Make your reasoning audible
State your position, explain the main reason, and give a relevant example. Use signposting such as My main concern is... or A practical example would be... to help listeners follow the structure. Avoid filling every pause with another connector. A brief pause can make a key point easier to absorb.
I would support keeping the library open later during assessment periods. My main reason is that some students work during the day. A practical example would be a quiet study area available until ten in the evening.
Acknowledge a limitation and respond
A concession recognises a valid point on the other side. It strengthens the discussion when you then explain how it affects your recommendation. Use measured language such as may, in some cases, or provided that when the evidence or proposal has limits. Avoid pretending that one example proves a universal claim.
Admittedly, longer opening hours would increase staffing costs. For that reason, I would first test the change for two weeks and review both attendance and cost.
Record a two-minute response
Open prompt: Should a university reserve one afternoon each week for independent study? Give your position, one supporting reason, a realistic example, and one counterargument. Respond to the counterargument and end with a qualified recommendation. Record yourself using your own device if you wish, then check whether each point is understandable without reading a script.
I would favour this approach, provided that students can still contact a tutor when they need guidance. The strongest objection is... However, that concern could be addressed by...
Check your understanding.
Choose one answer for each question. You will see explanations after finishing.