IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE ESL (0510 / 0511) exam standards

Week 7: Interviews

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Interviews

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Describe an interview experience using imperatives, advice language, and clear feelings.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, five highlighted items, one yellow complex sentence, and one interview tip.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: Prepare ___, keep ___, and do not ___. Add one reason.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain how body language changes a listener's impression during a school interview.
Plan A Classroom Only 80 MIN
Default plan. Sections 11 & 12 are completed at home as unsupervised homework.
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 0–5 min Warm-Up
  • Open with WALT / WILF.
  • Send students to Section 1 and circulate.
  • Discuss the warm-up questions in pairs, in English.
Sec 2 · 3 · 4 5–15 min Input
  • Teach Sec 2 grammar, Sec 3 pronunciation, Sec 4 vocabulary.
  • Give an example sentence for each item.
  • Listen and take notes on the handout.
  • Offer your own example sentences.
Sec 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 15–35 min Shadow Read
  • Play TTS for Sec 5, 6, 9 text & model answers.
  • Students Listen → Repeat until pronunciation is clean.
  • Stand. Write own notes on whiteboards for Sec 6 & 9. Memorize answers.
Sec 7 35–55 min Speaking · 4-3-2
  • 2-min spot speaking tests. Correct mistakes. Note errors.
  • Repeat your answer 3× — faster each round.
  • Listener checks target items & pushes speed.
Sec 9 55–75 min Part 3 Discussion
  • Explain OPINION → REASON → EXAMPLE structure.
  • Push "why?" & "can you give an example?" for short answers.
  • Write Sec 9 notes in the lined space.
  • Repeat your Part 3 answers 3× in pairs — faster each round.
Sec 10 75–80 min Wrap-Up
  • Put top errors on the board.
  • Supervise Sec 10 exit ticket.
  • Correct your errors.
  • Log this week's homework (Sec 11 & 12).
Homework Sec 11 & Sec 12 (required, ~40 min).
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QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Interviews
Plan B Computer Lab + Classroom 40 + 40 MIN
Use when homework must be supervised. Sec 11 & 12 done in the lab; classroom shrinks to 40 min. Cut sections shown below.
Computer Lab · 40 min · supervised
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 11 0–20 min After Last Lesson
  • Circulate the lab and check recording quality across Part 1, 2 & 3.
  • Push AI written feedback on each student's Sec 6 answer.
  • Record LAST week's Sec 1, Sec 6 & Sec 9 answers (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3).
  • Run AI correction on the Sec 6 written answer.
Sec 12 20–40 min Before Next Lesson
  • Confirm each student previews NEXT period's vocab and grammar.
  • Check students shadow Transcoded Text and Model Answers.
  • Preview NEXT period's vocab and grammar.
  • Shadow all Transcoded Text and Model Answers for pronunciation practice.
Classroom · 40 min
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 0–5 min Warm-Up
  • Open with WALT / WILF.
  • Send students to Section 1 and circulate.
  • Discuss the warm-up questions in pairs, in English.
Sec 6 5–20 min Practice
  • Observe students' Sec 6 answer prep on boards.
  • Correct errors before speaking.
  • Stand up at a whiteboard / window / large screen.
  • Write your own answer to Sec 6.
Sec 7 20–35 min Speaking · 4-3-2
  • Briefly intro Sec 7 and run the 4-3-2 circuit (pairs, standing).
  • Strict time — fastest repetitions must be min 2 mins.
  • Repeat your answer 2× alone — faster each round.
  • Round 3 with a partner to push you to speak fast.
  • Last round must be fast and min 2 mins.
Sec 10 35–40 min Wrap-Up
  • Put top errors on the board.
  • Supervise Sec 10 exit ticket.
  • Correct your errors.
  • Log this week's homework (Sec 6 written answer).
Cut in Lab Mode Sec 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 8 — Input, Pronunciation, Shadowing and Writing dropped from classroom (handled with AI feedback in the lab / at home).
Homework Write Section 6 Answer, use AI correction, then write the corrected answer by hand into the student textbook.
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Section 1
Part 1 Interview
5 MIN
Keep
Topic: interviews and school selection
1 What kind of interviews do students sometimes have at school?
Usually, students may have a club or school-leader interview (面试 / 访谈). For me, this kind of meeting is useful but a little stressful.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when you had an interview or important meeting, and what it was like?
Last year, I had a short meeting for the English club. At first, I felt nervous (紧张的), but I answered slowly and smiled.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think young people should practise before interviews? Why?
Yes, I think, young people should practise. This is because, good preparation (准备) helps them speak clearly and feel less worried.
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Imperative Verb Forms

Grammar

Imperative verbs tell someone what to do. They often start with the base form of the verb, such as "open", "write", "choose", or "listen".

Example

Choose one question and give a clear answer.

Your Examples
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Section 3
Weekly Pronunciation Point
2 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Careful Final Consonants

👂 Listen: Keep final consonants clear in interview, applicant, confident, contact, and prepared.

