Speak Up! Practice Speaking Skills for an Oral Test in English

Speak Up! Practice Speaking Skills for an Oral Test in English

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to practice and improve your speaking skills for an oral test in English in 3 mavo.

Let the students know what they will be able to do after the lesson.

What do you already know about speaking in English for a test?

Preparing for the Test

Preparing well is essential for a good result. Start by studying the exam topics and practicing your vocabulary.

Explain the importance of preparation and give some tips on what to study.

Speaking Tips

Speak clearly and confidently, use correct grammar, and don't be afraid to ask for clarification if you don't understand a question.

Provide tips for speaking effectively in English.

Role Playing

In pairs, practice having conversations related to the exam topics. Switch roles to practice both speaking and listening.

Provide instructions for the role playing exercise and give time for students to practice.

Useful Phrases

Learn some common phrases that can be used in a variety of situations, such as asking for clarification or expressing an opinion.

Provide a list of useful phrases and have students practice using them.

Recording Practice

Record yourself speaking and listen to the recording to identify areas for improvement. Take note of your pace, pronunciation, and intonation.

Provide instructions for recording practice and give time for students to practice.

Peer Feedback

Listen to your partner's recording and give them feedback on their speaking skills. Be constructive and offer suggestions for improvement.

Provide instructions for peer feedback and give time for students to practice.

Review and Practice

Review your notes and continue practicing your speaking skills regularly. Don't hesitate to ask your teacher for help if you need it.

Encourage students to keep practicing and offer support.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.