“Creativity consists of coming up with many ideas, not just that one great idea.”
Charles Thompson
It is often said that “Two minds are better than one” and “The more the merrier” Put these two concepts together and what do you get: Brainstorming. This week we would like to discuss this method of pooling great minds and ideas together and coming up with innovative solutions that can change the world – as they have done, so many times already.
We’d also like to take this opportunity for you to join us in brainstorming ideas for a brand new Conversation Club. Fill in the form below and let´s brainstorm how to make our club even better than ever for the people that matter the most: You, our student!
If you would like to suggest a topic, please leave your comment at the end of the post.
Dizem que duas cabeças pensam melhor que uma. E também dizem que quanto mais melhor. Junte estes dois conceitos e o que você têm: Brainstorming. Esta semana queremos discutir este método de juntar grandes mentes e idéias e criar algo inovador que pode mudar o mundo – como já aconteceu várias vezes.
E aproveitando a oportunidade, gostarimos que você se juntasse a nós e fazer um Brainstorming para criar um Conversation Club novinho em folha. Preencha o formulário abaixo e vamos juntar idéias para fazer um Club ainda melhor para aqueles que mais importam: vocês, nossos alunos!
Se quiser sugerir um tópico, por favor deixe seu comentário no fim do post!
Part 1 – Language development
In this section you will find an activity to help you better prepare to discuss the topic. It can be a grammar, listening or pronunciation activity to help you speak even more!
Part 2 – Video activities
Here you will find a short video about the topic with some questions to help you understand it.
Part 3 – Authentic Material
If you want to push yourself, here you will find material that digs deeper into the topic. Use your dictionaries if necessary.
How to organize a successful brainstorming session
Some Questions to help you think about the topic:
Where do new ideas come from?
What great ideas came from brainstorming in your life?
What are some disadvantages of brainstorming?
Conversation Club 
“Great ideas are like expensive wines. They are best enjoyed when shared . . . especially with those who have value for them.”
― Apoki Charles