COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course aims to develop listening,

speaking, reading and writing skills at
the intermediate B1 proficiency level. It
focuses on using language to
communicate in simple spontaneous
situations regularly encountered in
different contexts and interact in
extended conversations. The themes
that lead the discussions in this course
are: Active Citizenship, Advancing
Technology, Building Communities, and
Communication.

level 5
English Language Program Universidad del Norte
 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MODULE #2
MODULE #2 WEEK 6 WEEK 7 WEEK 8 WEEK 9 WEEK 10
LESSON A LESSON A LESSON A LESSON A
SPEAKING: SPEAKING: LISTENING: Artificial READING: Gene
Advancing technology Monitoring your Intelligence Editing: Shaping Our
Healthy Routines Performance READING: Artificial Genetic Destiny
LISTENING:
THEME: Advancing technology LISTENING: Nick task 1 Intelligence in Healthcare LESSON B
Advancing for health ´s Healthy Lifestyle
Technology LESSON B SPEAKING: Gene
LESSON B LESSON B Editing Case Analysis
TOPIC: LISTENING: Bio-
Technology for LISTENING: The SPEAKING: printing LESSON C
Health Healthcare of the Future Discussing Healthy
Habits Q and A LESSON C LISTENING: Why Gene
READING: Tele- exercise Editing is so
Medicine for a better SPEAKING: The Controversial?
Healthcare LESSON C benefits of AI in
Healthcare WRITING: Identify and
LESSON C LISTENING: Describe Reasons for an
Unhealthy Lifestyle LESSON D Opinion
WRITING: Making
and its SPEAKING: The Best
Logical Inferences LESSON D
Consequences App for your Health
LESSON D (Oral Quiz) SPEAKING: Sharing
LESSON D
SPEAKING: Inferring your Opinions
Attitude and Tone WRITING: Cause
and effect
relationships
MODULE 2:
ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY
FOR HEALTHCARE

INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this module is to analyze and discuss how technology can offer solutions for health
problems.

LESSON A

ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY
Introduction: Technology has advanced greatly in
the last decade, which have changed the way we live.
 WARM UP
Instructions: Work in pairs. Student #1 reads about technological devices 1 to 3. Student
#2 reads 4 to 6. Then explain your partner what these devices are about and the impact they
have in our lives.
STUDENT #1 STUDENT #2
Wearable Smartwatches: Voice Assistants: Voice
Devices like the Apple Watch assistants like Amazon's
1 and fitness trackers have Alexa, Google Assistant, and 4
introduced the concept of Apple's Siri have become
wearable technology, helping users to monitor integral parts of homes, providing immediate
health, receive notifications, and healthy information and entertainment for users.
recommendations.
Virtual Reality Headsets: Drones: Drones have changed
Virtual Reality devices have industries like photography,
transformed entertainment, videography, agriculture, and
education, and various logistics by offering aerial
industries by immersing perspectives and capabilities to
2 users in virtual worlds and real-world experiences. have a better-quality services for 5
companies.
Electric Vehicles: Biometric Devices:
Electric cars are trendy in Biometric technologies
the automotive industry, like fingerprint
giving customers a scanners, mobile
transportation option, payments and facial
3 which does not harm the environment. recognition have become integral for security and
6
authentication in different areas of society.

ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY FOR HEALTHCARE

Introduction: Kenneth Shinozuka has

been designing smart products since his
grandfather was diagnosed with
Alzheimer´s disease. Kenneth´s family has
struggled to care for him. Concerned by
this, Kenneth designed a smart device. The
sensor in the device detects pressure when
someone steps on it and alerts the
caregiver.
VOCABULARY
 Instructions: Match the words in blue to its meaning, based on the information from the
introduction.

device - diagnosed – struggled – concerned – sensor – detects

1. worried ________________

2. notices something _________________

3. had difficulty _____________

4. identified a medical condition _____________

5. it responds to things like light or sound____________________

6. a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment ____________________

LISTENING
Instructions: Watch the first part of video https://youtu.be/tFX1nQLZUVM and fill in the blanks
to complete the ideas (Watch from minute 0:00 to minute 1:19)
PART 1
1. When Kenneth’s grandfather _______________________________, that helped his
family discover he had Alzheimer’s disease.

a. forgot his name

b. got lost in the park
c. didn´t recognize his grandson

2. Kenneth's grandfather's condition brought a lot of stress to his family because he often
________.
a. couldn't go to sleep at night
b. wandered off in the middle of the night
c. couldn't express his thoughts and his feelings
3. Kenneth was worried about his aunt's well-being because she was ________.
a. not eating healthy meals
b. often getting sick
c. not getting enough rest at night
PART 2
Instructions: Complete the steps of the process where Kenneth explains how his invention works.
(Watch from minute 1:20 to minute 2:21). Use the words from the box below to complete the
blanks. There are 2 extra words that will not be used.

increase - device - alert – steps on - wakes up – invention - patient – sensor - technology

STEP 1. The______________ puts the sock on before going to sleep.

