Speaking activities guidelines

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Speaking Activity Guidelines 
 
Some points to bear in mind … 
 
BEFORE 
 
• Lead in to generate interest in the topic under discussion. There should be some link with what 
has been previously taught. We rarely discuss things “out of the blue”. 
 
• Make sure the discussion has a clearly defined purpose. 
 
• If there is essential language needed for the activity (structures or vocabulary), it should be 
presented before the speaking activity. 
 
• Give the students thinking time to formulate their ideas, and/or rehearsal time. 
 
• Check that the students know exactly what they have to do. 
 
DURING 
 
• Arrange the classroom. What form is most appropriate? Pairs? Groups? Whole class? 
 
• While Ss are talking, keep a low profile if possible, (out of eye contact) BUT … be prepared to 
prompt with ideas / language if necessary. 
 
• It’s useful to note down useful errors or examples of good English produced by Ss to be dealt with 
later. 
 
AFTER 
 
• Get feedback on the discussion. This should not be longer than the discussion itself. Did the Ss 
agree / find a solution, etc … 
 
• Have a brief correction slot. Include some examples of good English. 
 
• Does the activity lend itself to some kind of follow-up? (E.g. written homework, further reading 
around the topic, internet articles, etc …)