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Tech startup boosts dairy industry with ‘Fitbit’ for cows

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you worn Fitbits or smartwatches? How was the experience?  Do you think wearable devices could be useful in other areas of our lives? Which one do you have in mind? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The innovative startup introduced a game-changing app that simplifies everyday tasks and enhances productivity. reminder /ri-MAYHN-der/ [noun] – a written or spoken message that reminds someone to do something The sticky note on the fridge served as a helpful reminder for Mark to pay his…
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Why AI won’t replace creative, social, and physical jobs anytime soon

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. empathy /EM-puh-thee/ [noun] – the ability to share someone else’s feelings or experiences by imagining what it would be like to be in that person’s situation Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, and it’s an important skill to have when you want to be a good friend. therapist /THER-uh-pist/ [noun] – someone whose job is to treat a particular type of mental or physical illness or disability, usually with a particular type of therapy If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, it might be helpful to talk to a therapist…
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Why AI won’t replace creative, social, and physical jobs anytime soon

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the definition of AI? What are some examples of creative jobs that require a human touch? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emotional intelligence /ih-MOH-shuh-nl in-TEL-i-juhns/ [noun phrase] – the ability to understand the way people feel and react and to use this skill to make good judgments and to avoid or solve problems Having emotional intelligence means being aware of your own feelings and how they affect others. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time Currently, I am studying English, but I used to study Spanish in…
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Why AI won’t replace creative, social, and physical jobs anytime soon

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Can AI replicate human creativity and imagination? Is it possible for AI to replace the social interactions and emotional intelligence required for some jobs? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 replace /ri-PLEYS/ [verb] – to take the place of something, or to put something or someone in the place of something or someone else My sister had to replace her broken pencil with a new one during the exam. profession /pruh-FESH-uhn / [noun] – any type of work that needs special training or a particular skill, often one that…
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Could potatoes and tomatoes power our lives?

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common uses of potatoes and tomatoes in our daily lives? What is vegetable electricity? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a result When you bake a cake, it’s important to follow the process step by step to ensure it turns out delicious. concept /KON-sept/ [noun] – a principle or idea The concept of recycling is to take old materials and turn them into something new instead of throwing them away. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb]…
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Could potatoes and tomatoes power our lives?

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 How often do you charge your phone? Do you think potatoes and tomatoes can be used to generate electricity? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 charge /chahrj/ [verb] – to put electricity into an electrical device such as a battery You need to charge your phone every night so that it has enough battery for the next day. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to think about, talk about, or study something, or to experience it, in order to find out more about it We’re going to explore the park today…
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Could potatoes and tomatoes power our lives?

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eccentric /ik-SEN-trik/ [adjective] – strange or unusual, sometimes in an amusing way My neighbor is known for his eccentric style of dress, often wearing bright colors and mismatched patterns that stand out in our quiet neighborhood. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [noun] – a person who is one of the first people to do something Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, and her discoveries led to important advances in the understanding of physics and chemistry. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the situation in which you need something or someone all the time, especially in order to…
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