Presentation · B5 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.1.10.1.2

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three differences between spoken and written forms of English, such as contractions and sentence length.
Convert a written sentence into its spoken form and a spoken sentence into its written form, using the examples given as a guide.
Explain, in their own words, why spoken language is often shorter and simpler than written language.
Prepare and deliver a short, simple speech introducing a chairman, using informal spoken features appropriately.
Give a one-minute speech on a chosen topic such as My Favourite Meal, using simple sentences suitable for speaking.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Oral Language (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Presentation (1.10)
Content standard: B5.1.10.1 - Demonstrate knowledge of spoken grammar and register
Indicator: B5.1.10.1.2 - Demonstrate awareness of the differences between spoken and written forms of language, e.g. formal and informal register
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 86
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Revise some differences between spoken and written forms of language, e.g. simplicity in spoken sentences and complexity of written sentences.
e.g. written: I have not gone there. spoken: I haven't gone there.
- Demonstrate simplicity of spoken language by giving short and simple speeches on a topic.
E.g. Introduction of a chairman.
- Encourage learners to give short and simple speeches on chosen topics, e.g. My Favourite Meal.