How to prepare for Newly Formatted O-Level Oral Exams – Planned Response

By WR!TERS@WORK

In the newly formatted Secondary English Oral exams, the Reading Aloud portion will be replaced by the Planned Response component. Students will be given 10 minutes to watch a video clip and plan their response to an accompanying prompt, before delivering a spiel of up to two minutes. This is a test of their ability to think on their feet and put together a written script within a short time. More importantly, the newly formatted O-Level Oral exams also test students’ ability to present a cohesive and coherent response. In short, oral skills is of paramount importance if you want to score an1 A1 for O-Level English. Here are some Secondary English Oral Exam tips to help you prepare for the exam – Planned Response.

Tackling the new format O-level oral exam can be an exciting challenge for students. Read on to find out some tips to help students prepare for the upcoming new format O-Level Oral exams. Discover how WR!TERS@WORK helps students to better prepare for secondary school education. Next, learn how WR!TERS@WORK’s secondary English tuition programmes can help students to ace the O-Level Oral exams and score A1 for English.

How to Revise for the Newly Formatted O-level Oral Exams 

If you’re planning on doing self-study, this is what you can do! 

Step 1: Get yourself a O-Level Oral Exam 10-Year-Series. You can easily buy them online or from any bookstores in Singapore. 

Step 2: Select 3 – 4 questions and suggested responses from the answer key in the 10-Year-Series and read through them carefully. 

Step 3: Re-write those responses in the PEEL or SCARE structures and add in your personal experiences. You may also add in relevant examples that are trending. 

Step 4: Present your written responses in front of a mirror. 

Step 5: Use your mobile phone, tablet or laptop to record yourself presenting your written responses. 

Step 6: Watch the play back and analyse your presentation. Check your pronunciation, tone and musicality in your voice. Record again to perfect your presentation. 

If you are aiming to score A1 for O-Level English, you must ace the oral exams!

Why is It So Important to Do Well for Your O-level Oral Exams?

Being able to communicate well is a key skill needed to survive and thrive in the future. 

Oral skills are important in educational settings, especially when you are pursuing studies in junior colleges, polytechnics and even in universities. You will need strong oral skills when you are participating in class discussions and asking questions. Besides that, being able to articulate your thoughts orally can deepen your understanding of subjects, engage with peers, and improve your overall learning experience. It also helps when presenting research findings, delivering speeches, or defending arguments.

Secondly, good oral skills allow you to convey your thoughts, ideas, and emotions clearly and effectively to others. Whether in personal relationships, professional settings, or public speaking engagements, being able to express yourself fluently and articulately helps you connect with others and get your message across.

Next, you also need good oral skills to handle conflict situations because your oral skills play a vital role in expressing concerns, finding common ground, and resolving issues. The ability to communicate calmly, assertively, and empathetically can help deescalate conflicts, build understanding, and find mutually agreeable solutions. Strong oral skills contribute to building meaningful relationships. When you can communicate well with others, you are more likely to establish rapport, trust, and understanding. This applies to personal relationships, friendships, and professional networks.

In summary, oral skills are crucial for effective communication, building relationships, career advancement, leadership, learning, conflict resolution, and cultural integration. Developing and honing your oral skills can significantly enhance your personal and professional life.

Enjoy a Smooth Transition to Tertiary Education

The transition to tertiary institutions after secondary school years can be daunting for some students. Overall, English tuition can help students enjoy a smoother transition to tertiary education by reinforcing their language skills, providing a strong foundation for academic success.

WR!TERS@WORK is now at 8 locations. Find the nearest location that suits your convenience if you are interested in our primary English tuition and secondary English tuition in Singapore! If you have any questions about our range of programmes or class schedules, you may contact WR!TERS@WORK.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Teacher Jemmies has more than 25 years of experience teaching in the private education sector, specializing in English and writing. Armed with her rich experience in teaching, as well as interactive classroom culture, many students thrive under her tutelage. She is a dedicated and nurturing teacher who has successfully helped her secondary students in W@W to achieve marked improvement in grades. Her excellent track record features students from RI (Raffles Institution), HCI (Hwa Chong Institution), and CHS (Catholic High School) who have achieved As in English Language and high scores for essay writing in school examinations.