GCSE English - Speaking & Listening by Rob Stevens https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening en-us 2017-12-06 14:24:10 UTC 2025-11-03 10:29:49 UTC hello@padlet.com By the end of the session you will be able to: tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213712542
  • Revise your understanding of key language terms and techniques.  

    • Evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses regarding Speaking and Listening.

    • Understand what makes a good Speaking and Listening presentation. 

    • Understand the success criteria for Pass, Merit and Distinction and be able to apply these criteria to your own presentation.

    • Research and prepare your presentation, gathering evidence of preparation and research. 
    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:33:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213712542     Speaking and Listening Help Sheet tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213713989 2017-12-06 14:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213713989 Complete your Speaking and Listening presentations ready for the 1st week back after Christmas. tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714229 2017-12-06 14:36:10 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714229 Speaking and Listening Record Form tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714372 2017-12-06 14:36:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714372 Peer assessment sheet tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714461 2017-12-06 14:36:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714461 Mark Scheme tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714571 2017-12-06 14:36:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714571 Less is more PowerPoint example tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714734 Here is an example of the amount of text you could have in your own PowerPoint presentation. 

    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:37:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213714734     To begin with... tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213715121 Choose a topic!
    • You need to be interested in your topic AND...
    • Your topic needs to have enough about it to sustain a 5 minute presentation
    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213715121     Now to gather your information tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213716353 Research you topic thoroughly.

    An example of a topic could be:
    • Talk about your favourite band/singer
    • Talk about a hobby that interests you
    • Speak for or against the motion, 'The death penalty should be reinstated.'
    • You could discuss cruelty to animals in travelling circuses
    • You could discuss a particular culture or country that interests you
    • Speak for or against the motion, 'Homework should be banned.'
    • Speak for or against the motion, 'Donald Trump is a corrupt president.'
    • Outline your stance on Brexit
    • Speak for or against the motion, 'Students shouldn't have to wear school uniform.'
    • Discuss technology addiction and reliance amongst young people
    • Discuss your favourite school subject, outlining why
    • You could discuss feminism/racism/sexism
    • Discuss the difference in wages which men and women receive

    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213716353     Create a presentation tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213723953 I suggest you use PowerPoint. It's simple to use and can be quite effective.

    Remember, don't cram your PowerPoint presentation full of information. 

    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213723953     Show time! tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213725861 You've researched your topic and built an awesome PowerPoint presentation.

    That's all the hard work done!

    Now you just have to present it!

    Remember:
    • Memorise your notes (as best as you can)
    • Don't read from the screen
    • Make eye-contact
    • Try not to fold your arms
    • Try not to move around to much
    • Speak appropriately (no swearing!)
    ]]>     2017-12-06 14:54:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213725861     Advice and guidance from BBC Bitesized tutor_rob https://padlet.com/tutor_rob/speakinglistening/wish/213725984 http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/english/speaking/speakingandlisteningtasksrev2.shtml

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