Course Proposal for English Speaking Classes (6-Month Plan)

To: Principal

Subject: Proposal for English Speaking Classes for Classes 5 to 9

Overview:

This proposal outlines a practical and comprehensive English speaking course aimed at improving the
fluency and confidence of students in Classes 5 to 9. The primary focus will be on 75% spoken practice
and 20% written exercises, while 5% will focus on listening comprehension. The program is designed to
address incomplete verb syntax and help students speak English fluently and correctly. Active
participation from students is crucial for achieving desired results, and as such, progress will be
directly linked to their involvement in class activities.

Assessment and Evaluation:

- All tests and evaluations will be conducted by me, as I specialize in spoken English, ensuring accurate
assessments.

- Spoken Practice will account for 75% of the assessment.

- Written Exercises will contribute 20% to the evaluation.

- Listening Comprehension will make up 5%.

Course Structure:

The course will be delivered over 6 months, divided into 24 sessions (2 sessions per week). Below is a
detailed breakdown of topics and activities for each session.

Session Breakdown:
Sessions 1-4: Introduction to Basic Sentence Structure & Simple Conversations

- Topic: Word order in English sentences (Subject-Verb-Object).

- Activity: Simple introductions, greetings, and self-introduction.

- Vocabulary Drill: Common nouns and action verbs.

- Speaking Practice: Role-play basic conversations (e.g., “What is your name?”, “Where do you live?”).

Sessions 5-8: Present Tense & Everyday Conversations

- Topic: Usage of the present tense for daily routines.

- Activity: Conversations about daily life (e.g., “What do you do every day?”).

- Vocabulary Drill: Action verbs, daily activities.

- Speaking Practice: Role-play scenarios like describing a typical school day, hobbies, and interests.

Sessions 9-12: Past Tense Usage

- Topic: Correct use of the past tense (regular and irregular verbs).

- Activity: Storytelling about past experiences or events.

- Vocabulary Drill: Past tense verbs and related words.

- Speaking Practice: Practice narrating stories or describing past events.

Sessions 13-16: Future Tense & Plans

- Topic: How to talk about future plans using “will” and “going to”.

- Activity: Conversations about future events, goals, and ambitions.

- Vocabulary Drill: Time expressions (e.g., tomorrow, next week).

- Speaking Practice: Role-playing situations like planning a trip, describing future goals.
Sessions 17-20: Question Formation & Answering

- Topic: Asking and answering questions correctly.

- Activity: Practice forming questions (e.g., “Where do you live?”, “What do you like to do?”).

- Vocabulary Drill: Question words (who, what, where, when).

- Speaking Practice: Mock interviews or Q&A sessions with classmates.

Sessions 21-24: Modals & Expressing Opinions

- Topic: Using modal verbs (can, should, may, might) for expressing ability, permission, advice, and
possibility.

- Activity: Discussions on choices, advice, and suggestions (e.g., “What should I do if I’m sick?”).

- Vocabulary Drill: Modal verb expressions.

- Speaking Practice: Role-play scenarios like advising a friend, making suggestions.

Sessions 25-28: Descriptive Speaking

- Topic: Using adjectives and descriptive language.

- Activity: Describing people, places, and objects in detail.

- Vocabulary Drill: Adjectives and descriptive phrases.

- Speaking Practice: Describing favorite places, events, or people in the class.

Sessions 29-32: Conversational Fluency & Peer Interaction

- Topic: Developing fluency in conversations.

- Activity: Engaging in group discussions and conversations on familiar topics (e.g., hobbies, family,
school).

- Vocabulary Drill: Conversation fillers (e.g., “I see,” “Well, actually”).

- Speaking Practice: Pair or group conversations on various topics.

Sessions 33-36: Advanced Conversations & Role Plays

- Topic: More complex conversations (e.g., travel, school subjects, making decisions).

- Activity: Role-play complex scenarios (e.g., ordering food, making plans with friends).

- Vocabulary Drill: Phrasal verbs and expressions for more natural speech.

- Speaking Practice: Mock situations like visiting a doctor, booking tickets, or planning a vacation.

Sessions 37-40: Storytelling & Presentations

- Topic: Improving storytelling skills and public speaking.

- Activity: Telling stories (real or fictional) with a clear structure.

- Vocabulary Drill: Sequencing words (e.g., first, then, after).

- Speaking Practice: Delivering short presentations to the class about a favorite topic or story.

Sessions 41-44: Group Discussions & Debates

- Topic: Enhancing discussion skills and practicing debates.

- Activity: Simple debates on topics like “Should homework be banned?” or “Which is better, online or
offline learning?”

- Vocabulary Drill: Debate-specific phrases (e.g., “In my opinion,” “I disagree”).

- Speaking Practice: Debates and group discussions to encourage critical thinking and fluency.

Sessions 45-48: Review & Final Presentations

- Topic: Comprehensive review of all topics covered in the course.

- Activity: Final presentations by students on topics of their choice (e.g., describing their dream
vacation, explaining a scientific concept).

- Vocabulary Drill: Review of key vocabulary.

- Speaking Practice: Students will give final speeches to demonstrate their progress.

Assessment Plan:

- Spoken English Practice (75%): Regular spoken practice will form the majority of the assessment. This
will be evaluated based on fluency, clarity, sentence structure, and vocabulary usage.

- Written Exercises (20%): Basic written tasks such as grammar exercises, sentence formation, and
vocabulary exercises will be assigned to reinforce spoken skills.

- Listening Comprehension (5%): Simple listening exercises will be conducted periodically to assess
students’ ability to understand spoken English.

Note: All assessments will be conducted by me, as I am the specialist in this field. Other faculty
members will not be involved in evaluating speaking skills.

Expected Outcomes:

By the end of the 6-month course, students will:

- Be able to hold fluent conversations in English on a variety of topics.

- Demonstrate improved sentence structure and use of correct verb tenses.

- Gain confidence in speaking English in public settings, including school presentations and peer
discussions.

Conclusion:

This course is designed to provide practical speaking skills and a strong foundation in English for
students from Classes 5 to 9. Through active participation and continuous practice, students will
become confident speakers of English, capable of expressing themselves effectively in real-life
situations.

Prepared by:
Vibha Mishra

English Language Instructor

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