IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 20: Technology and the future

IELTS Band 5 - 6

QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Technology and the future

Learning Objectives

WALT (We Are Learning To)Describe a future technology using future forms, balanced reasons, and clear predictions.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use blue-bold starters, will / going to / might, five highlighted items, and one balanced risk.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: I think ___ will ___. Add one benefit and one risk.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain one benefit and one risk of a future technology for students or families.
Plan A Classroom Only 80 MIN
Part 1, 2 & 3 Questions this lesson.
Default plan: one 80-min classroom lesson. 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 · 9 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 6 · 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 ticks the Sec 7 checklist & 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 Technology and the future
Plan B Computer Lab + Classroom — Lesson 1 of 2 40 + 40 MIN
Part 1 & 2 Questions THIS lesson · Part 3 Questions NEXT lesson.
Use when homework must be supervised. First of two weekly cycles — weekly total 2 × (40 + 40) min. Cut sections shown below.
Computer Lab · 40 min · supervised
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 9 0–20 min Record · Last Week
  • Open LAST week's Interactive Handout. Check recording quality as students record.
  • Confirm every student sends all 4 Part 3 recordings for scoring.
  • Record LAST week's Sec 9 Part 3 answers — practised live in Lesson 2.
  • Send all 4 recordings for scoring.
Sec 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 20–40 min Preview & Shadow
  • Switch to THIS week's handout. Run TTS shadowing — Sec 5 text, Sec 6 model answer.
  • Check students preview Sec 2 grammar, Sec 3 pronunciation, Sec 4 vocab.
  • Preview THIS week's Sec 2 · 3 · 4.
  • Shadow Sec 5 & 6 with UK/US TTS until pronunciation is clean.
Classroom · 40 min
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 0–5 min Warm-Up · Part 1
  • Open with WALT / WILF.
  • Send students to Section 1 and circulate.
  • Repeat your Part 1 answers 3× in pairs — faster each round.
Sec 6 5–15 min Answer Prep
  • Observe students' Sec 6 answer prep on boards — model already shadowed in the lab.
  • Correct errors before speaking.
  • Stand up at a whiteboard / window / large screen.
  • Write bullet notes for YOUR OWN Sec 6 answer.
Sec 6 · 7 15–35 min Speaking · 4-3-2
  • Run the 4-3-2 circuit (pairs, standing). Strict time — last round min 2 mins.
  • 2-min spot tests. Note errors for the board.
  • Repeat your Sec 6 answer 3× — faster each round.
  • Listener ticks the Sec 7 checklist & pushes speed.
Sec 7 35–40 min Review
  • Put top errors on the board.
  • Announce Lesson 2: live Part 3 (Sec 9) on today's topic.
  • Correct your errors.
  • Report one Sec 7 checklist item your partner missed.
Cut in Lab Mode Sec 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 — Input & Shadowing handled with TTS in the lab. Sec 8 — Writing typed & AI-corrected in Lesson 2's lab. Sec 9 · 10 — Part 3 & Exit Ticket run live in Lesson 2.
Homework Memorise your Sec 6 answer — you record it for scoring in the next lab. Finish any unfinished lab recordings.
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QTS ALIGNED Teacher Lesson Plan Technology and the future
Plan B Computer Lab + Classroom — Lesson 2 of 2 40 + 40 MIN
Part 3 Questions THIS lesson — Lesson 1's topic.
Second of two weekly cycles — weekly total 2 × (40 + 40) min. Classroom gives Part 3 live practice.
Computer Lab · 40 min · supervised
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 1 · 6 · 8 0–20 min Record & AI-Correct
  • Check recording quality on LAST LESSON's Sec 1 (Part 1) & Sec 6 (Part 2) answers.
  • Ensure students click 'Transcribe' then 'AI Correction'.
  • Record LAST LESSON's Sec 1 & 6 answers. Transcribe, then AI-correct.
  • Handwrite corrections into the handout. Re-record without reading — 'Send to Teacher'.
Sec 9 20–40 min Shadow Part 3 · Today
  • Run TTS shadowing on TODAY's Sec 9 model answers (words & sentences).
  • Students choose UK or US accent.
  • Shadow all 4 Sec 9 model answers until pronunciation is clean.
  • Note one follow-on idea per question for an extended classroom answer.
Classroom · 40 min
TimeTeacherStudents
Sec 9 0–5 min Framework
  • Write OPINION → REASON → EXAMPLE on the board.
  • Model it aloud with Sec 9 Q1's model answer.
  • Underline opinion / reason / example in the Q1 model answer.
Sec 9 5–15 min Planning
  • Give 10 minutes for notes on all 4 Sec 9 questions.
  • Circulate — push a REASON + EXAMPLE into every note.
  • Stand up. Write notes per question on the board: opinion → reason → example.
  • Bullet points only.
Sec 9 15–35 min Fluency Drill · 3×
  • Run the 3× fluency circuit. Push "Why?" & "Example?" at short answers.
  • 1-min spot tests. Note errors for the board.
  • Repeat your Sec 9 answers 3× — faster each round.
  • Swap answers in pairs — partner pushes speed.
Sec 10 35–40 min Wrap-Up
  • Write errors on the board.
  • Supervise Sec 10 exit ticket.
  • Complete the Sec 10 exit ticket. Correct your errors.
  • Log the homework.
Cut in Lab Mode Sec 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 8 — Input, Shadowing & Writing handled in the labs. Sec 1 · 6 · 7 — live in Lesson 1.
Homework Practise your Sec 9 answers aloud — you record all 4 in the next lab. Finish handwriting the Sec 6 corrections.
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Section 1
Part 1 Interview
5 MIN
Keep
Topic: technology and the future
1 Can you tell me about a technology you use every day?
Yes, I use my phone for homework reminders. For example, it helps me check messages from teachers and plan my evening study.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when technology helped you, and what it was like?
Last term, an online dictionary helped me prepare a speech. At first, I was slow, but later I learned words faster.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think technology will change schools? Why?
Yes, I think, technology will change schools. This is because, online tools can help students review lessons and practise speaking.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Describing Future Events

