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Describe An English Class Lesson That You Enjoyed: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What was taught in the class?
  • When did you take the class?
  • Where was it?
  • What did the teacher do that made you enjoy it?
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Cue 1:What was taught in the class?

  • Begin by mentioning the specific topic or skill that was the focus of the lesson.
  • Explain why this topic was interesting or important to you.

Example

In this English class, we focused on improving our speaking skills through a debate on environmental issues. I found this topic particularly engaging because I am passionate about nature and sustainability.

Cue 2:When did you take the class?

  • Provide the time frame when you attended this class, such as the year or semester.
  • Mention any significant events or personal circumstances that made this time memorable.

Example

I took this class during my second year of college, in the spring semester of 2022. It was a time when I was actively looking to enhance my communication skills for future job interviews.

Cue 3:Where was it?

  • Describe the location of the class, whether it was in a school, college, or online.
  • Share any details about the environment that contributed to your enjoyment.

Example

The class was held in a bright, spacious classroom at my college, filled with posters of famous literary quotes. The atmosphere was lively, which made learning more enjoyable.

Cue 4:What did the teacher do that made you enjoy it?

  • Highlight specific teaching methods or activities that the teacher used.
  • Explain how these methods helped you engage with the material and enjoy the lesson.

Example

Our teacher, Mrs. Sharma, used interactive activities like role-playing and group discussions. She encouraged us to express our opinions freely, which made the class dynamic and fun. Her enthusiasm for the subject was contagious.

Conclusion

    Example

    Overall, this English class was not just about learning the language; it was about developing confidence and critical thinking. I left the class feeling inspired and more prepared for future challenges.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. Candidates often fail to provide specific details about the lesson, which can lead to a lack of clarity.

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    Tip

    Use specific examples and details about what was taught, such as the topic or activities, to make your answer more vivid.

    2: Ignoring Time and Place

    Not mentioning when and where the class took place can make your response feel incomplete. Candidates sometimes forget to set the scene for their story.

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    Clearly state the time and location of the class to provide context and help the examiner understand your experience better.

    Lack of Personal Connection

    Failing to explain why you enjoyed the class can make your answer less personal. Candidates often miss the opportunity to share their feelings and thoughts.

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    Tip

    Reflect on what the teacher did that resonated with you personally and explain how it impacted your enjoyment of the lesson.

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    One of my favorite classes in college was English and the reason it was my favorite subject was because I had an exceptional teacher, her name was Dindu, she was a woman in her mid-fifties. With grace and a command she possessed over the language was truly inspirational or exceptional. One thing about her class was everyone used to be really attentive, it was not because they feared her but because it was out of respect, she was a woman of true intellect. Whenever she spoke, she spoke with so much of knowledge. In each class of hers used to be the most awaited class throughout the entire day. Whenever she was speaking or explaining a topic, she had so much insight about it. I could tell there was never a class which was boring or which felt lengthy. Her assignments were something which was so different compared to the other assignments which she received for other subjects. She made us think out of the box and go beyond our curriculum and always encouraged us to bring the best of us in anything that we did. She was a wonderful teacher and I could never remember a time where

    Band 6-7

    The English class which I enjoyed the most was in my 7th grade. It was a story of Socrates and we had a book called Radiant Reader in which there was a story of Socrates and the life of Socrates and his philosophies. The lesson was held with an extra lecture in the English subject which was performed by students with the guidance of Flavia Maam. It was at my school and the good thing about it was everyone, each one of the students in the class had to participate in some form or the other. So I participated in reading a few paragraphs of the text so that was enjoyable. Also there was a play which a few of my friends performed and that was based on Socrates and his philosophies so that was also enjoyable. And I still remember it even after 15 years. So you can make out that how important it was.

    Band 6-7

    One English class that I really enjoyed was about short-living. It took place last year when I was studying in college. There were English teachers who were speaking English, so we planned to listen to various different stories in English. At first, I felt a little nervous because I wanted to be confident speaking, but when I started telling my story, my teacher and classmates listened carefully and encouraged me. I spoke about a funny experience I had during a school trip. Everyone loved and appreciated my story. From this lesson, I learned now to use experience tone and body language. While speaking, it really helped me become more confident and fluent in English. I enjoyed English because I was interactive, fun, and gave me a chance to express myself freely.

    Band 6-7

    There was a certain lesson in my English class where I enjoyed the most because it was pretty relatable to me and very much related to my real life. It was taught when I was in my second year of my Bachelors in Psychology and then it was taught at my university which is JSS University of Higher Education and Research in Mysore located in Karnataka. It was more enjoyable to me because...

