Speaking and Listening - Level 1

For the speaking and listening component of Functional English, learners are expected to take part in an informal discussion. I have created a resource that encourages learners to think about how they might contribute to the discussion, which can be shared in an overall class-feedback session.

Learners can consider the following aspects of discussions:

• Their contributions - how can your learners contribute to the discussion? Could they ask questions, share views and ideas, encourage others or make responses?
• Adaptability - can the learners adapt their roles in the discussion? Can they listen, ask questions, share opinions, make recommendations etc.?
• Using appropriate language - are learners able to respond to the tone and topic with appropriate language? Can they respond to informality with relaxed and friendly/familiar vocabulary?
• Making extended contributions - Can they raise questions or share intriguing thoughts and opinions?
• Responses - are learners able to respond and take it in turns with contributions? 

To view the resource, please click on the link below:

Informal Discussion (link)