Tips and Techniques Preparation 2 minutes

read the given situation carefully to ensure you understand the situation and task at hand write down the key words and aspects you have to deal with in the situation write down all your ideas using short notes or mind maps DO NOT attempt to write down all you want to say number or sequence your ideas in logical manner so that it shows good cohesion and maturity of thought

Individual Presentation
begin by greeting your audience speak clearly and loud enough for those in the exam room to hear you aim for grammatical accuracy and speak in complete sentences if you get stuck, rephrase what you want to say in simple language. If still cannot continue, leave that idea and move on to the next point that you want to talk about make eye contact with the examiner and other candidates DO NOT read from the script You are only allowed slight hand movements but do not go overboard

Group Discussions
Listen attentively Remember to talk about the task at hand and DO NOT go out of point Be a team player and DO NOT monopolise the discussion Help, prompt and encourage others to contribute to the discussion Show that you value what others had said by using appropriate expressions If you disagree with someone, express your disagreement politely and give your reasons Display your ability to manage a discussion by indicating, maintaining and concluding a discussion

When listening to others

listen attentively take down short notes

 DO NOT write everything that is being said DO NOT do your own work DO NOT interrupt the speaker or pass comments Show interest in what your friends have to say by using appropriate body language like nodding your head