Free ELPA21 Practice – Introduction to Speaking

We’re excited to share this free speaking test prep lesson, designed to help students prepare for state language proficiency assessments. Specifically, many district teachers use this lesson for ELPA21 practice. Check out the corresponding listening, reading, and writing test prep lessons in our lesson library with a free Off2Class account!

More about this speaking test prep lesson for ELPA21 practice

Introduction to Speaking, the first of six speaking-focused test prep lessons, introduces students to the general format of a Speaking proficiency test. Using a variety of practice texts and question types, students will learn the vocabulary and language structures needed to discuss complex topics.

This lesson is ideal for all students who are preparing to take state language proficiency assessments such as the ELPA21. This includes Long-term ELs, Newcomers, and Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE).

You can download the lesson plan here!

If you are looking for even more information on how to use this lesson plan for ELPA21 practice, be sure to sign up for a free Off2Class account. You will gain access to teacher notes that will guide and prepare you. 

Don’t forget about our other test prep lessons!

If you enjoyed this free lesson plan download, there are more available here. The lesson plans are designed to save you time.

We know preparing for ELPA21 or other state language proficiency assessments can be tricky. Therefore, we also offer a wide selection of other resources, training, and content to help you succeed. You can sign up for a free account to access more resources (as well as the corresponding listening, speaking, and writing test prep lessons)!