What are the different types of speaking exercises teachers can create?

TypeExplanation
ReadingStudents read a short sentence or passage provided by the teacher. Great for improving fluency, pronunciation, and confidence in reading aloud.
Reading with imageJust like Reading, but with an image attached—perfect for flashcard-style practice or combining words with images for stronger recall.
Question with AnswerPose a question and set a fixed, correct answer. Students are evaluated based on how closely their spoken response matches the target answer.
Question (open-ended)Ask students to respond to an open-ended question. There’s no fixed answer—just their thoughts and opinions in English.
ImageUpload an image and ask students to describe it, tell a story, or answer a related question. A powerful way to link language to visuals and encourage free speaking.
VideoPaste a YouTube link and ask students to watch, then respond to a question about the video. This format works well for listening comprehension and real-world content discussion.
Self-PracticeLet students type their own text and practice saying it aloud—or leave it blank to record freely. Ideal for warm-ups, shadowing, or independent speaking practice.

For Question (open-ended), Image, and Video exercise types, teachers can fine-tune the grading logic by using advanced scoring:

  • Adding key words to check for in student responses
  • Setting a minimum number of spoken words
  • Giving feedback prompts to guide stronger answers