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Depending on what the speaker wants the type of speech he is going to apply.

Depending on what he wants to convey the language he is going to use.

The purpose is crucial in terms of motivation

Why do you think the purpose was my first choice?

Why is it so important in speaking?

What can it determine?

The onion theory / the television theory

We have to be aware of…. The people we are addressing our speech to. The appropriate register we should use with them. The choice of language. The topics we can tackle when speaking. The type of body language we are going to use or not.

. Hey guys

. You are a hick! Don’t blame at others, it’s your fault!

. I’d like to talk to you later, if possible

. Wow, it’s awesome!

. I’m currently living downtown but I used to live in the outskirts of the city.. Are you crazy?. Birds are better pets than cats because they are cleaner.

Is the cigarrette good or bad for health?Do you like cumbia or classical music?Where do you prefer to live, in the city or the countryside?Can you describe your pet?Do you like dancing?What is better a dog or a cat?

(real topics for discussion taken from different visits to classes)

Interaction is learnt, so, it must be taught!Some examples are:. Turn taking. Confirming. Hesitating. Checking . Use of gesturesAmong others…