    Band 6-7

    The English class lesson that I enjoyed in my life is, when I was in middle school, my English teacher was telling about the creative writing which we had. Our teacher wanted us to write a story based on a random picture she showed us on screen. It was a photo. One English class lesson that I really enjoyed was about creative writing which we had last year in school. Our teacher wanted us to write a short story based on a random picture she showed us on screen. It was a photo of a boy sitting alone at a train station. First, she gave us a few minutes to brainstorm ideas and then we worked in a pairs to plan After that, we had to write our own version of the story and share it with the class. Some stories were emotional, some were funny and others were mischievous. I remember feeling really inspired while writing because there were no strict rules. We could use our imagination freely. I enjoyed this lesson mainly because it was different from our usual grammar or reading lessons. It allowed me to express my creativity in English and also learn new vocabulary from my classmates' stories. The atmosphere was relaxed and fun and everyone participated enthusiastically. Overall, that lesson made me realize that learning English can be enjoyable and artistic, not just about memorizing rules or doing exercises.

    Band 6-7

    So this class, which I heard and really enjoyed, was during my school days, when I was in 7th grade. My English teacher was explaining, used to explain the stories of Greek warriors. It was long back, since many years, it's been many years after that. I really enjoyed those classes, because the storytelling habit of my teacher was very nice. The way he used to present those stories, used to give us the real experience. The bravery, the warriors and their bravery were presented in such a way that we used to come into the imaginary world and we used to imagine things as if it was happening in front of us. So yeah, the storytelling ability of my teacher made that class fun to hear, fun to experience. And we really used to, it was being said into different parts. It was narrated, the stories were narrated in different parts. We used to wait for the next part. The curiosity, the enthusiasm he created by dividing the story into parts was also the reason we enjoyed those classes. As we used to wait, that what will happen next. Okay, what is the thing that will happen next in the story. We used to wait for that thing. So yeah, I really enjoyed those classes. Till date I remember those things. It's been a long time that I had this experience. I remember it now because as I have...

    Band 6-7

    So, if I had to describe an English class that would be when I was pursuing my bachelor's degree in education and we were actually taught how to teach English rather than teaching us English. So, we had a session with a person who came from the US and she introduced us to many interesting activities and games that could enhance English learning among young children. So, we played a game where everyone was standing in a circle and we threw a ball at a random person and the person who caught that ball has to speak something about themselves or a particular topic. We even played board games related to English and we had board games related to, you know, structuring sentences and other topics. So, that was the memorable English learning class I had. In that class, I personally learned many things and also I learned how to teach that to students. So, it was extremely enriching. I have never imagined a language class could be this much fun. So, yes, I love classes that have games and, you know, other interesting things that could enhance the learning without getting the child into boredom.

    Band 6-7

    I had an English lab in the last semester, which was very enjoyable because I had the opportunity to do a group discussion with my friends and my fellow classmates. So I got a question about, discuss on how technology, social media is affecting English learning. It was a really fun topic to have a discussion. It has a lot of positive impacts on English learners from both negative as well as positive. So I talked about the positive effects of technology and social media. So it was very fun and I praised my teacher for the different content I provided and spoke with. I was told that even with some grammatical issues in my wording, I was confident enough to speak up for a point that I wanted to try. So I was happy that I was able to convey whatever I wanted to say. Another thing about English class, that particular English class was that I learnt a lot. I learnt to frame my sentences and they taught me how to do well during my placement trainings.

    Band 6-7

    My English class was very good, my teacher taught me to speak English fluently because indeed it's a very important language in the world as everyone all over the world speaks English language so I personally believe that my teacher taught me to speak a better language so I am extremely very happy to speak this language once my teacher was teaching me one lesson about twinkle twinkle little star how I wonder what you are that was very amazing class

    Band 6-7

    I love English classes and like spoken English and grammar type of English classes. During my school days there is one teacher, his name is Rafi and he is a very polite and good person. The way he talks is very nice and he expresses his love on his students in the form of teaching English classes. In one class during my 10th standard he taught English grammar and spoken English. It is very exciting and very interesting classes because of he would say that classes in the form of taking different examples and funny moments and exciting things. Actually I feared during my school days to speak in English or to do activities in English language. But when he taught the lessons and in the simple and understanding way I got brave and I lived of fear and I started speaking English fluently. So this is the main reason why I like English classes.
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