STEP 2. When the patient________________ in the middle of the night and ___________________ the
floor, the pressure sensor detects a(n)____________________ in pressure.

STEP 3. The_____________ sends a wireless alert to the caregiver's _____________________.

STEP 4. Smartphone makes a(n) ___________________________________ so the caregiver knows the

patient is up.

PART 3
Instructions: Complete the notes by explaining the process on how Kenneth´s research process
worked: (Watch from minute 4:28 to the end of the video). Use the words in the box to complete the
sentences. There are 2 extra words you will not use.

feedback – data - care facility –– solutions - smart - market –- grandfather - power

1. He Invented a ___________ sock.

2. He tested it on his __________________________.

3. He carried out tests at residential ________________________ in California.

4. He is incorporating ________________ to improve the device and put it into the ______________.

5. Once he tested the device, he noticed he needed ____________ to the initial problems.
SPEAKING / CRITICAL THINKING
Instructions: Discuss the following questions with the classmate next to you. Get ready to socialize
your answers with the whole class.

1. What caused Kenneth´s initiative to research and work on this project?

2. What was the impact/effect of his grandfather’s disease in the family?

LESSON B

The Healthcare of the Future

Introduction: Healthcare has changed enormously over the last decade, due to the advances in
technology, which have given both medical practitioners and patients new tools to improve the
health of all the community members.
WARM UP
What does the image suggest about the
future of healthcare?

LISTENING
Instructions: Listen to the audio and circle the best answer for each question.
1. What is the main idea of the talk?
 a. A new medical robot that has been developed
b. The possibility that robots will replace human doctors
c. How doctors can read patients´ emotions
d. Robots that have failed in human surgeries
Instructions: Listen again and complete in the blanks.
1. Robots can perform______________ tests on patients.

a. medical b. routine c.blood

2. Doctors can spend time specializing in ilnesses that are more_____________.

a. difficult b. intense c. easy

3. Robots do not include__________ and _________factors in their diagnosis.

a. physical and emotional b. emotional and phychologycal c.

phychological and physical

4. Robots can´t provide counseling and emotional_______________ to patients.

a. help b. follow up c. support

Tele-Medicine for a better Healthcare

Introduction: Tele-medicine in one of the branches of modern healthcare, which is providing many
benefits to patients and doctors.
PRE-READING
Instructions: Based on the image below, write a short definition of the term “Tele-Medicine”. Use
your own words.

READING

Instructions: Read the text and answer the questions below.

In the past, if you lived in a rural area, you
couldn’t always count on having access to the
most modern health care. Many people with
treatable conditions died because they were too
far from health centers, or because their
doctors weren’t trained in the latest techniques.
Today, the development of “tele-medicine,” or
tele-health, is changing that situation for the
better.
Telemedicine makes improved health care possible in a number of different ways. First, technology
such as videoconferencing and streaming video makes it possible for health care professionals to
receive training from experts who are thousands of kilometers away. These technologies can also be
used to provide patients with health education, which permits them to manage their own care.
Being able to access specialists, such as cancer specialists or eye doctors, via tele-medicine
technology means that small hospitals do not need to have these medical professionals on staff. This
saves money; it also means that patients do not have to travel long distances to receive treatment. In
addition, doctors can monitor some patients with diseases in their homes, using mobile devices and
apps that send their information over the Internet.
Of course, telemedicine isn’t free. Hospitals, doctors, and patients need to have the devices and
technology they need in order to be connected to health care providers at a distance. The good news
is that there is often support available from governments or other organizations that can provide the
resources that are needed to bring health care to even the most distant rural area.

Instructions: Choose the best answer for each question.

1. According to the article, what often happened in the past to people living in rural
areas if they got sick?

a. They died from their illnesses.

b. They got medical advice through their relatives.
c. They moved to the city.

2. What is another way to say "tele-medicine"?

a. medical training
b. tele-health
c. specialized medicine

3. Why are patients able to monitor their health better with tele-medicine?

a. They can speak to other patients with the same condition.

b. They can get transportation to a hospital.
c. They can get health advice and information even if they live far away.

4. How can doctors get advanced training using tele-medicine?

a. They can work on patients with rare medical conditions.

b. They can participate in videoconferences.
c. They can access a variety of medical resources.

