speakingandlistening


 * __[[image:megaphone.jpg align="right" caption="SPL is 20% of the overall mark"]]Speaking and Listening (20%)__**

As part of your English Language course, you will have to produce THREE Speaking and Listening activities. These are worth **20% of your overall final grade** on the course.

The 3 actvities you will have to complete are:


 * __1) Individual Extended Contribution__

In this section of the assessment you will have to:

-** Explain, describe, narrate on a topic of your choice (an individual speech or presentation. This will be prepared and rehearsed and delivered in front of an audience who will be allowed to ask questions at the end. You will also be marked on the answers you give to these questions.


 * __2) Group Discussion__

In this section of the assessment you will have to:

-** Discuss, argue or persuade around a controversial topic. You will have to defend your views and listen to the views of others, responding appropriately to their views. You will be judged on how well you manage the discussion and whether you can come to a consensus (shared agreement) at the end of the discussion.


 * __3) Drama-focused Activity__

In this section of the assessment you will have to:

-** Explore, analyse and imagine a role-play or an improvised situation. You will need to engage and entertain the audience, sustaining a convincing role and interacting effectively with others.


 * The department is currently reviewing how these assessments will be conducted. Further information will appear online very soon.**