IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 14: Medical care

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Medical care

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Describe medical help using future in the past, clear symptoms, and simple advice.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, would / should correctly, five highlighted items, and safe health language.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: I thought it would ___. Add one symptom and one action.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain what happened first, what help was given, and how the person recovered.
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 Medical care
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: medical care
1 Can you tell me about a common health problem students have?
Yes, many students get a sore throat during busy weeks. For example, the first symptom (症状) may be a dry voice after long study.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when you needed medical help, and what it was like?
Last term, I hurt my ankle during PE. At first, I was nervous, but the school nurse treated me like a careful patient (病人).
Your Answer
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3 Do you think hygiene is important at school? Why?
Yes, I think, hygiene is very important. This is because, good hygiene (卫生) can stop germs spreading in a crowded classroom.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Future in the Past

Grammar

Would can show a future idea seen from a past moment. It often reports what someone expected, planned, or promised.

Example

The doctor said the pain would improve soon.

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

Weak Forms of would and should

👂 Listen: would and should are often weak in natural speech.

🗣️ Practise: I thought I would feel better. The nurse said I should rest.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Patient病人 Nounadj.patientadv.patiently
Treatment治疗 Nounadj.treatablev.treat · treated
Symptom症状 Nounadj.symptomaticadv.symptomatically
Hygiene卫生 Nounadj.hygienicadv.hygienically
Infection感染 Nounadj.infectedv.infect · infected
Remedy疗法 / 补救方法 Nounadj.remedialv.remedy · remedied
Pressure压力RECYCLED Nounadj.pressuredv.pressure · pressured
Praise称赞RECYCLED Verbn.praiseadj.praiseworthyadv.praisefully
Idiom 1: Under the weather — 身体不舒服 ExplanationFeeling slightly ill. ExampleI felt under the weather after the school sports day.
Idiom 2: Back on your feet — 恢复健康 ExplanationHealthy again after being ill. ExampleAfter two days of rest, I was back on my feet.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In my view, good medical care starts when a patient (病人) explains the problem clearly. For example, a student should describe the pain, the time it began, and any symptom (症状). Also, a nurse may suggest simple treatment (治疗) before the problem gets worse. If students wash their hands well, good hygiene (卫生) can reduce infection (感染) in class. At first, some students may feel embarrassed to ask for help. Later, they usually feel calmer. In short, clear speaking helps doctors and nurses. Most importantly, health advice should be easy to follow.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION The school nurse has asked students to choose one health topic for a class talk. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A how to avoid spreading infections at school
OPTION B what to do when you feel ill

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 health topic for a class talk.
OPTION A On one hand, infection advice is useful because classmates share desks. Also, teachers may praise (称赞) students who clean their hands well. However, it can sound like a simple rule list.
OPTION B On the other hand, illness advice can include a home remedy (疗法 / 补救方法) and rest. When students feel under the weather (身体不舒服), they need to know when to ask an adult. Still, it must not replace a doctor.
PREFERENCE I would choose illness advice, because it helps daily life. REASON The main reason is, students often face study pressure (压力) and ignore health. REASON Also, rest can get them back on your feet (恢复健康) sooner.
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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 How important is hygiene for students in a busy school?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, hygiene is very important in a busy school. REASON When students keep good hygiene (卫生), fewer germs spread between desks. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, washing hands before lunch can protect friends who sit nearby.
Your Answer
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2 What should young people do if they notice a symptom during the school day?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, students should tell an adult quickly. REASON If a symptom (症状) appears during class, waiting may make the problem worse. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, a student with a headache can visit the nurse before PE.
Your Answer
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0 / 20 minimum
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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 Some people say rest is better than quick treatment. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, rest and treatment can both help. REASON Although simple rest may be enough, some problems need treatment (治疗). EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a small cold may improve with sleep, but a high fever needs advice.
Your Answer
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4 What are the advantages of being polite in medical places?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, being polite in medical places is very important. REASON This is because, when people speak calmly to nurses and doctors, they get help more quickly and clearly. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a young patient (病人) could describe pain simply and listen to advice during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Use would or should after a past reporting verb.

  • The nurse said I will rest.
  • I thought the pain will stop.
  • My mother said we visit the clinic.

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 (Future in the Past).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. The nurse said I should rest. 2. I thought the pain would stop. 3. My mother said we would visit the clinic.
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