IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 17: The environment

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan The environment

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Describe an environmental problem using reference words, causes, and clear solutions.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, clear reference words, five highlighted items, and one practical solution.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: This problem affects ___. Add one cause and one simple action.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain one local effect and one wider effect of the environmental problem.
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 The environment
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: the environment
1 Can you tell me about an environmental problem near your school?
Yes, there is sometimes litter near the school gate. For example, students leave drink cups there after buying snacks.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when you helped the environment, and what it was like?
Last term, our class cleaned a small garden. At first, it looked messy, but later it felt brighter and calmer.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think teenagers can help the environment? Why?
Yes, I think, teenagers can help through small habits. This is because, using less plastic and saving water are easy daily actions.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Reference Words

Grammar

Reference words point back to ideas already mentioned. Words like "this", "these", "it", "they", and "such" help avoid repetition.

Example

Plastic bags harm rivers, so we should avoid them.

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

Word Stress in Environmental Words

👂 Listen: Stress the clear syllable in pollution, climate, habitat, and protect.

🗣️ Practise: Pollution can damage the local climate.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Pollution污染 Nounadj.pollutedv.pollute · polluted
Climate气候 Nounadj.climaticadv.climatically
Solar太阳能的 Adjectiven.solar energy
Waste浪费 / 废物 Nounadj.wastefuladv.wastefullyv.waste · wasted
Protect保护 Verbn.protectionadj.protectiveadv.protectively
Impact影响 Nounadj.impactfulv.impact · impacted
Habitat栖息地RECYCLED Nounadj.habitat-based
Survive生存RECYCLED Verbn.survivaladj.surviving
Idiom 1: Go green — 选择绿色生活 ExplanationChoose actions that are better for the environment. ExampleOur class decided to go green by saving paper.
Idiom 2: Make a difference — 带来改变 ExplanationCreate a positive change. ExampleSmall habits can make a difference to the school environment.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In my view, the environment is affected by daily choices at school. For example, plastic bags and drink cups can create pollution (污染) near classrooms. Also, hot weather may remind students that the climate (气候) is changing. If a school uses solar (太阳能的) lights, it can save power in a simple way. At first, students may not notice small rubbish. Later, they see how much waste (浪费 / 废物) one class can make. In short, young people can go green (选择绿色生活). Most importantly, the action must be easy to repeat.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION The school eco-club has asked students to choose one environment campaign. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a plastic-free lunch campaign
OPTION B a tree and garden campaign

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

Model Answer
SITUATION Actually, our class must choose one school environment campaign.
OPTION A On one hand, a plastic-free lunch campaign can protect (保护) the school yard. For example, fewer bottles means less rubbish. However, some students may forget reusable boxes.
OPTION B On the other hand, a tree and garden campaign can reduce heat and give insects a small habitat (栖息地). If plants grow near classrooms, students can see a positive impact (影响). Still, it needs regular care.
PREFERENCE I would choose the plastic-free lunch campaign, because everyone can join. REASON The main reason is, small changes help the environment survive (生存). REASON Also, it can make a difference (带来改变) every lunchtime.
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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 What are the main effects of pollution on young people?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, pollution can affect young people a lot. REASON When pollution (污染) is near schools, students may breathe dirty air. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, traffic smoke outside the gate can make running in PE harder.
Your Answer
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2 How important is climate education for schools?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, climate education is very important. REASON If students understand the climate (气候), they can make better choices. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, they may save power during hot months.
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 Some people say one student cannot protect the environment. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, one student can still help the environment. REASON Although one person cannot fix everything, one habit can protect (保护) a place. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, carrying a bottle reduces plastic at lunch.
Your Answer
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4 How important is clean energy for protecting the environment?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, clean energy is important for protecting the environment. REASON This is because, when schools use less dirty power, students see that small choices matter. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, our school could add one solar (太阳能的) light near the playground as an example during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Make the reference word clear.

  • Pollution hurts rivers. They is serious.
  • Plastic bags are everywhere. It create waste.
  • The school saved power. These was helpful.

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 (Reference Words).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. Pollution hurts rivers. It is serious. 2. Plastic bags are everywhere. They create waste. 3. The school saved power. This was helpful.
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