5. How do hospitals in small towns save money as a result of using tele-medicine

technology?

a. They can build smaller buildings.

b. They don't need to have specialist doctors on staff.
c. They can see fewer patients every year
 6. How could a doctor monitor a patient using tele-medicine?

a. by talking to other doctors who have similar patients

b. by using an app that sends patient data
c. by using the Internet to make a phone call to the patient

7. What does a community need to invest in if they want to have a tele-medicine

program?

a. special devices and technology

b. medical research facilities
c. skilled doctors and nurses

8. Where is it possible to find money to start a tele-medicine program?

a. the government and other organizations

b. the patients and their families
c. technology companies

9. What is the main challenge to implement telemedicine in hospitals?

a. Doctors training
b. Funds to have the right technology
c. Patients do not like online services

10. What is the purpose of the text? Why?

a. Inform the reader about how telemedicine works

b. Entertain the reader with fun facts about tele-medicine
c. Persuade the reader that tele-medicine is something positive

Instructions: Let´s use the following quizziz to check your

answers.
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/655cca79c326f22d93e06a33?
source=quiz_share

Speaking / Critical Thinking

Instructions: Discuss the following question with a partner. Get ready to socialize your ideas with
the whole class.

What are the pros and cons of telemedicine?

 PROS CONS
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LESSON C

MAKING LOGICAL INFERENCES

Introduction: The advancing technology has become a strong tool to offer solutions in the
healthcare field. There are different examples of technological tools used nowadays which are very
helpful, such as telemedicine, virtual Reality, 3D printing, wearable fitness trackers, robotic
surgeries, among others.
WARM UP

Instructions: Match the tech solutions with the corresponding functions for healthcare.

allows surgeons to perform procedures with higher precision

Telemedicine and smaller incisions.

can monitor heart rate, steps taken, and sleep patterns.

Virtual Reality
allows patients to receive medical consultations and advice
3D printing through video calls with doctors.

Wearable fitness is used by medicine students to study and practice anatomy

trackers
is used to create tissues and organs for implants.
Robotic surgery

Introduction: Making inferences means choosing the most likely explanation from the facts at
hand.

Instructions: Read each story and make a logical inference of what happened.

What is the most logical inference of what really happened?

WRITING. Write a solid theory of what you think happened:

John was diagnosed with prostatic cancer, but he felt EXAMPLE:

fine. He refused to follow any treatment but rather he Theory #1: Maybe the initial diagnostic was incorrect
started following an alternative medicine treatment. In
a few months the results of his analysis were perfect. Theory #2: Maybe the alternative treatment was effective
 Mary received an anonymous email containing Theory:
detailed, personal information about his husband
having a deadly disease. She asked her husband, but he
said he was perfectly fine. A few months later, he died.

Emily's fitness tracker began showing heart rate spikes Theory:

during her sleep. Concerned, she consulted a doctor
who found no health issues.

Charles was adjusting his smart home system, when he Theory:

discovered there were hidden cameras, he didn´t know
of. The cameras showed all the rooms in his apartment
24/7.

MAKING CONTEXTUAL INFERENCES

Instructions: Read the following expressions in

context and choose the option that best explains what
they mean.

1. Tom was at a doctor´s appointment. When the What could be his intended message?
appointment ended, his wife called him to find out a. He has problems to listen
about him. Tom told her, honey "I need to listen to b. He feels fine, but he wants to improve his lifestyle
my body more"
c. He doesn´t feel fine and he needs to improve his
lifestyle

2. Emily was recently diagnosed with a serious disease. What is Emily's attitude to the situation?
When her sister asked her how she was feeling, she a. She is worried but she is working on it
said, "I'm taking things one step at a time." b. She is walking to do exercise and feel better
c. She is calm and needs help from others

3. Lisa is about to receive important results of her What emotions is she expressing?
health condition after receiving chemotherapy. When a. She is happy about the results
Lisa said, "I have butterflies in my stomach," b. She is nervous about the results
c. She has stomach problems

4. Sarah didn´t want to try the chocolate pie in the What inference can you make about Sarah's
restaurant. She told her friend, "I'm trying to cut eating preferences?
down on sweets." a. Sarah doesn´t like sweets
b. Sarah loves sweets
c. Sarah is on a diet
5. Jenny is feeling better after two weeks at the clinic. What inference can you make about her current
Jenny said, "I am seeing a light at the end of the situation?
tunnel," a. The clinic is in a tunnel
b. Jenny thinks she will be finally ok
c. Jenny is feeling perfectly fine right now
6. In a discussion about stress, Robert said, "I need to What does Robert mean by this?
find my happy place."
a. Robert feels stressed now and is looking for a nice
place to go
b. Robert feels stressed now and is looking for a
solution
c. Robert does not feel stressed out
7. Charles has started a new diet and a strict training What does Charles mean by this?
routine. He said “It has been a rollercoaster of a. He loves rollercoasters
emotions” b. Dieting has been difficult but exiting
c. Dieting is boring

LESSON D

INFERRING ATTITUD AND TONE

What is “Tone”?
Tone is the author’s attitude toward the topic.
The author’s attitude is expressed through the words and details he or she uses in the text.
Does the text sound optimistic, bitter, tolerant, sentimental or humorous?

