W8 L2 Speaking

1. WEEK 8 LESSON 2 SPEAKING

2. Lesson plan

• Introducing Assignment 4
• Speaking activity. Group work

3. Warm-up Discussion

In small groups, discuss:
• What problems do current transport systems have
(traffic, pollution, cost, speed, etc.)?
• What modern innovations in transport do you know
(LRT Astana, Hyperloop, electric cars, drones, flying
taxis)?
• What kind of transport would you invent?

4. Assignment 4 Task Description: Pitch Speech – New Type of Transport

Role: You are an inventor or company representative.
Goal: You must give a short pitch (elevator) speech (at
least 3 minutes) to introduce a new type of transport to
potential investors.

5. What is a pitch (elevator) speech?

What is a pitch (elevator) speech?
• A pitch (elevator) speech is a short, clear presentation of
an idea, product, or project that you can deliver in a short
period of time.
• Its main goal is to quickly make a potential investor
interested and eager to know more.
• It should explain what the product is, what problem it
solves, and why it is valuable in a simple and convincing
way.
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzLtCn-c9sY
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA5eYjdijvI

6. Structure (3 minutes, a poster):

• Introduction: name of the transport (e.g., SkyBike, SolarCar,
HyperTrain, etc.). It can be an imaginary or futuristic type of
transport.
• Description: what it is and how it works (technology, fuel, speed,
etc.)
• Advantages: why it is better than current transport (faster,
cheaper, eco-friendly, safer, etc.)
• Applicability / Target Users: who will use it and where (cities,
long distances, everyday people, businesses, etc.)
• Call to action: be persuasive and urge the investor to support
you financially
• Conclusion: sum up your speech with a strong statement.

7. Practical tips:

• Time: 3-4 minutes.
• Format: Poster / oral speech
• Poster: Use bullet points, not full sentences.
• Visuals: Add an image (can be AI generated), chart, for visual
expressiveness (but keep text minimal).
• Delivery: SPEAK during your presentation — DO NOT READ from your
slides. Be clear, persuasive, and professional.
• Vocabulary: Use convincing words: innovative, efficient, eco-friendly,
cost-effective.

8. Useful Phrases for an Elevator Speech

1. Starting the Speech
Good morning/afternoon, my name is…
Imagine a world where…
What if you could travel from ___ to ___ in
just ___ minutes?
2. Introducing the Transport
Let me introduce a new type of transport
called…
This vehicle works by…
It uses… (electric power / solar energy /
hydrogen fuel)
3. Describing Advantages
The main advantage is…
It is faster/cheaper/safer because…
Unlike traditional cars/trains, it…
4. Explaining Users and Purpose
This transport is designed for…
It is perfect for people who…
Cities/companies/schools can use it to…
5. Comparing with Existing Transport
Compared to gasoline-powered cars, it…
While buses produce pollution, this vehicle…
It solves the problem of traffic/long travel
times by…
6. Ending and Call to Action
We are looking for investors/supporters/users
who…
Join us in building the future of transport.
Thank you for your time. Do you have any
questions?

9. Assessment Criteria Rubric (Total: 100 points)

Criteria
Description of the transport
Content 40%
• Explains what the transport is.
• Describes how it works (technology, fuel source, speed, special features).
• Ideas are clear, logical, and easy to understand.
Points
10
Advantages
• Gives convincing reasons why it is better than current transport.
• Mentions at least two benefits (e.g., faster, safer, eco-friendly, cheaper).
• Arguments are realistic and persuasive
10
Applicability / Target Users
• Explains who will use the transport (public, businesses, travelers, etc.).
• Mentions where or in what situation it will be used (cities, long distances,
everyday life, etc.).
10
Introduction, Call to Action +
Conclusion
• Clearly introduces the name of the new transport system. • Attracts
attention and creates interest.
• Summarizes the idea briefly.
• Ends with a strong, memorable statement.
• Speech feels complete and well-rounded.
learly says what the listener should do (invest, support, fund, try, share the
idea).
• Persuasive and confident language.
10

10. Assessment Criteria Rubric (Total: 100 points)

Fluency & Coherence
Vocabulary
Grammar
Pronunciation
Time management
Speaking 60%
- Speaks clearly and confidently.
- Maintains eye contact, uses natural body language.
- Does not read from slides.
- Uses 8–10 new vocabulary related to transport.
15
- Uses tenses and passive voice appropriately.
15
- Uses formal, academic register (no slang).
- Wide range of grammatical structures according to
the context,
- Appropriate use tenses to describe the events of
the case.
- Clear and natural pronunciation; stress and
intonation support throughout the speech
Speech fits within the 3-4 minute time limit.
15
10
5

11. Activity: Pitch Your New Type of Transport.

• Students are divided in groups of three.
• Students will practice speaking skills by creating and
presenting a short elevator speech about a new type
of transport, focusing on clear description, innovation,
and persuasion.

12. Task Introduction

Students will create and present an elevator speech
(30–60 seconds) about a new type of transport.
They have to:
• make potential investors interested.
• create a short, clear, and persuasive speech.

13. Planning Sheet

Students complete the worksheet below in groups:
Question
Name of your transport
What is it? (Type, design)
How does it work? (Technology, fuel, speed)
What problem does it solve?
Why is it better than current transport?
Who will use it and where?
Your Ideas

14. Useful Phrases

• Our transport is designed to…
• It works by using…
• Unlike traditional vehicles, it can…
• This innovation helps reduce…
• Investing in this project will…

15. Feedback & Voting

Feedback & Voting
Listeners give feedback using the following criteria:
• Was the idea clear?
• Was the transport innovative and realistic?
• Did the speaker make you interested in investing?
Students then vote for:
• The Most Creative Transport
• The Most Persuasive Speech
• The Most Environmentally Friendly Idea

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Now, work in small groups. Prepare a pitch speech and
present it to your groupmates.

24. Feedback & Voting

Feedback & Voting
Listeners give feedback using the following criteria:
• Was the idea clear?
• Was the transport innovative and realistic?
• Did the speaker make you interested in investing?
Students then vote for:
• The Most Creative Transport
• The Most Persuasive Speech
• The Most Environmentally Friendly Idea

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Thank you for your attention!
Have a nice day!