IGCSE Speaking
IELTS Prep Course

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

Week 33: 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, explain public attention, and give balanced opinions in speaking.

Success Criteria

WILF (What I'm Looking For)Use concession language, compare two choices, protect simple fluency, and give examples.

Support (Band 5.0 Target)

Use the frame: Fame can be good because ___, but it can be hard because ___. Add one example.

Stretch (Band 6.0+ Target)

Explain how success can be different from being famous, using balanced reasons.
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 something about a successful person you know?
Yes, my cousin is successful because she studies hard and helps at home. In my opinion, she is not famous, but she is responsible. For example, she won a school prize and still helps her brother revise.
Your Answer
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2 Can you tell me about a time when someone became popular at school, and what it was like?
Last term, a student became popular after winning a singing contest. At first, everyone wanted to talk to her. Later, she looked a little tired because people asked for videos every day.
Your Answer
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3 Do you think fame makes people happy? Why?
No, I think, fame does not always make people happy. This is because, famous people may lose quiet time. For example, a young singer may enjoy applause but dislike constant attention.
Your Answer
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Section 2
Weekly Grammar Point
4 MIN
Keep

Concession with Although and Even though

Grammar

Although and even though introduce a surprising or opposite idea. They help you sound balanced when you partly disagree.

Example

Although fame looks exciting, it can also feel lonely.

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

Intonation for Balanced Conclusions

👂 Listen: Use a steady voice when you show both sides, then make your final opinion clear.

🗣️ Practise: Practise this, Although fame is exciting, it is not always easy.

Section 4
Vocabulary Table
4 MIN
Keep
Reputation名声 / 声誉 Nounadj.reputableadv.reputably
Celebrity名人 Nounadj.celebrated
Publicity宣传 / 关注 Nounadj.publicadv.publiclyv.publicise · publicised
Influential有影响力的 Adjectiven.influenceadv.influentiallyv.influence · influenced
Privacy隐私 Nounadj.privateadv.privately
Worthwhile值得的 Adjective
Awareness意识RECYCLED Nounadj.awareadv.awarely
Commitment投入 / 承诺RECYCLED Nounadj.committedv.commit · committed
Idiom 1: In the public eye — 在公众视野中 ExplanationOften seen or discussed by the public. ExampleA young singer in the public eye may lose some privacy.
Idiom 2: Fame and fortune — 名利 ExplanationBeing famous and rich. ExampleNot every successful person wants fame and fortune.
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Section 5
Shadowing Text
8 MIN
Cut in Lab Mode

Adapted from the Cambridge IGCSE ESL Coursebook

In modern life, success and fame are easy to mix up. For example, a celebrity (名人) may receive much publicity (宣传 / 关注), but that does not always mean deep success. At school, students often care about reputation (名声 / 声誉), especially when classmates talk online. Although public attention feels exciting, it can also create pressure. In my view, young people should protect their privacy (隐私) and not share every part of life. Also, a person in the public eye (在公众视野中) needs calm habits and trusted friends. When a person stays kind, success becomes more than being noticed. Overall, real success should include effort, respect, and a healthy mind.

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Section 6
Part 2 Question and Model Answer
15 MIN
Keep

SITUATION Your school magazine has asked students what kind of successful person should be interviewed. You are considering the following options:

OPTION A a famous online singer
OPTION B a local student volunteer leader

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

Model Answer
SITUATION Well, I will compare two people for a school magazine interview.
OPTION A On one hand, an online singer may be influential (有影响力的) because many teenagers follow music videos. However, the interview might focus too much on fame and fortune (名利) and not enough on learning. Even though students may feel excited, they may copy the wrong values.
OPTION B On the other hand, a student volunteer leader is a worthwhile (值得的) choice because the story is close to school life. Also, it can raise awareness (意识) about helping others. Although this person may not be famous, their commitment (投入 / 承诺) can teach useful lessons.
PREFERENCE I would choose, the volunteer leader. REASON The main reason is, students need examples of useful success, not only public attention.
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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 There is an opinion that fame is more important than personal happiness. Do you agree?
Model Answer
OPINION I disagree, fame is not more important than happiness. REASON This is because, although publicity (宣传 / 关注) can feel exciting, it may bring pressure. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a popular student may enjoy attention but still need quiet time.
Your Answer
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2 How important is privacy for young celebrities?
Model Answer
OPINION In my opinion, privacy is very important for young celebrities. REASON The reason is, when a teenager loses privacy (隐私), normal school life becomes difficult. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For instance, strangers may comment on their clothes, friends, or family photos.
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 Why do you think some teenagers want to become famous online?
Model Answer
OPINION I think, some teenagers want online fame because it looks exciting. REASON This is because, if a celebrity (名人) gets praise, students may want the same feeling. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, short videos can make success seem quick and easy.
Your Answer
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4 How important is a good reputation for public people?
Model Answer
OPINION In my view, a good reputation is important for public people. REASON This is because, when fans trust actions more than words, fame becomes safer and more stable. EXAMPLE / EXTENSION For example, a young singer should protect their reputation (名声 / 声誉) by speaking kindly online during a short class talk.
Your Answer
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Section 10
Exit Ticket
4 MIN
Keep

🎯 Fix the Error: Choose although or even though to complete each balanced sentence.

  • 1. ______ fame brings attention, it can reduce privacy.
  • 2. ______ a person is famous, they may feel lonely.
  • 3. ______ success is exciting, students still need rest.

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 (Concession with Although and Even though).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. Although 2. Even though 3. Although
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