You can also infer what an author means by analyzing the feelings and emotions he or she tries to evoke
with the examples used.
How does the text make you feel? Does the author seem to intend you to feel a certain way?

Why is it important to infer the author´s tone?

Because that way it will be easier to understand the author´s motivations and intentions so we can be
critical readers.
Can you infer what the real purpose of the author is about based on his/her tone?

*See the inferring tone ppt and do the exercises on it.

LESSON A
 Monitoring your Healthy Routines
Introduction: Health apps serve various functions to help
individuals monitor their well-being. Here are six common
functions of health apps.
WARM-UP
Instructions: Match the boxes in relation to the useful
functions of health apps. Then, explain them to the partner next to you. Student #1 explains 1, 2 and
3. Student #2 explains 4, 5 and 6.

1 a
Activity Tracking These apps often include tools for monitoring nutrition and food intake. Users can
program their meals, track calorie consumption, and receive nutritional advice,
helping individuals make informed dietary choices.

Nutrition Monitoring These apps offer options like mood tracking, stress management exercises,
2 b meditation guides, and resources for managing anxiety or depression. These apps
can offer tools for relaxation and stress relief.

Sleep Monitoring c These apps include options for counting steps and measuring distance, as well as
monitoring more advanced metrics like calories burned, time of exercise and heart
3 rate. This helps users stay motivated.

Mental Health Support d These apps often include options that foster a sense of community and social
support. Users can connect with others who share similar health goals and interests,
4 like cycling or going to the gym.

e
Medication Management These apps monitor sleep patterns and provide a report about the quality and
duration of your sleep. Users can learn about their sleep cycles, receive
recommendations for improving sleep habits, and identify factors that may affect
5 sleep.

Community and Social

f These apps help users keep track of their medications, dosage schedules, and
Support prescription renewals. Some apps also send reminders to take medications on time
and provide information about potential side effects.
6

BUILDING VOCABULARY
Instructions: Listen and complete in the blanks with the words from the box. There are 2 extra
words you will not use.

treatments - motivate - monitor - suffer from - caregiver - cure - elderly - wearable

 As populations grow older and the number of __________people rises, healthcare is

becoming increasingly expensive and complicated. Elderly people naturally

__________more health problems and may need a variety of ____________.

One solution is ____________ technology—small, light devices that people can carry

with them. By measuring a person's heart rate, for example, these devices can _______________a person's health.

This information can help the ____________, nurse, or doctor take care of patients better.

Instructions: Complete the sentences. Highlight the correct words.

1. The (treatment / healthcare) for a bad back involves lots of rest.

2. There is still no (cure / caregiver) for many types of cancer.
3. People who are overweight and don't exercise are likely to (suffer from / cure) health issues.
4. Many (treatments / wearables) monitor things such as the number of steps people take.
5. Devices that track exercise can help (monitor / motivate) people to be more active.

NICK´S HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

LISTENING
Instructions: Listen to the conversation and mark the correct answers.

1. How often does Nick go to the gym?

a. every day b. twice a week c. a few times a week
2. What kind of exercise does Nick do?
a. Stretches and runs for half an hour
b. Lifts weights and runs for an hour
c. Does Pilates and runs for an hour
3. How does he motivate himself?
a. goes with his wife b. goes friends c. he doesn´t need motivation

4. What is the wearable he uses for?

a. to show the routes he runs b. to count the calories c. to learn about his lifestyle habits
5. Why doesn´t she do much exercise?
a. she doesn´t like the gym b. she is too tired after work c. she doesn´t have time
6.What will she do to be more motivated to exercise?
a. sign up for the gym b. start running in the mornings c. sign up for a yoga class

WRITING
Answer the question below and share it in our WhatsApp group:

What do you think are the routines old people should follow to take care of their
health?

LESSON B

DISCUSSING HEALTY HABITS

Introduction: Having a healthy life depends entirely on the daily habits people have. Having an
active life and keeping to a healthy diet directly impacts your life quality.
WARM UP
Instructions: Classify these concepts in the table below.

Excessive Screen Time - Balanced Diet - Sedentary Lifestyle - Adequate Hydration

Consistent Sleep Schedule – Poor Diet - Regular Health Checkups - Skipping Meals
 Social Connections – Smoking Tobacco - Exercise regularly – Excessive stress

HEALTHY HABITS UNHEALTHY HABITS

SPEAKING: Q AND A EXERCISE

Instructions: Ask and answer questions from your
partner. Practice the use of the vocabulary in the box.

healthy – snacks – meal – obesity – diets - alcohol - work out – habit – unhealthy
health check

Student #1 Student #2

1. What specific routines do you have to keep 2. What kind of snacks do you eat every day? Are

healthy? (Exercise, food, sleep) they healthy?

