'Tis the season again! Time really flies, doesn't it? So, I've got a fun Christmas gift for all the Cambridge prep teachers out there - Christmas-themed speaking activities for CAE candidates. There's truly nothing better than relaxing after a busy prep time while still getting ready for that exam, all in a festive vibe! I… Continue reading Christmas-themed C1 speaking
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C1 – Use of English Part 4 – Mastering paraphrasing
While I may not be the biggest fan of Use of English (and I know many of my students feel the same), I firmly believe that mastering it is key to success. CAE Use of English Part 4 involves sentence transformations, which challenge students on their understanding of grammar, collocations, and fixed expressions. A well-designed… Continue reading C1 – Use of English Part 4 – Mastering paraphrasing
Halloween-themed C1 speaking
After a two-year break, I am returning with another instalment of Cambridge Halloween-themed speaking! This easy, no-prep class combines the best of both worlds: exam preparation and the fun of discussing the holiday. This type of class is typically well-received by all students, so get ready for some spooky conversations in the style of a… Continue reading Halloween-themed C1 speaking
C1 – Health Challenges of Olympians
The world is still buzzing with excitement about the 2024 Olympics. It's hard to find anyone who doesn't know what happened in Paris during the games. There's been a lot of discussion related to sports, so why not engage your students in a conversation about health? One interesting topic to explore is whether Olympians are… Continue reading C1 – Health Challenges of Olympians
CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Games
Most of us have played games at some point in our lives, whether it's video games or board games. With so many different types of games available, it's a versatile topic that's suitable for people of all ages. Even C1 Cambridge prep students can benefit from discussing games, as it's an easy way to learn… Continue reading CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Games
CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Gendered Jobs
March is an incredible month for various reasons, one of them being International Women's Day. Don't shy away from the topic as it may bring up an engaging debate about gendered jobs - jobs that are typically associated with either males or females. The internet is filled with information about International Women's Day and its… Continue reading CAE – Speaking Part 2 – Gendered Jobs
C1 – Describing films and TV shows
he other week almost everyone talked about the biggest cinema event of 2023 – the release of Barbie and Oppenheimer on the very same day. This definitely seeped into your lessons, and even if it didn't, you can bring up the topic and talk about students' favourite films and TV shows, while using this C1… Continue reading C1 – Describing films and TV shows
Cambridge CAE – Writing Part 2 (report)
With the increased number of advanced students looking for different ways of improving their communication while talking about their jobs, I naturally started looking for various activities that match their interests. I want my students not only to talk about work-related things but also set them up for future homework. In this class, students get… Continue reading Cambridge CAE – Writing Part 2 (report)
CAE – Reading Part 8
No matter who we are and where we are from, we can all agree on one thing - we all had to start our careers from zero. Whether your students are fresh graduates or looking for a career change, you can use this CAE exam preparation lesson to read and discuss advice given by career… Continue reading CAE – Reading Part 8
April Fools’ Day-themed C1 speaking
Is it April Fools' Day or April Fool's Day? I've been researching that for a bit too long and still don't have an answer to this burning question. What I do know, though, is that I have been working on another Cambridge-style speaking exam lesson plan, so you all can take a breather and discuss… Continue reading April Fools’ Day-themed C1 speaking