Grammar

Use "will" for quick decisions or predictions, "going to" for plans, and "may" or "might" for possibilities. Choose the form that matches how sure you are.

Example

Our school will use more robots in the future.

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

Sentence Stress in Predictions

👂 Listen: Stress prediction words like will change, might help, and may improve.

🗣️ Practise: Technology will change schools, but it may bring risks.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Technology科技 Nounadj.technologicaladv.technologically
Future未来 Nounadj.future
Invention发明 Nounadj.inventiveadv.inventivelyv.invent · invented
Research研究 Nounadj.research-basedv.research · researched
Material材料 Nounadj.materialadv.materially
Risk风险 Nounadj.riskyadv.riskilyv.risk · risked
Trend趋势 / 潮流RECYCLED Nounadj.trendyv.trend · trended
Sustainable可持续的RECYCLED Adjectiven.sustainabilityadv.sustainablyv.sustain · sustained
Idiom 1: Look ahead — 展望未来 ExplanationThink about what may happen in the future. ExampleYoung people should look ahead when learning about technology.
Idiom 2: Ahead of its time — 超前的 ExplanationVery new or advanced for its period. ExampleA flying car still feels ahead of its time.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In my opinion, technology (科技) will change how students learn in the future (未来). For example, a useful invention (发明) may help students practise speaking at home. Also, school research (研究) can show which tools really help learning. If a new material (材料) is lighter, future devices may be easier to carry. At first, new tools may seem exciting. Later, students must use them carefully. In short, technology should support thinking, not replace it. Most importantly, teachers still guide students with human care.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION The science club has asked students to choose one future technology talk. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A smart classrooms for future learning
OPTION B home robots for family life

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

Model Answer
SITUATION Well, our science club must choose one future technology talk.
OPTION A On one hand, a smart classroom talk shows a useful trend (趋势 / 潮流) in education. For example, tablets may help students review. However, too much screen time is a risk (风险).
OPTION B On the other hand, a home robot talk can show a more sustainable (可持续的) way to help families. If the robot saves power, it may help us look ahead (展望未来). Still, it could be expensive.
PREFERENCE I would choose the smart classroom talk, because students can understand it easily. REASON The main reason is, we already use digital tools. REASON Also, some ideas may be ahead of its time (超前的), so we should discuss them slowly.
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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 What are the main risks of using technology too much?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, using technology too much has real risks. REASON When students ignore the risk (风险), they may sleep late or lose focus. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, gaming before bed can make morning study harder.
Your Answer
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2 Some people say every new invention improves life. What do you think?
Model Answer
OPINION From my point of view, not every invention improves life. REASON Although an invention (发明) may look exciting, it can create new problems. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, a smart device may distract students during homework.
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 do you think schools will change in the future?
Model Answer
OPINION Overall, schools will become more digital in the future. REASON If teachers use technology (科技) wisely, students can review lessons anytime. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, speaking homework might include recorded answers.
Your Answer
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4 What are the advantages of discussing future technology at school?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, discussing future technology at school is useful. REASON This is because, when students ask what may change, they prepare for new study and work choices. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a class debate could imagine the future (未来) of transport, health, and learning during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Choose the best future form.

  • I going to use a robot tomorrow.
  • Schools are change in the future.
  • This app might helps students.

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 (Describing Future Events).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. I am going to use a robot tomorrow. 2. Schools will change in the future. 3. This app might help students.
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