3. Which do you think is the most important 4. Why is obesity a problem in our society?

meal of the day and Why?

5. Do you think diets are useful or not? Explain 6. What is your opinion about smoking/ using vapes?

Why are vapes so common among young people

nowadays?

7. Is alcohol a problem in young people? Why or 8. Why do people nowadays work out more than

why not? before?

9. How does stress impact people´s health? 10. How can people fight obesity?

11. How often do you visit a doctor for a health 12. What unhealthy habits do you have? Why don´t
check? Why? you avoid them?

SPEAKING
 Instructions: Practice answering these questions with the word wall
below:
https://wordwall.net/es/resource/62587806

LESSON C

Unhealthy Lifestyle and its Consequences

Introduction: Let´s practice the
identifications and description of
cause-and-effect relationships
related to health.
LISTENING/ SPEAKING
Instructions: Listen and identify the
main causes of modern illnesses end
their negative effects in people´s
health. Then, check out the possible
treatments. Work in goups of 3-4 to
complete the table.

EXAMPLE: DEPRESSION
DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT
Depression is a mental health Different factors including Depression can lead to Engage in social activities,
condition characterized by genetics, brain chemistry, reduced motivation, social do physical exercise and go
persistent feelings of sadness, trauma, and lifestyle factors isolation, and disrupted sleep to psychological therapy can
and a lack of interest or like chronic stress, poor patterns. be helpful to fight depression
pleasure in activities. diet, and lack of exercise
can also increase the risk of
 depression

Instructions: Listen to audio #1:

GROUP #1 Alzheimer's Disease

DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT

Instructions: Listen to audio #2:

GROUP #2 Diabetes
DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT

Instructions: Listen to audio #3:

GROUP #3 Osteoporosis
DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT

Instructions: Listen to audio #4:

GROUP #4 Obesity
DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT

Instructions: Listen to audio #5:

GROUP #5 Lung Cancer

DESCRIPTION POSSIBLE CAUSES NEGATIVE EFFECTS POSSIBLE TREATMENT
 LESSON D

CAUSE AND EFFECT RELATIONSHIPS

WRITING
Instructions. Write two sentences for each disease, where you describe cause and effect
relationships using the conjunctions so, because, because of, due to, as:
Example:

Depression can lead to social isolation, so it is important to engage in social activities like playing
Depression sports.

People with depression need to take medicines, because it may be caused by a brain chemistry
disbalance.

Alzheimer's
Disease

Diabetes

Osteoporosis
 Obesity

Lung Cancer

LESSON A

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Introduction: Technology has advanced greatly in

the last decade, and in the healthcare field is not the

exception. On this lesson we will take a look at the

impact of technology in people´s health.

WARM-UP
LISTENING
Instructions: Watch the following video https://youtu.be/H0etieBDxeY and check True (T) or false
(F) for the statements below

1. AI is intended to replace human doctors and nurses. _____

2. AI helps with image analysis and patient triage. ____

3. AI helps with the diagnosis process by highlighting problem areas in scans. ____

4. AI collects patient data and helps doctors save time. ____

5. Chat bots make the diagnosis autonomously. ___

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
READING

Instructions: Read the text and complete the exercises

below

1 One of the most important things that are happening in our

hospitals now is the incorporation of AI technologies in the
healthcare system. By including innovative technologies in
the care of all patients, a number of benefits have been created as a result.
2 The most important thing that has been put to use have to be robot-assisted surgeries. In traditional
medicine in order to perform an operation, the doctor has to have very steady hands, be able to be
very precise and also manage to stay standing for hours, especially when an operation is very
difficult and high-risk. On top of that, the doctors can stay in a much more comfortable position
during the operation.
3 Surgery-assisting robots have really changed the way operations are being done. From gastric
bypass surgeries to heart ones, these AI robots can really change the way the medical practitioners
operate. Not only do they have a much clearer view of the area they are operating on, they are also a
lot more precise thanks to the robotic tools.
4 In addition to these perks, some operations can now be completely done by robots working
remotely. This can be a great help to the medical personnel, and it can also create more open spots
for patients in urgent care who really need to be operated on. These elements truly help reduce the
risk of surgeries, making them more accessible to patients. Along with that, they can also
drastically reduce the healing time after the operation and make the overall experience a lot more
pleasant for the patient.
5 Along with that, there are also new systems and devices installed in the hospitals which aid the
medical practitioners when it comes to making a diagnosis. They are much simpler to use and
monitor the patients in a much more effective way. From new scanning devices to tools which help
with drug administration, the hospital experience had become a lot more pleasant for both the
personnel and the patients involved.

