Spoken Language (endorsement)
3 dot points across 1 inquiry question. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.
How do you prepare and deliver a formal spoken-language presentation that earns the AQA endorsement?
- Preparing and delivering a formal spoken presentation for the Spoken Language endorsement (AO7), including selecting and organising content, sustaining a clear talk and using effective delivery techniques.
How to prepare and deliver the formal presentation for the AQA GCSE English Language Spoken Language endorsement: selecting and organising content, structuring a sustained talk, and using delivery techniques such as pace, eye contact and emphasis (AO7).
7 min answer → - Listening and responding to questions and feedback after the presentation (AO8), including understanding what is asked, answering with developed points and handling unexpected or challenging questions.
How to handle the question-and-answer part of the AQA GCSE English Language Spoken Language endorsement: listening carefully, answering with developed and relevant points, and dealing calmly with unexpected or challenging questions (AO8).
6 min answer → - Using spoken Standard English and an appropriate register for a formal presentation (AO9), including controlling formality, vocabulary and grammar for the audience and purpose of the talk.
How to use spoken Standard English and the right register for the AQA GCSE English Language Spoken Language endorsement: controlling formality, vocabulary and grammar to suit a formal audience and purpose (AO9).
6 min answer →