IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 13: Success and fame

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Success and fame

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Discuss success and fame using contrast markers, balanced reasons, and simple examples.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, contrast language, five highlighted items, and clear preference support.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: Fame can ___, but success can ___. Add one example.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Balance good points and problems, then explain whether fame helps or hurts young people.
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 Success and fame
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: success and fame
1 Can you tell me about a successful person you know?
Yes, my cousin is successful in table tennis. For me, her success (成功) comes from daily training, not only natural skill.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when someone received praise, and what happened?
Last term, my friend won a drawing prize. After that, the teacher gave her warm praise (称赞), and she felt more confident.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think fame is always good? Why?
No, I think, fame can be difficult. This is because, a famous (著名的) person may have little private time and face pressure.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Discourse Markers Showing Contrast

Grammar

Contrast markers show a different or opposite idea. Useful starters include "however", "although", "but", and "on the other hand".

Example

However, fame can bring pressure as well as success.

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

Intonation for Contrast

👂 Listen: Pause before a new contrast idea.

🗣️ Practise: Success feels exciting. However, fame can feel stressful.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Success成功 Nounadj.successfuladv.successfullyv.succeed · succeeded
Famous著名的 Adjectiven.fameadv.famously
Award奖项 Nounadj.award-winningv.award · awarded
Talent天赋 / 才能 Nounadj.talented
Pressure压力 Nounadj.pressuredv.pressure · pressured
Praise称赞 Verbn.praiseadj.praiseworthyadv.praisefully
Volunteer志愿者RECYCLED Nounadj.voluntaryadv.voluntarilyv.volunteer · volunteered
Charity慈善机构 / 慈善RECYCLED Nounadj.charitableadv.charitably
Idiom 1: In the spotlight — 成为关注焦点 ExplanationReceiving a lot of public attention. ExampleAfter winning the school singing contest, she was in the spotlight.
Idiom 2: Rise to fame — 成名 ExplanationBecome famous over time. ExampleThe young player rose to fame after one important match.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In my view, real success (成功) is more than being famous (著名的). For example, a student may win an award (奖项) after many quiet afternoons of practice. Also, some people have strong talent (天赋 / 才能), but they still need effort. Although public attention can feel exciting, it may bring heavy pressure (压力) too. At first, classmates may only see the final prize. Later, they may learn how much work came before it. In short, success should not be judged only by cameras. Most importantly, effort matters.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your school magazine has asked students to choose one person to interview about success. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a young singer who won a talent show
OPTION B a student volunteer who helped a charity

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

Model Answer
SITUATION Well, we need to choose one person for a magazine interview.
OPTION A On one hand, the singer can talk about public praise (称赞) and hard practice. Also, many readers enjoy music stories. However, the interview may focus too much on being in the spotlight (成为关注焦点).
OPTION B On the other hand, the student volunteer (志愿者) can show quieter success. When someone helps a charity (慈善机构 / 慈善) without wanting attention, the story feels kind and real. Still, it may sound less exciting at first.
PREFERENCE I would choose the volunteer, because the message is better. REASON The main reason is, success should help others. REASON Also, it shows people do not need to rise to fame (成名) to matter.
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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
0 / 20–300
✨ 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 Some people say success is more important than fame. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, success is more important than fame. REASON Although fame may look exciting, real success (成功) can last longer. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a student who improves slowly may feel proud even if nobody knows their name.
Your Answer
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2 Why do you think famous teenagers can feel a lot of pressure?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, famous teenagers can feel heavy pressure. REASON When a young person faces pressure (压力) every day, small mistakes may feel bigger. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, online comments can make a singer worry before performing at school.
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 How important is talent for becoming successful in school activities?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, talent helps, but effort is still needed. REASON If a student has talent (天赋 / 才能) but never practises, progress will be slow. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a good singer still needs warm-ups and teacher advice.
Your Answer
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4 How important is handling fame carefully for young people?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, handling fame carefully is important for young people. REASON This is because, when teenagers see online attention as temporary, they protect their studies and friendships. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a student who becomes famous (著名的) online should still keep normal school habits during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Add a contrast marker and correct punctuation.

  • Fame is exciting it can bring pressure.
  • He is talented he still practises daily.
  • She won an award she stayed kind.

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 (Discourse Markers Showing Contrast).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. Fame is exciting. However, it can bring pressure. 2. He is talented, but he still practises daily. 3. She won an award. Despite this, she stayed kind.
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