ROLE PLAYS FOR AVIATION STUDENTS

Cancellation of a Flight

Missing a Flight

Loss of Baggage

TO BE CONTINUED...

DAILY ENGLISH PRACTICE

Ten questions about STATE, POSSESSION, REALITY

1. Are you excited about this course?

2. Were you confident when you spoke English?

3. Will you be active in English?                                                  

4. How long have you been a student of English?

5. Do you have the confidence to speak English?

6. Did you have good marks in English exams?

7. Will you have the power of English Communication(EC)?

8. Is there a need for good English speakers?

9. Were there any problems in our society because of poor English speakers?

10. Will there be a change in our English standards in future?

Ten questions about ACTION

1. I play cricket. Do you play any game regularly?

2. I like batting. Do you like anything in particular about your game?

3. I am improving my fielding. Are you improving any skills related to your favourite game?

4. I am playing my next game tomorrow? Are you playing any game tomorrow?

5. I have scored a century in Cricket? Have you got any achievement/prizes/records in any game?

6. I have been playing Cricket for the last five years. Have you been playing any game for the last five years?

7. I played Cricket last Sunday. Did you play any game last Sunday?

8. I was playing with my neighbourhood friends. Were you playing with your friends last weekend?

9. I will play Cricket with Sachin, my dream player. Will you ever play with your favourite player?

10. I will be teaching Cricket to the small children. Will you be teaching any games in future?

Passive Actions (Eight sentences)

1. I am given a lot of respect here. Are you given a lot of respect here?

2. I am liked by all teachers. Are you liked by all teachers?

3. I am being taught by Mr. Vijay. Are you being taught by Mr. Vijay?

4. I am being taught by Miss Rema tomorrow. Are you being taught by Miss Rema tomorrow?

5. I have been invited for the function. Have you been invited for the function?

6. I was inspired by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam while studying in school. Were you inspired by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in your school days?

7. I was being taught by Malayalam medium teachers last year. Were you being taught by  Malayalam medium teachers last year?

8. I will be taught six subjects this year. Will you be taught six subjects this year?

Questions using Modal Verbs. (Twelve sentences)

1. Can we play some games. It's free time now.

2. Could you please tell me which is the next session? Who will take it?

3. The teacher will come a bit late. May I read your notes for a while?

4. Must I come early tomorrow? There is no class in the first hour.

5. Do we need to submit the assignments tomorrow?

6. Do we have to go to the main hall for the next session?

7. Do we ought to bring the text book to the class?

8. Should we call our class teacher?

9. Would you like to come with me to the library?

10. Shall I become your group leader?

11. I used to play Football in school. Did you play Football ?

12. It might rain now. What do you think?

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Exercise 1: Cancellation of a Flight

Passenger: (angrily) Our flight has been cancelled? What are we supposed to do now?

Ground Staff: I apologize for the inconvenience. I know how frustrating this must be for you. Unfortunately, the flight has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Let me see what options are available for you.

Passenger: (upset) Unforeseen circumstances? That's not helpful. We need to get to our destination. What can you do for us?

Ground Staff: I understand your concerns. I'm happy to help. We can rebook you on the next available flight, which is tomorrow morning. Alternatively, we can offer a refund or a voucher for a future flight.

Passenger: (disappointed) Tomorrow morning? That's not acceptable. We have important meetings and appointments.

Ground Staff: I understand the impact this has on your plans. Let me check if there are any other flights available with our partner airlines or other carriers that might get you to your destination sooner.

Passenger: (skeptically) Will that make a difference?

Ground Staff: It's worth exploring. (checks options) Actually, I can book you on a flight with a partner airline that departs in a few hours. It might be a bit more expensive, but it could get you to your destination sooner.

Passenger: (thoughtfully) Okay, what's the cost?

Ground Staff: Let me check the fare difference. (checks the fare) It's an additional [amount]. Would you like to book it?

Passenger: (after considering) Alright, yes. Book it.

Ground Staff: Alright, I'll process the rebooking. (processes the rebooking) Here's your new boarding pass. I'll also provide you with a voucher for accommodation and meals while you wait.

Passenger: (somewhat relieved) Alright, thanks for your help.

Ground Staff: You're welcome! If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to ask. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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Exercise 2 : Handling a Missed Flight

Ground Staff: Hi there, can I help you with something?

Passenger: (frustrated) Oh, I'm so sorry. I just realized I missed my flight! I was running late and didn't make it to the gate on time.

Ground Staff: I understand this can be stressful. Can I see your boarding pass, please? (checks the boarding pass) Okay, I see you were supposed to board Flight 456 to Chicago.