BUILDING VOCABULARY
 Instructions: Complete the following chart using the words highlighted in blue from the text.

perks – spots – surgeries – healing - aid

opportunities to be assisted

medical procedure

help

recover from a sickness or medical procedure

advantages

READING COMPREHENSION

Instructions: Based on the reading “Artificial intelligence in healthcare”, complete the table below.

Aspect Explanation Paragraph #

Limitations of traditional
medicine

Technological solution in
modern healthcare

Benefits or positive
effects of new
technologies for health

LESSON B

Bio-printing
 Introduction: Bio-printing is a

revolutionary technique that will change the

future of healthcare. A lot of research is still

in process, but great advances in organs

transplants will be possible thanks to this great advancement.

WARM UP

WRITING

Instructions: Watch the following video https://youtu.be/PhF0F5wGwzU and write a definition of

the term “bio-printing”. Use your own words:

BUILDING VOCABULARY

Instructions: Match the words with the corresponding picture. Use the following Word wall:
https://wordwall.net/resource/64369904
LISTENING

Introduction: Bio-printing is a method that makes it

possible to manufacture cellular structures from bio-
inks loaded with the patient´s cells: The biomaterial
 is deposited to design skin, tissue or even an organ. Imagine a 3D printed heart, ear, lung or kidney,
designed with the patient's own cells.

LISTENING

Instructions Part 1: Watch the first part of the video https://youtu.be/uHbn7wLN_3k and complete
the chat below. Be ready to socialize your answers with the whole class: (Listen from minute 0:00
to 2:04)

1. What is the Problem?

2. What is the tech solution proposed in the video?

3. What are the limitations of this technology?

4. Where do cells come from to create new tissues?

Instructions: Part 2: Watch the second part of the video, and answer question 5:
(Listen from minute 4:10 to 4:42)

5. What could be the possible positive effects on people's lives thanks to the implementation of bio printing?

LESSON C

THE BENEFITS OF AI IN HELATHCARE

Introduction: Artificial intelligence is playing a key
role in the improvement of the healthcare services
which impacts positively the quality and efficiency.

SPEAKING
 Instructions: Read about the benefits of AI in different fields of healthcare. Then explain your
partner what you read about.

STUDENT #1 STUDENT #2
1-Early Disease Detection: 2-Personalized Treatment
AI algorithms can analyze Plans:
large amounts of patient data, AI can adjust treatment plans
including medical records, based on a patient's unique
imaging scans, and genetic genetics, medical history, and
information, to detect diseases current health status,
at an early stage when treatment is most effective. increasing the chances of
successful results.
3-Medical Imaging Enhancement: 4-Drug Discovery:
AI-powered image analysis tools AI accelerates the drug
can assist radiologists in discovery process by
interpreting X-rays and scans with analyzing complex
higher accuracy and speed, biological data to identify
leading to quicker diagnoses and potential drug candidates,
reduced human error. significantly reducing the
time and the cost
involved in bringing new medications to market.
5-Administrative Efficiency: 6-Remote Monitoring: AI
AI helps in the efficiency of wearable devices and sensors
administrative tasks like help patients monitor their
scheduling, billing, and chronic conditions, sending
insurance claims processing, alerts to healthcare providers
reducing administrative when there is a problem,
burdens on healthcare staff allowing for timely interventions.
and cutting costs.

LESSON D

The Best App for your Health

Introduction: There are different apps that help patients with
various illnesses to control their symptoms and improve their
lifestyles.
SPEAKING

Instructions: In groups of 3 -4, you will analyze one of the six

different scenarios on next page. Research and explain an app that you could recommend in order to
help the person. You can also invent the app and what it does. Follow Robert´s example:
 Robert is 66 years old with diabetes type two. He is divorced and
works very hard, so he is busy most of the time. He has difficulties
A. Explain the health
organizing a healthy diet and medication schedules.
problem:

MySugr: Diabetes Management app

B. Explain what the
solution would be This app assists individuals with diabetes in tracking blood sugar levels,
about. (What the medications, and lifestyle factors by sending frequent reports and indications.
app does)

STEP 1. Data Input: Robert inputs relevant data into the MySugr app, including blood
glucose levels, insulin doses, meals, physical activity, and other relevant information.
C. Explain briefly the
basic steps on how STEP 2. Analysis and recommendations: The app analyzes the data provided by Robert
this app works: to identify factors that impact blood sugar levels, such as specific foods to avoid, activities
to do, and medications to take on specific times of day. Users may receive personalized
recommendations based on this analysis.

