Seminars

Reasons for having a seminar

Seminars are an integral part of university study and provide many learning opportunities.

Task

Look at the following list of reasons for having a seminar. Rate each reason on a scale of one to five. (Five is most important).

You will discuss your ratings with your classmates in class.  After your discussion summarise your opinions for the other groups in the class.

	Reason	Rating
1	It helps the students to understand the subject more deeply.
2	It improves the students’ ability to think.
3	It is a chance to get to know other students better.
4	It helps to solve particular problems.
5	It helps the group to make a particular decision.
6	It gives students a chance to hear other students’ ideas.
7	It gives you a chance to practice your English.
8	It gives you more confidence in speaking.
9	It is more interesting and relaxing than a lecture.
10	It can change your ideas.
11	You don’t have to take notes.