintain privacy when using the internet?

• Do you feel coerced into using certain digital platforms (like Google or X) due to their widespread use? Explain your feelings.

• Should animals have the same ethical considerations as humans in research studies?