STEP 3. Organizing a plan: The app organizes the information, creating a record of the
user's diabetes-related activities. A scheduled plan is created, customized to the patient´s
routine
STEP 4. Reminders and Notifications: The app provides reminders and notifications to
Robert to check blood sugar levels, take medications, or to do exercise. This helps him stay
on track with the treatment plan.

D. Explain the If Robert uses this app, he will be able to have an organized schedule for taking his
possible positive medicines, as well as a variety of easy diets he could follow in order to control his sugar
effects on this levels in blood and be healthy.
person´s life thanks
to the app

Scenario A: Edgardo Scenario B: Angie Scenario C: Carlos

Edgardo is 80 years Angie is 65 years Carlos is a 24-year-old
old. He is no longer old. She needs to athlete. He is training for
able to walk more than take medicine a competition next month.
a few meters on his regularly as she He has to maintain a
own. He lives alone suffers from several strict, training schedule in
and is finding basic medical conditions. However, she has order to be at his best during the competition.
chores like cooking and buying his Alzheimer and often forgets to take the However, he is very busy with his studies and
groceries very difficult. medicine. Sometimes she even takes the he doesn’t have enough time to plan his
wrong medicine or the wrong amount. trainings properly.
Scenario C: Steve Scenario D: Amanda Scenario E: Irene
Amanda is 18 years old Irene is 32 and has an
 Steve is 48 years and is studying engineering in college. She is irregular menstrual cycle and is having trouble
old and has an struggling with math and is failing some to get pregnant. Ovulation periods occur in
excess of body subjects. This has had repercussions on her different moments and has difficulties to know
fat. This mental health and she is having trouble what is the best time when she is fertile.
condition organizing her studying schedule.
increases the risk
of health issues like heart disease and
diabetes. He has problems to keep a
healthy diet, because he is always
working and has no time to organize his
meals.

SPEAKING QUIZ

ORAL PRESENTATION

Instructions: Now, in your group, complete the table using the assigned scenario. Get ready to
socialize with the whole class.

Explain the health problem:

Explain what the solution would be

about. (What the app does)

STEP 1.

STEP 2.
Explain briefly the basic steps on how
this app works:
STEP 3.
 STEP 4.

Explain the possible positive effects on

this person´s life thanks to the app

LESSON A

Gene Editing: Shaping Our Genetic Destiny

READING
Introduction: Genetic editing refers to the process of
making precise changes to a person´s DNA looking for
curing rare diseases.
WARM UP
Take a look at the following pictures and discuss with the
person next you what you think it can be done with gene editing:

1-They can modify babies´ eyes color 2- 3-

Instructions: Read the text and answer the questions below.

Gene editing, a powerful technology, gives scientists the ability to make changes to our genes, the instructions
that shape who we are. While holding promise for treating genetic diseases, it also prompts questions about
the ethical and potential consequences of altering our genetic code.
Gene editing offers hope for treating genetic diseases, allowing scientists to correct faulty genes that cause
illnesses. This technology could potentially provide cures for untreatable conditions. It envisions a future
where inherited disorders might be addressed before birth, offering the possibility of healthier generations.

Alex Jones, a young boy born with a rare genetic disorder that affected his ability to move and communicate.
His symptoms were challenging, impacting his daily life and restricting his interactions with the world. His
doctors used gene editing, an innovative technique to modify the specific gene responsible for Alex's
condition.

The results were remarkable. Following the gene editing procedure, Alex showed significant improvements in
his mobility and communication skills. He started to walk slowly and say his first words. His quality of life
saw a remarkable transformation. No longer confined by the limitations of his genetic disorder, Alex could
engage more fully with the world around him. Now he is considering to go to school and make new friends.

However, as promising as gene editing is, it raises ethical concerns and potential risks. Some worry about
unintended consequences or the possibility of creating designer babies with artificial traits. Nobody knows
about the long-term effects of gene editing on future generations, so this topic needs deep discussion in our
society.

1. What is gene editing and what is its potential?

2. Who is Alex, and what were his symptoms?

3. How did gene editing impact Alex's quality of life?

4. What are some concerns mentioned about gene editing?

WRITING
Instructions: Write your opinion in our group.
What is your opinion about gene editing? Agree or disagree and why?

VOCABULARY BUILDING

Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the words in the box:

 treating – alter – inherited – innovative – concerns - traits

1- Advancements in understanding ______________ traits help researchers to develop new

technologies that can identify more effective healthcare strategies.
2- The ability to precisely _________the genes of individuals and change their _______, opens new
opportunities for developing treatments and therapies for rare diseases.
3- ___________ technologies, such as gene editing, will change the future of healthcare, but
involve a lot of ____________ that need to be solved.
4-_________ genetic disorders through gene editing holds immense potential.

