Polytech - 3A MecaMat - Gueguen

→ In groups of two, compare the following healthcare systems (France vs. another one). List the pros and cons of each. Then, be ready to present a comparative summary to your classmates. Prepare to explain which you think is better and why.

1. Watch the videos individually + take notes (15-20 mn)

2. Share the information you have. Update the information on the French system with what you know of it.

3. Compare and get ready to report to the others. Organize your ideas logically to present your comparison.

Compare and contrast the two systems:
Both systems …. / Neither of them …….
One of them …. while the other …..
Similarly, … / Likewise, ….. Unlike + GN, ….. / Contrary to + GN, ……. / In contrast, …….
The same AS …./ similar TO …. / different FROM
X differs from Y in ….. / It is very similar to …. / It is not the same as …..
Instead (end of sentence) / Instead of + GN/ V-ing
Use comparatives and at least one double comparative

Pairwork: Articles on Japan's Earthquake-Resistant Buildings

1. Work in pairs. One of you will read Article A and the other will read Article B.
2. Read your article carefully and take notes.
3. Then, explain the main points of your article to your partner.
4. Together, discuss and answer the following shared questions:

• What are the main strategies used in Japan to reduce earthquake damage?
• What challenges still remain in making all parts of the country safe?
  
• What could be done to improve earthquake safety in the future?

Groupwork: Analysis of a building

1. Select a building from the list. 
2. Read about earthquake building codes in Japan. 
3. Prepare a visual document (pdf, word, slide, canva, mindmap, etc.) with:

• Presentation of the building (structure, material, purpose, maintenance...) + Does it comply with the earthquake building code?
• Stakes and risks 
• What are your recommendations?

4) Group work: Presentation of Notpla's products

1. You will be assigned a product from the list. You are allowed to check other websites.
2. Prepare a summary with:

• Presentation of the product (material, purpose...) + advantages
• Real-life applications
• Existing or potential limitations

1) Food Containers

2) Rigid Cutlery

3) Energy Gel Pods

4) Paper

5) Laundry Sachet

5) Pitching a product

1. Take a quick look at the research article "A comprehensive review on plant protein-based food packaging: Beyond
   petroleum-based polymers" (2025)
2. Prepare a 5min pitch for a sustainable and innovative packaging solution of your invention, using biopolymers as an alternative to
   petroleum-based polymer. Create a poster to present your invention.