Group Discussion and Individual Response
Categories
Item | Language | Candidate per group | Preparation time | Contest Time |
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Group Discussion and Individual Response | English | 4 candidates | 10 minutes1 | 8 minutes2 |
1 Contest Staff have the right to adjust the contest time according to the actual number participants.
2The discussion lasts for 8 minutes per group. A minute will be given to each candidate to answer questions raised by the examiner.
Assessment Criteria
Assessment Rubrics | Level Deduction Item | |||
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Pronunciation and Delivery 25% | Communication Strategies 25% | vocabulary and Language patterns 25% | Ideas and Organization 25% | Over Time 3 |
3 Level will be deducted if the speech exceeds the specific time limit by 5 seconds.
Assessment Tips
Pronunciation and Delivery
*Pronunciation of words is clear and accurate.
*Use of stress and intonation enhances communication.
*Fluency
Communication Strategies
*Use a wide range of strategies to maintain interaction
*Use body language to enhance communication.
Vocabulary and Language Patterns
*Applied varied and appropriated vocabulary.
*Use accurate and appropriate language patterns.
Ideas and Organization
*Clearly express and develop relevant information and ideas.
*Sustain conversational exchanges.
*Expand topics cogently with explanations and details.