IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 18: Feeding the world

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Feeding the world

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Describe a food issue using noun phrases, clear causes, and fair solutions.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, noun phrases, five highlighted items, and one realistic solution.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: A food problem is ___. Add who it affects and one possible solution.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain why a food problem can be local and global at the same time.
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 Feeding the world
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: feeding the world
1 Can you tell me about a food issue you have heard about?
Yes, I have heard about food waste in school canteens. For example, some students take too much rice and throw it away.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when you helped save food, and what it was like?
Last week, I finished my lunch and kept a banana for later. At first, it was a small action, but it felt responsible.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think schools should teach students about food problems? Why?
Yes, I think, schools should teach this topic. This is because, students eat every day, so they can understand food choices easily.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Noun Phrases

Grammar

A noun phrase is a group of words around a noun. It can add details like number, size, place, or purpose.

Example

A small bowl of rice can feed one person.

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

Stress in Noun Phrases

👂 Listen: Stress the key noun in food supply, local farms, and fair prices.

🗣️ Practise: A local farm can support the food supply.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Population人口 Nounadj.populatedv.populate · populated
Farming农业 / 农耕 Nounadj.farmingv.farm · farmed
Supply供应 Nounadj.suppliedv.supply · supplied
Hunger饥饿 Nounadj.hungryadv.hungrilyv.hunger · hungered
Local当地的 Adjectiven.localityadv.locallyv.localise · localised
Fair公平的 Adjectiven.fairnessadv.fairly
Waste浪费 / 废物RECYCLED Nounadj.wastefuladv.wastefullyv.waste · wasted
Impact影响RECYCLED Nounadj.impactfulv.impact · impacted
Idiom 1: Go hungry — 挨饿 ExplanationNot have enough food to eat. ExampleNo child should go hungry during a school day.
Idiom 2: From farm to table — 从农场到餐桌 ExplanationThe journey food takes from production to eating. ExampleThe video showed how rice travels from farm to table.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In my opinion, feeding the world is a difficult topic because the population (人口) keeps growing. For example, some places need more rice, fruit, and clean water. Also, modern farming (农业 / 农耕) must produce enough food without damaging land. When the food supply (供应) is weak, families may face hunger (饥饿). At first, this problem can seem far away. Later, students may notice food waste in their own cafeteria. In short, a local (当地的) action can still matter. Most importantly, people should respect food every day.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your social studies teacher has asked students to choose one food-awareness project. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a school food waste project
OPTION B a food charity collection project

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

Model Answer
SITUATION Well, our class has to choose one food-awareness project.
OPTION A On one hand, a school food waste project is fair (公平的) because it teaches students not to throw away lunch. For example, leftovers can be counted. However, some students may feel blamed.
OPTION B On the other hand, a food charity project can show the impact (影响) of hunger. If students collect safe food, fewer people may go hungry (挨饿). Still, it needs careful rules.
PREFERENCE I would choose the food waste project, because it starts with our own habits. REASON The main reason is, it reduces waste (浪费 / 废物). REASON Also, it helps students understand food from farm to table (从农场到餐桌).
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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 Why do you think some people still face hunger today?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, some people face hunger because food is not shared well. REASON When supply (供应) is low, prices can rise quickly. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a poor family may buy less fruit and meat.
Your Answer
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2 How important is local farming for families?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, local farming is important for families. REASON If farming (农业 / 农耕) happens nearby, food can reach markets faster. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, fresh vegetables from nearby villages may cost less.
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 What are the advantages of a fair food system?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, a fair food system helps people feel safer. REASON Although food costs are different, a fair (公平的) system gives everyone a chance. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, school lunches should be healthy and affordable.
Your Answer
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4 What are the advantages of teaching students about world food needs?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, teaching students about world food needs is useful. REASON This is because, when teenagers see how food is shared, they waste less and think more carefully. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a geography lesson could show how a growing population (人口) changes farming choices during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Make the noun phrase clear.

  • A problem food serious affects families.
  • Local methods farming can help.
  • We need system lunch fair.

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 (Noun Phrases).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. A serious food problem affects families. 2. Local farming methods can help. 3. We need a fair lunch system.
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