🗣️ Practise: Say it clearly, good contact, prepared applicant, confident answer.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Interview面试 / 访谈 Nounadj.interviewingv.interview · interviewed
Applicant申请人 Nounadj.applicablev.apply · applied
Prepare准备 Verbn.preparationadj.prepared
Advice建议 Nounadj.advisableadv.advisedlyv.advise · advised
Nervous紧张的 Adjectiven.nervousnessadv.nervously
Eye contact眼神交流 Noun phrasen.eye contact
Method方法RECYCLED Nounadj.methodicaladv.methodically
Confident自信的RECYCLED Adjectiven.confidenceadv.confidently
Idiom 1: Make a good impression — 留下好印象 ExplanationMake someone think well of you. ExampleIn an interview, clean uniform can help you make a good impression.
Idiom 2: Think on your feet — 随机应变 ExplanationAnswer quickly and sensibly without much time. ExampleA practice interview helps you think on your feet.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

Usually, an interview (面试 / 访谈) feels formal, but it is still a conversation. Before it starts, every applicant (申请人) should check the time, place, and clothes. Also, students need to prepare (准备) two or three short examples. For example, they can talk about a class project or a club role. When the interviewer asks a difficult question, calm advice (建议) is to pause and answer simply. Finally, good eye contact (眼神交流) shows respect. In short, small habits can help students sound ready and polite.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your school is choosing students for a new English host team. The teacher asks how applicants should be selected. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a short interview with two teachers
OPTION B a group task with other students

Talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Say which option you would prefer, and why.

Model Answer
SITUATION Actually, the school needs a fair way to choose hosts.
OPTION A On one hand, a short interview helps teachers hear each student. Also, a quiet room can make a nervous (紧张的) student feel safer. However, some students do not think on your feet (随机应变) well.
OPTION B On the other hand, a group task shows teamwork and a clear method (方法). Although one student may speak more than others, teachers can watch who listens. Still, shy students may need support.
PREFERENCE I would choose the short interview, because hosting needs clear speech. REASON The main reason is, teachers can see if someone is confident (自信的). REASON Also, a polite answer can make a good impression (留下好印象).
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Section 7
Listener Task — Tick the Speaker's Checklist
5 MIN
Keep

Tick each item you hear in your partner's Part 2 answer.

Section 8
Writing Space
10 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Stand up and write your answer on the board or classroom windows. The teacher will correct it as you write. Copy the corrected answer below.

📝 Draft
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✨ AI-Corrected
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Section 9
Part 3 Questions
20 MIN
Keep

Answer the Part 3 discussion questions below. Use the Model Answer for guidance, then write your own response in the lined space.

1 How important is body language in a student interview?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, body language is very important in a student interview. REASON When a student keeps calm eye contact (眼神交流), the listener feels respected. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, sitting straight and smiling can make a short answer sound better.
Your Answer
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2 What are the advantages of practising interview answers with classmates?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, practising with classmates is very useful. REASON Although an applicant (申请人) may know the answer, speaking aloud can feel different. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, friends can give simple advice about speed, volume, and examples.
Your Answer
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Section 9
Part 3 Questions (continued)
20 MIN
Keep

Continue answering Part 3 questions. Use the Model Answer for guidance, then write your own response in the lined space.

3 Should schools interview students before choosing club leaders? Why?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, schools should interview students before choosing club leaders. REASON If a student can prepare (准备) and answer politely, they may lead others well. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a monitor should explain plans clearly to classmates.
Your Answer
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4 What are the advantages of practising interview questions with classmates?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, practising interview questions with classmates is useful. REASON This is because, when students speak before the real test, they feel less nervous and answer more clearly. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a partner could ask one interview (面试 / 访谈) question and give simple advice after each answer during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Choose the correct imperative form.

  • 1. Before the interview, _______ your answers aloud. (practise / practising)
  • 2. During the interview, _______ too fast. (do not speak / does not speak)
  • 3. At the end, _______ the teachers politely. (thank / thanked)

Section 11
After Today's Lesson
Lab or Home
  • aRECORD10 MINAPP Recording: Mock Test: Record all answers to questions in Part 1, 2 and 3 and SEND for scoring. MUST USE: 1 complex sentence + this week's grammar (Imperative Verb Forms).作业APP录音：模拟考试：录制Part 1、2和3全部问题的回答并发送评分。要求：必须使用1个复合句和本周语法点。
  • bWRITING10 MINType and AI correct your Part 2 answer. Handwrite your corrected answer into your coursebook.键入Part 2答案并使用AI批改。将批改后的答案手写到你的课本中。
Section 12
Before Next Week's Lesson
Lab or Home
  • aSHADOW10 MIN'Speaking Practice › Fluency'. Listen to next week's Section 1, 5, 6 & 9. Shadow their pronunciation — copy American or British intonation exactly — until you are comfortable with the pronunciation."口语练习 › 流利度"。听下周的第1、5、6和9部分。跟读模仿美式或英式的语调和发音，直到你对发音感到自如为止。
  • bRECORD10 MINRecord Sections 5 & 6: Memorise useful phrases and use bullet-point notes to help you repeat the paragraphs in your own words 3 times, out loud. Record your 3rd attempt.录音第5和第6部分：记忆有用的短语，并使用要点笔记帮助你用自己的话重复段落3遍，大声朗读。录下你的第3次尝试。
Section 10 Answers: 1. practise 2. do not speak 3. thank
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