Passenger: (anxious) Yes, that's right. Is there any way I can get on the next flight?

Ground Staff: Let me check availability for you. (checks the system) Okay, the next flight to Chicago is in three hours. I can try to book you on that one. Would you like me to check availability?

Passenger: (hopeful) Yes, please. How much will it cost?

Ground Staff: If there's availability, there might be a change fee or difference in fare. Let me check the options. (checks the system) Okay, I can offer you a seat on the next flight for an additional fee. Would you like me to book it?

Passenger: (thoughtfully) Okay, yeah. Book it.

Ground Staff: Alright, I'll process the change. (processes the booking) Here's your new boarding pass. Your new flight departs at [time]. You'll need to go through security again.

Passenger: (relieved) Alright, thanks for your help.

Ground Staff: You're welcome! If you need any further assistance, feel free to ask. We have refreshments available while you wait.

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Exercise 3: Lost Luggage

Passenger: (frustrated) Excuse me, I've lost my luggage! I checked it in, but it's not here.

Ground Staff: I'm so sorry to hear that. Can you please provide me with your baggage claim tag and your boarding pass?

Passenger: (rummages through pockets) Here you go. (hands over the claim tag and boarding pass)

Ground Staff: Thank you. Let me check the system. (checks the system) Okay, it says here that your bag was checked in and loaded onto the flight. Can you describe your luggage to me?

Passenger: It's a black suitcase with a red strap. I had a tag with my name and contact info on it.

Ground Staff: Alright, I'll file a report for your missing luggage. We'll do our best to locate it and get it to you as soon as possible. Can you please provide me with your contact information and accommodation details?

Passenger: (provides contact information and accommodation details)

Ground Staff: Great, thank you. We'll contact you as soon as we locate your luggage. In the meantime, you might want to check with the baggage claim area to see if it's been turned in. If we don't locate it within a few days, we'll provide you with a claim form to fill out.

Passenger: Okay, thanks. How long does it usually take to find lost luggage?

Ground Staff: It varies, but we'll do our best to find it within 24-48 hours. We'll keep you updated on the status.

Passenger: Alright, thanks for your help.

Ground Staff: You're welcome! We'll do everything we can to reunite you with your luggage.

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SOFT SKILL WORKSHOPS for EMPLOYABILITY CENTER under EMPLOYMENT EXCHANGE KOZHIKODE in 2023

SOFT SKILL WORKSHOP (Employability Center, Calicut)

 AREAS COVERED

1. Communicate to impress : Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills

2. Stay ahead in  Group discussions : Know why group discussions are conducted and learn to participate actively

3. Write effective emails - craft professional email with impactful content and a strong subject line

4. Develop soft skills for the workplace - know the importance of soft skills to achieve better results

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CLASS AT LP GIMSAT, CALICUT ON SOFT SKILL AWARENESS IN SEPT.2025

What I took in today's class:

What are Soft Skills.

Importance of Soft Skills.

How to speak to a group/panel.

The power of space, sound and silence.

How to Think using a verbal language like English.

The importance of self awareness.

How to practice SELF LOVE using English sentences as a meditation.

Secret of a powerful, value added self introduction for success in Job Interviews.

A simple method/formula/an image to program your sub-conscious mind to think about self in English using positive and realistic sentences.

Interactive exercises to practice interview handling skills.

Importance of speaking, reading, writing and listening skills.

Importance of grooming skills.

TO BE CONTINUED...

RAW THOUGHTS

• Conversations are driven by the four wheels: Attention, Emotion,Tribe mentality and Us versus Them mindset and Curiosity with FOMO(Fear of missing out).
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• The role of conversation: There is no last word in any context, no full stops;when quotes end, conversations begin. As human beings we should converse about what we read, not just by-heart, memorize or believe. Healthy, constructive and creative conversations about any  thought, concept or idea is what human life is all about;what else.....?
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• I believe a reading a book is  a dedication....you are submitting to a narrative...it's like being in oneness with a "world of thoughts".
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• When you are in the act of speaking.....stress, pause, pitch, tone variations...filler words and also getting feedbacks....matters. For most speakers, words and grammar are the only important things. I am in search of a trainer who has the qualities other than verbal content.
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• Beyond consciousness there is subconsciousness, our comfort space; beyond subconsciousness, there is superconsciousness, our creative space....through speaking let's explore more....much beyond our needs to know and tell...let's be more, have more and do more...experiment, explore, playfully create and grow.

TO BE CONTINUED...