International GCSE English as a Second Language: Conducting the Speaking Exam
16 September 2025 at 09:00-11:00 BST
This online training is for teachers delivering the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English as a Second Language Specification with a particular focus on the speaking element.
The course will offer practical strategies that you can take back to the classroom and implement immediately.
Delegates will:
• Review the speaking requirements in the specification
• Explore the role of the teacher-examiner in conducting the speaking assessment
• Understand the must and must nots when conducting speaking assessments
• Discuss ways to encourage spontaneous speaking within the oral
• Listen to exemplars to understand good practice
• Explore the full range of Pearson Edexcel support available.
This training counts as 2 hours of CPD.
You will receive an e-certificate and a digital badge after the session via email.

Learning outcomes
- Review the speaking requirements in the specification
- Explore the role of the teacher-examiner in conducting the speaking assessment
- Understand the must and must nots when conducting speaking assessments
- Discuss ways to encourage spontaneous speaking within the oral
- Listen to exemplars to understand good practice
- Explore the full range of Pearson Edexcel support available.