Makes sure everyone understands the activity before the group begins working.

Makes sure the group stays focused

and members actively take part.
Leader
Useful phrases: "Does everyone understand their role?" "Let's start by doing…." and "Let's stay on the task we have
to complete."

Writes down important information from the task. They also write down the ideas for the speaker to present.
Writer /
Recorder Useful phrases: "Can you say that again, please?" "How shall I write this?" and "Have I written this clearly?"

Makes sure that information and language the group uses for the work is correct. Also stays aware of the time
remaining for the activity.
Checker Useful phrases: "Is this what the teacher wants?"

"Let me check the spelling/meaning of that word" and "We have five minutes left."

Summarizes the group's work for the rest of the club or class.
Speaker
Useful phrases include, "Shall I start with….?" and "How does this sound?"