Home-made Group Skits

This activity can be used to review vocabulary, grammar, or speaking functions. I've found that most of my groups have enjoyed this activity.

1. Divide students into groups of 4 or 5.
2. Tell them they have to come up with a 5-minute skit (or whatever time slot you want to give them) in which they have to include x amount of words (I usually say around 12) from their vocabulary list, or x instances of the grammar they've been learning.
3. Students work during one period, discussing their ideas and writing up their script.
4. For the next period, they present their skit (they'll usually need more time, so they'll have to meet after class and keep practicing their English!)

Possible grading guide (for high-intermediate level)

(Grade 0-3 points for each item)

1. A wide variety of props for scenery was used (at least 3 types)
2. The presentation included a large amount of the vocabulary/grammar covered in class.
3. The vocabulary was always appropriate
4. The correct forms of words were always used
5. No grammatical errors
6. Pronunciation very clear and understandable
7. Speaking always audible to audience
8. Speaking very fluent
9. Never read from the script
10. Message always clear

Total points: 30