Introduction

Today, we'll be your teachers. As you know your teacher is currently ill so
we're the substitute professors. She didn't informed us about what are you lately
studying but today's subject is going to be about the importance of English in our
life. During the class we will firstly introduce the theme, ask your opinion about
the subjects and then we'll share with you our point of view.
Let's talk about the English language. It's today's most influential language in
the world. It's the official language of 67 countries. There are about 375 million
English speakers as a first language and 750 million speakers as a second language.
The causes for this universality are very well known and understandable. English
began to spread during the 16th century with British Empire and was strongly
reinforced in 20th by USA world domination in economic, political and military
aspects and by the huge influence of American movies.

Why learn English?

Communication
English is the most commonly used language among foreign language
speakers. Throughout the world, when people from different nationalities
want to communicate, they usually use English. Moreover, speaking English
will enable you to contact people from all over the world and to travel more
easily. We can also make some friends and we can know some things about
their cultures.

Education
English is also essential to the field of education. In many countries,
children are taught and encouraged to learn English as a second language. Because
it is the dominant language in the sciences, most of the research and studies you
find in any given scientific field will be written in it as well. At the university level,
students in many countries study almost all their subjects in English in order to
make the material more accessible to international students. Furthermore Most of
the top business schools, medical centers and advanced-study institutes are
located in North America and Great Britain, and English is the language used in
every activity at these institutions of higher learning.

Job Opportunities
Knowing English opens job and employment opportunities in many countries
and markets and. Multilateral institutions and agencies recruit professionals with
multilingual skills but also expect the candidates to have good English-speaking
skills. As well, you will be able to obtain jobs in your own country because you can
speak English. Therefore your opportunities will be numerous when you can speak
and read English.

Travelling
Learning English will give you the ability to travel to English speaking
countries like the United States, Canada and England. As well, you will be able to
communicate with other people in Europe, Asia, and all over the world. On a travel
will be easier asking for directions when you can speak the language.
Understanding the tour guide is another benefit of understanding English. Your
whole vacation will open up before your eyes when you can understand the people
and the things around you.

Entertainment (opcional)
You will be able to read books written by American, British, and other
English speaking authors without needing the translated copy.
Some of the most famous magazines in the world are in English, such as
Time or even Cosmopolitan.
Learning English will allow you to watch movies in their original language
When you learn English you can finally understand what your favourite song
on the radio is saying. American and British music is some of the most popular in
the world, and surprisingly some musicians still have something important to say in
their lyrics.

Ways to learn English ( n sei q merda queres com isto)

Questions
Conclusion