Introduction

In this first section we look at what the sharing economy, or gig economy as it’s also called, really means. We’ll take a look at why the emphasis is on sharing, and what it is that people are sharing.
This economy works slightly differently and so issues like job rights and protection come up. We ask whether or not this is a viable long-term employment solution. But first, let’s have a look at part time jobs for students.

This first section contains 6 steps. Work them through step by step.

Step

Activity

 

 

Introduction

Find out what you already know.

Step 1

Speaking 

Answer questions about jobs. Discuss these with a classmate. Tick names of gig economy list. Explain what these organisations do.

Step 2

Watching

Watch a video about the Sharing Economy. Answer questions.

Step 3

Reading 

Make a note of five disadvantages of this way of working. Read a text and answer questions in your own words.

Step 4

Words

Choose correct definition of some words from the text. Complete sentences with these words.

Step 5

Grammar

Theory about inversions. Two exercises about inversions.

Step 6

Task

Create with a classmate a sharing economy app for shopping delivery. Brainstorm about ideas.

 

Evaluation

Reflecting on what you have learned.

 

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