| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | English as second |
| What topic | Trinity Speaking Exams |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Trinity Speaking Exams
Suitable for various levels (A1-C2), depending on the students' proficiency in English.
English as a Second Language
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson plan corresponds to the national curriculum's focus on communication skills, language development, and assessment preparation for English language learners.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Trinity Exams | 5 min | Briefly explain the Trinity Speaking Exams and their importance. Discuss the structure and types of speaking tasks included in the exam. |
| 2 | Listening Activity | 5 min | Play an audio clip of a sample Trinity Speaking Exam. Discuss key points with students. Encourage students to listen for exam strategies used in the clip. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 5 min | Divide the class into small groups. Each group discusses their thoughts on the exam format and shares their own experiences speaking English. |
| 4 | Practice With Questions | 10 min | Distribute sample questions. Students take turns answering them in pairs while timing each other. Encourage feedback between partners. |
| 5 | Role-playing Scenarios | 5 min | In pairs, students select a question from the handouts and enact a short role-play based on the exam setting. |
| 6 | Wrap-Up and Homework | 5 min | Summarise key takeaways from the lesson. Assign homework to practice speaking at home and ask them to record their responses for self-evaluation. Homework should be submitted via an online platform rather than presented in class. |
This lesson aims to prepare students for the Trinity Speaking Exams, promoting not only understanding of the exam structure but also practical speaking experience in a supportive environment. The feedback mechanism ensures that students receive constructive criticism without the stress of public presentation.