A job interview
A job interview
Learning objective
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A job interview
Learning objective
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson, you will be able to use key vocabulary and form appropriate questions and answers for a job interview in English.
What do you already know about job interviews in English?
Key Vocabulary: Introductions
Learn words like: interviewer, candidate, position, application. Use these terms to introduce yourself.
Common Interview Questions
Familiar questions include: Tell me about yourself. Why do you want this job? What are your strengths?
Formulating Answers
Structure answers with STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to provide clear responses.
Practice: Tell Me About Yourself
Create a short self-introduction. Include your background, skills, and career goals.
Describing Strengths and Weaknesses
Choose strengths that match job skills. Be honest about weaknesses and show improvement.
Interactive: Mock Interview
In pairs, take turns being interviewer and candidate. Use provided questions.
Questions to Ask the Interviewer
Prepare questions like: What are the team goals? What is the company culture?
Interview Etiquette
Be punctual, dress appropriately, and maintain eye contact. Show enthusiasm and gratitude.
Cultural Differences in Interviews
Understand cultural norms. In some cultures, modesty is valued; in others, assertiveness.
Review and Recap
Summarise key points: vocabulary, question formulation, answering techniques, etiquette.
Feedback and Reflection
Write down one thing you learned today and one area to improve.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
