Introductie
Op deze Wikiwijs-pagina vind je informatie over Speaking Skills 1, een onderdeel van het 4-havo programma voor Engels.
Speaking Skills 1
Purpose
In this assignment you will prove that you can give a clear presentation about a familiar subject. Your language competence needs to be at B1+ level.
You can choose a subject from a list of suggestions, or think of your own subject. The only criterium is that your subject has a clear link to the English-speaking world. This way, you will also work towards a broader knowledge of the English-speaking world, which is useful in your further exams.
Assignment
You will prepare a presentation using the Pecha Kucha format.
You will support your presentation with visual aids. This is at least a Keynote/Powerpoint presentation, but you may also use physical objects, posters, etc.
The subject of your presentation is something that is clearly linked to the English-speaking world. You may choose from a list of suggestions, or come up with your own idea, in which case it is recommended you discuss it with your English teacher beforehand so you are sure you are preparing the right thing.
You can find information on how you will be assessed and marked for this presentation under 'Evaluation'.
Help
If you stuck to last term's planning, you've already done Wasp Reporter Exam Issue: Revolutionary Inventions. If not, then do that first to get an introduction to what a Pecha Kucha is.
On the websites below, you can find additional information and help.
Pecha Kucha (official website)
Hoe maak je een Pecha Kucha?
Preparation
Below, you will find a list of topics related to the English-speaking world that might interest you. Choose from the list, or choose your own subject. The most important thing is that you choose something you are truly interested in; that way, your presentation is bound to be interesting as well.
Famous places
- London
- New York
- Sydney
- Stonehenge
- Edinburgh
- Hollywood
- Uluru / Ayers Rock
- Mount Rushmore
- Grand Canyon
- ...
Famous people
- Queen Elizabeth II (or I...)
- Joe Biden
- Bob Ross
- Billie Eilish
- Jamie Oliver
- JK Rowling
- Ella Fitzgerald
- John Lennon
- John F Kennedy
- Elvis Presley
- ...
Sports & activities
- cricket
- American Football
- NBA
- Cheese Rolling
- Highland Games
- ...
Culture
- William Shakespeare
- Celtic music
- Haggis
- Battle of Hastings
- Jane Austen
- the Beatles
- Wicca
- ...
Choosing a topic that is not on the list above? Check with Mrs Wams whether it's okay before you start your research!
Presentation
You will be scheduled to do your presentation in SE week 5 which takes place from June 28th to July 3rd.
Your audience will consist of 3-4 classmates, your English teacher and an extra coach.
Evaluation
You will be assessed on four categories:
- Task requirements --> whether you are able to make a Pecha Kucha
- Message & Organisation --> whether you are able to make your message clear and organise your presentation so that it conveys your message clearly.
- Use of language --> whether you show B1+ ability in vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
- Delivery --> whether you are able to present engagingly and confidently, using preparation, eye contact and body language.
In the document below, you will find the full assessment rubric and marking scheme.
SE Speaking skills 1 4H rubric (rev Mar 23).pdf
