WRITING CLINIC #2 by Екатерина Иванова https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1 You are the leader of a local youth group. You have been asked to write a report for your local website on social activities available for young people in your area. In your report you should explain how two or three activities available locally help young people to interact socially. You should also assess the importance of social life in the personal development of young people. en-us 2021-04-14 19:58:00 UTC 2021-04-19 12:39:40 UTC hello@padlet.com Group 1 katyakittt https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418473460 Introduction

The aim: to describe social activities for young people in the area we live in?
to comment on what kind of _____ events people at the age of 20-30
and to evaluate the significance of these events in the future adult life?


Body Paragraphs:

1st par - kinds of events (book clubs, quests/treasure hunts, subbotnik, for example, where everyone gets together to clean up public space/playgrounds, it's actually a nice idea; litter-pick; cinema cubs; volunteers to help elderly people

say how 2-3 activities help to interact/communicate

1. subbotnik -- teambuilding, become socially active, develop their soft skills,
2. book clubs -- boost their reading skills, become more successful at school, become more conscious reader --> increase their confidence

3rd
assess the importance
(survey, interviews, questionnaires)

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community garden
foster inter-generational relationship
language clubs
sport clubs 
come out of their shells
teambuilding 
a team player
physically fit 
endurance 
facilitate face-to-face communication
broaden the social network
networking opportunities 
find a job through a social network
develop non-verbal communication skills
develop public speaking skills 
become eloquent
leadership skills  

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drama club
book club
athletics club
language courses (club)]]> 2021-04-14 20:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418481684 Group 4 katyakittt https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418488221 intro , 3 body parts, conclusion=impotrance
Sport, drama club, charity, 
Sport (gaming sport: football, hockey, skatepark)
teambuilding, collobaration, like-minded people, physical development
unlish creativity, eloquent, open-minded, interaction patterns, more extroverted, aloof: exchange activities, meaningful communications
giving a hand, cooperation, kindness, treat each other with respect, support, acknowledge the problem of poor, disabled, compassion
establish contacts, trouble-shooting skills, soft skills, emotional intelligence, the earlier they learn how to articulate and interact....avoid procrastination, avert them of bad stuff
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vilunteering work (helping elderly) -> insteel values, see real life problems, widen horisons, enhance soft skills, to overcome social reserve
extracurricular activities (theatre, art class, pottering) -> reveal their potential, build self-confidence
horse riding club -> meet like-minded people
sports events (championships between universities) -> enhance soft skills, widen social circle, teamwork, develope leadership qualities
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boost self-esteem / self-confidence

overcome isolation / challenges

create strong bonds / ties
feel a sense of belonging 
develop a sense of sympathy 
contribute to personal development

forge new contacts
enhance communication skills / soft skills
 expand networking
putting one's energy into right  direction

Activities: 1) Interest Clubs, 2) Amateur theater, 3) volunteering 

pool of like-mind people ]]> 2021-04-14 20:52:38 UTC https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418488582 Group 7 katyakittt https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418488960 Introduction
Aims, sources (interviews). Evaluate the importance of social life for young people

Importance of social life
vital, significant, significance, play a key role in ..., formation of a personality, career opportunities, foster independence, discovering new things, mastering new skills, aquiring soft skills, being part of a team.

Activities
Youth club, sports club, a debating society, volunteering projects, working for animal rescue shelters, participating in conservation projects. a reading club at the local library, an art club which organises exhibitions. Foreign language studio, computer club where basic programming skills are taught.

Boosts creativity, promotes active discussion, teamwork, collaboration. Youngsters learn constructive criticism, public speaking. Involve them in the life of the community and help them put their time to good use, hands-on experience, trying out various professions. Foster empathy, undestand the need for helping others, shape their behaviour, 
Reading is one of the most fundamental skills, meet like-minded people

introduction
Outline aims, name sources (interviews).
para 1
Activity 1]]> 2021-04-14 20:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418488960 Group 8 katyakittt https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418489164 relax / have a rest / boost communication skills / come into conatct with like-minded people / improve their critical thinking / improve presentation skills / boost  self-confidence 

how to build rapport and be a part of a team / ]]> 2021-04-14 20:52:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418489164 Group 9 katyakittt https://padlet.com/katyakittt/fqo2bka2bi3sznu1/wish/1418489584 Help to interact: sense of belonging/find common interest/overcome sense of social exclusion/develop empathy/strengthen the bond between people/fight depression and mental disorders?

Activities: volunteering/reading club/organising social events/planting trees/raise awareness of environmental issues/helping stray animals

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activity 1 - reading club
activity - skate park - physical activity, build stamina, team building, it's a cool activity and can destract the teenagers, channels their into a productive and beneficial kind of activity, take it out
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language club 
benecial for 
soccer club 
football team 
help in socialising
hone soft skills
team work 
stress management, emotions
provide an outlet for pent-up emotions 
a matter of paramount importance
face-to-face communication 
being socially active/ thrive in social environment 
can contribute to maturity, success and satisfaction 
strengthen their personal development skills 
meet new friends, networking 
express their point of view accurately
Reading - become highly articulate/express your thoughts/ hold your grounds
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+ keep them engaged in real life, not glued to silver screens
+ learn to socialise, work in a team
+ develop as better individuals 

Social activities available for the young people in the area:
- sports club 
- reading club for avid bookworms :)
- creativity centre (drawing, singing in a choir, performing on stage, choreography team)


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