LESSON B

Gene Editing - Case Analysis

SPEAKING

Instructions: Read the gene editing cases below and explain

them to the partner next to you. Identify and explain the
following aspects:

Health problem and its impact on the patient´s The solution and its impact on the patient´s lifestyle
lifestyle

STUDENT #1 STUDENT #2
1. Lily's Visionary Cure 2. Ethan's Triumph Over Muscular Dystrophy

Lily, a 10-year-old girl, faced a Ethan, a teenager, lived with muscular dystrophy,
rare genetic disorder causing a genetic disease, causing muscle weakness. Daily
gradual vision loss. Her symptoms tasks became challenging for him. Gene editing
included difficulty seeing in low offered hope by correcting the defective gene.
light and a narrowing field of After the treatment, Ethan gained muscle strength,
vision. Gene editing specialists enabling him to engage in activities he once
successfully targeted the faulty gene responsible for the condition. struggled with, fostering a sense of independence
Lily's vision improved significantly after the procedure, allowing and joy.
her to experience the world more vividly.
3. Mia's Battle Against Cystic Fibrosis 4. Noah's Escape from a Rare Metabolic Disorder
Mia, a young woman with cystic fibrosis,
faced persistent respiratory issues. Gene Noah, an infant, suffered from a rare
editing targeted the gene causing the metabolic disorder affecting his ability
overproduction of thick mucus, a hallmark to break down certain substances.
of the disease. Mia experienced improved Gene editing specialists successfully
lung function post-treatment, allowing her edited the defective gene, preventing
to breathe more easily and reducing the the accumulation of harmful
frequency of respiratory infections substances. Noah's health stabilized,
and he could now lead a normal, healthy life.
5. Olivia's Journey to Overcome Anemia 6. Jake's Hopeful Battle with Hemophilia
Jake, a teenage boy, lived with hemophilia, a genetic disorder
Olivia, a young girl with sickle cell impairing his blood's ability to clot. This led
anemia, faced recurrent pain crises to frequent bleeding episodes and joint pain.
and fatigue. Gene editing provided a Gene editing emerged as a beacon of hope
breakthrough by targeting the gene by correcting the defective clotting factor
responsible for the abnormal gene. After the successful procedure, Jake's
hemoglobin. Olivia's red blood cells regained normal function, blood clotting improved, reducing the
reducing pain episodes and enhancing her overall well-being. severity and frequency of bleeding episodes, allowing him to lead a
more active and pain-free life.

WORDWALL: Get ready to explain what is each child´s problem and how did gene editing help
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LESSON C
Why Gene Editing is so Controversial?
LISTENING

Instructions: Let´s explore the positive and negative aspects of gene

editing by watching the following video
https://youtu.be/u70je75CvcA?si=-bYj4vPzs-4mDvSP

Complete the table below using the words in the box.

harm - diseases – wrong - healthy - intervene - regulatory - traits - morality - unknown – prevent

POSITIVE ASPECTS OF GENE EDITING

In genetic editing, doctors can __________ to add DNA or remove it in order to __________ genetic __________
like cancer, or modify certain__________ like the baby´s eyes color or hair, or identifying a disease, making sure
the baby is ___________.

NEGATIVE ASPECTS OF GENE EDITING

There are doubts about gene editing, and it brings with it many questions about ___________ and the potential
________ in humans’ health and could have __________ consequences. It is possible that scientist attack the
_________ section of DNA. Gene editing science in moving faster than its ____________ system.
 Identify and Describe Reasons for an Opinion
WRITING
Instructions: Look at the example below on how to give your opinion supported by clear reasons.

Controversial Topic:
Genetic editing to choose your children traits or identify and
modify faulty genes

My Opinion:
My Opinion:
I don´t agree with genetic
I agree with genetic editing
editing

Reasons: Reasons:

1-because it can help prevent and cure 1-because there could be many unknown
serious diseases consequences and long-term health risks
we don´t know yet

2-because you can choose the best physical 2-because creating “designer babies”
traits for your children involves ethical dilemmas
 WRITING
Instructions: Work with the person next to you to complete the analysis below where you give
your opinions and support them with 2 reasons:

Controversial Topic:
Using implantable devices, such as microchips to improve
people´s health

Student #1 Opinion: Student #2 Opinion:

I agree with I don´t agree with

Reasons: Reasons:
1-because 1-because

2-because 2-because
LESSON D

Sharing your Opinions

SPEAKING
Discuss with your partner the following controversial topics. Explain if you agree or disagree and
describe your reasons.

STUDENT #1 STUDENT #2
Using restrictive Diets for children Prescribing Mental drugs for children

Having Cosmetic Surgeries Putting your grandparents in a care home center

Taking steroids to increase muscle mass Cloning human beings or animal pets

WORDWALL
Instructions: Now get ready to answer the questions in front of the whole
class. Say if you agree or disagree and your reasons.

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