Speaking Practice Midterm
Examination will test the student’s ability to express their thoughts and ideas
in spoken English language. The
speaking exam will cover Units
1-2 of Summit 1 & Summit
2 textbook. The
midterm will be conducted in groups of (2-4 students) may choose from the two
options: group discussion or interview style questions. Students
will be graded individually despite the group examination.
1.
In the group discussion, students will
be tested on the
following grading criteria: rhythm & intonation,
the ability to support the answer with relevant examples and facts, fluency,
and the ability to ask follow-up questions.
You can choose the topic of your choice or something related to Unit
1-2. Asking proper follow-up questions
while someone is talking is crucial for the success of this examination.
Students should NOT take turns talking as this does not mimic a natural speech
or discussion.
2.
In the interview style questions, students will randomly answer 2-4 questions
related to Units 1-2. The answers will also be graded on the following
criterion: accuracy of the answer, the ability to support answers with relevant
examples and facts, stress, rhythm
& intonation,
and fluency. Each student in the group will get to answer
different questions.
Students will be graded on the
following criteria: 5 points each
·
Rhythm,
Intonation & stress—Usage of
correct rhythm, stress of words, and intonation to aid in understanding of the
speech.
·
Follow-up
Questions—Ability to focus on others to ask
appropriate follow-up questions.
·
Fluency-- Spoken smoothly and with ease: flowing speech that
doesn’t hinder understanding
·
Support/detail/reason-- Answers are supported with sufficient reasons and details
to support the answer.
In addition, small talk
at the beginning of the session will measure your ability to have a naturally
flowing conversation with the instructor.
During this time, feel free to share about how you’re doing and to ask
questions. This will be worth 2 points. Total midterm
exam score will be 22 points.
Your speaking midterm is worth 15% of your final grade
so please come
prepared. I can tell when zero preparation has been done for the examination.
Lastly, come at
least 10 minutes before your group’s scheduled time. If I’m running late,
please be patient and wait for the prior group to finish and then just come into
the classroom once you see the previous group leaving. This would help to save
time by eliminating the need for me to get the next groups outside. PLEASE BE QUIET OUT IN THE HALL WAY WHILE YOU’RE WAITING! It’s difficult
to hear students speaking when it’s noisy out in the hallway. In addition, I do
not want other professors yelling at you all so please use your best judgment
and speak quietly.
Good luck!
