Speaking - discussion

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

Today

• Group discussions. Max. 4 people in a group.
• Choose one subject from the list and prepare a 10 minute discussion. Give each other feedback after the discussion. Each person focusses on one other group member.
• One of you is leading the discussion and making notes.
• Tips: Consider various points of view, consider your own point of view and think of one or two questions to start off the discussion.

Peer feedback

• Give each other feedback on the following:
• Content. (arguments, questions etc.)
• Language use. (grammar, vocab, sentence structure)
• Pronunciation and fluency.
  
  Did everyone speak an equal amount of time? (2,5 min). 
  
  

Discussion: Going Green

• Work through the worksheet in pairs/groups.
• Write down your answers.
• Hand in at end of class.
  
  
• Aim:  Learn expressions containing green, vocabulary about the environment and looking at an image from different perspectives; using an image as a stimulus for discussion.

Today

• Speaking exercise - Sales pitch.
  
  
• Prepare a sales pitch on your favorite product/company/event.
• 15 - 20 minutes to prepare a 5 minute pitch in pairs.
• Use visuals such as PowerPoint to support your pitch.
  
• Try to use new vocabulary and be persuasive! You want the group to buy your product, be client of your company or go to your event!
  
• Questions?

Tips

1: Tell a story.

2: Include a value proposition.

3: Personalize the sales pitch.

4: Switch up your pitch.

5: Practice your pitch.

6: Try not to use metaphors.

7: Create a WOW moment.

8: Appeal to emotions.

9: Back it up with facts.

10: Tap into their fear of missing out.

11: Educate them.

Today

• Sales pitches!
• Give each other feedback on speech and content.
  
  
• Aim: Improve speaking skills.