1. Structure & Format
How many minutes does the IO last?
From 12-15 minutes
What should the global issue be linked to?
The extract/work
How many criteria are used to grade the IO?
4
What happens if a student reads from notes?
They lose marks in fluency and spontaneity
What is one good strategy to improve fluency in the IO?
Practice speaking naturally without reading
How much time is allocated for student preparation?
20 minutes
Which is a better global issue: “Technology” or “The impact of AI on human identity”?
The impact of AI on human identity
Which criterion assesses fluency and pronunciation?
Criterion A - Language
What happens if a student does not mention a global issue?
They lose points in Criterion B - Message
What is a useful note-taking strategy during preparation time?
Bullet points instead of full sentences
How long should the student present before the discussion starts?
3-4 minutes
A student selects “Climate Change” as a global issue. What problem might they face?
It is too broad; needs a specific focus
Criterion B evaluates message and organization. What are two things students need to do well to score high?
Explain ideas logically & connect to a global issue
If a student struggles to answer follow-up questions, what happens?
They lose points in Criterion C - Interactive Skills
What is one way to connect a stimulus to a global issue effectively?
Use real-world examples and comparisons
What are the two main sections of the Individual Oral?
Presentation and Discussion
Give an example of a global issue related to technology.
The impact of artificial intelligence on privacy
What does Criterion C assess?
Interactive Skills - engagement with teacher questions, spontaneity
Why should students avoid overly broad global issues?
They make analysis difficult and lack focus
How can students improve their performance in the Individual Oral?
Practice speaking, review feedback, and connect ideas logically
What happens if a student goes over time in the discussion?
The teacher stops the student and marks are affected.
A student’s global issue is “The impact of social media on mental health”. What is a strong way to connect this issue to a cultural perspective?
Compare different societal attitudes toward technology use
The Follow-up Discussion is where students respond to teacher questions. What skill is most important to score well?
The ability to answer spontaneously and expand on ideas
A student memorizes their presentation and sounds robotic. How will this affect their score?
They lose points in Criterion C - Interaction & fluency
How can a student prepare for the follow-up discussion if they are nervous?
Anticipate possible questions and practice answers