By watching this video lesson, you will learn how to support your opinions and ideas like a native English speaker.
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FLUENCY LESSON INTRO | The Rule of 3s
Short Reminder:
- “Provide enough support for your thoughts, ideas, and opinions by giving 3 details, 3 examples, or 3 reasons.”
Part 1 | 3 Details
Explanation: The first part of this rule focuses on the important details of the topic, subject, or person you are discussing. In other words, you want to help your listener visualize what you are talking about.
Topic & Question: Plan [What is your plan for the next five years?]
My Response: Over the next five years, my plan is to focus on personal and professional growth, sustainability, and adventure.
3 Details:
1. Complete my master’s degree in environmental science. [Facts.Details]
2. Transition into a career focused on green technology. [Facts.Details]
3. Travel to at least three new countries. [Facts.Details]
Support for my Response:
“Over the next five years, my plan is to focus on personal and professional growth, sustainability, and adventure. Specifically, I aim to complete my master’s degree in environmental science, transition into a green technology career, and embark on a journey to at least three new countries.”
° Sustainability: ability to maintain or support a process over time
° Embark on: This phrase means to start or begin something.
Part 2 | 3 Examples
Explanation: The second part of this rule focuses on examples of the topic, subject, or person you are discussing. In other words, you want to help your listener understand more by giving them real-life example situations.
Topic & Question: Plan [What is your plan for the next five years?]
My Response: Over the next five years, my plan is to focus on personal and professional growth, sustainability, and adventure.
3 Examples:
1. Enroll in a prestigious master’s program geared towards environmental science to gain advanced knowledge in sustainability. [Example]
2. Secure a role in a company specializing in green technology, contributing to innovative solutions for renewable energy and eco-friendly products. [Example]
3. Travel to Japan, Costa Rica, and Norway. [Example]
Support for my Response:
“In the next five years, I see myself deeply involved in both advancing my career and enriching my personal life. For my personal growth, I’m planning to enroll in a prestigious master’s program geared towards environmental science to gain advanced knowledge in sustainability. Then, for my career advancement, I will secure a role in a company specializing in green technology, contributing to innovative solutions for renewable energy and eco-friendly products. On a personal level, I aim to travel to new places, such as Japan, Costa Rica, and Norway.”
° Prestigious: Well-known and respected
° Geared towards: Designed or intended for
Part 3 | 3 Reasons
Explanation: The third part of this rule focuses on giving specific reasons for your ideas on the topic, subject, or person you are discussing. In other words, you want to help your listener understand your thought process and how you developed your idea.
Topic & Question: Plan [What is your plan for the next five years?]
My Response: Over the next five years, my plan is to focus on personal and professional growth, sustainability, and adventure.
3 Reasons:
1. Pursuing a master’s in environmental science will enrich my expertise, which is crucial for addressing complex climate issues. [Reason]
2. Transitioning into green technology will align my career with my commitment to ecological sustainability, which will allow me to make a direct impact on environmental concerns. [Reason]
3. Exploring new cultures and ecosystems firsthand will broaden my perspective, which will also facilitate a better understanding of how various communities approach sustainability and integrate it into their lives. [Reason]
Support for my Response:
“My plan for the next five years is rooted in the desire for growth, contribution, and exploration. Firstly, pursuing a master’s in environmental science will enrich my expertise, which is crucial for addressing complex climate issues. Secondly, transitioning into green technology will align my career with my commitment to ecological sustainability, which will allow me to make a direct impact on environmental concerns. Lastly, exploring new cultures and ecosystems firsthand will broaden my perspective, which will also facilitate a better understanding of how various communities approach sustainability and integrate it into their lives.”
° Facilitate: Make an action or process easier.
° Integrate: Combine one thing with another to become a whole.