👧👦 Talk Boosters – Topic 42: 🎙️ Topic: “Should Kerala schools focus more on spoken English and practical skills?"

 Here's your edited version for Day 42 of the Talk Booster series with the topic: “Should Kerala schools focus more on spoken English and practical skills?” — restructured and rewritten just like the previous ones:

🗣️ Talk Boosters – Topic: “Should Kerala schools focus more on spoken English and practical skills?”

🧑‍🏫 Instructions for Students:
Speak for 3–5 minutes sharing your thoughts and real-life experiences. Be confident and try to balance both sides of the argument before giving your opinion. Use examples from your own school life, Kerala’s education system, or stories you’ve read/heard.

💬 Try using phrases like:
👉 I strongly believe that..., From my school experience..., One clear example is..., On the other hand..., It is clear that..., That’s why I feel..., In the long run...

🎯 Focus on using:
✅ Comparative expressions (more than, less than, as important as)
✅ Logical connectors (therefore, however, in contrast, as a result)
✅ Persuasive and reflective language (valuable, confident, competitive, meaningful, practical, essential)

🗣️ Sample Speech Starter:
Hello everyone,

Today, I’d like to share my thoughts on an important question — Should Kerala schools focus more on spoken English and practical skills?

In my opinion, while academic knowledge is essential, the ability to communicate fluently in English and apply practical skills in real life is equally important. For instance, many bright students in Kerala struggle during interviews or while working in global companies because they are not confident in spoken English. This shows that our schools must give more attention to language practice, not just textbook grammar.

At the same time, practical skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, financial literacy, and even basic life skills like cooking or first aid are necessary to succeed in the real world. Knowledge without application is incomplete. For example, a student may score full marks in science but still not know how to change a fuse or explain an idea clearly to others. That gap needs to be filled.

From my experience, schools often focus too much on exams and theory. However, true education should prepare us to face life confidently, not just pass tests. If Kerala schools combine strong academics with spoken English practice and hands-on learning, our students will be better prepared for higher studies, careers, and global opportunities.

Therefore, I strongly feel that spoken English and practical skills must be given more importance in our schools. This will not only make students smarter but also more capable, confident, and adaptable to the modern world.

Thank you.

❓ Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ Do you think spoken English is more important than writing skills?
2️⃣ How can teachers encourage students to practice English daily?
3️⃣ What practical skills do you wish your school taught you?
4️⃣ Should marks be given for communication and teamwork in class?
5️⃣ How does poor English communication affect job opportunities?
6️⃣ Can Malayalam and English be given equal importance in schools?
7️⃣ Should Kerala schools invite more experts from different fields to give training?
8️⃣ How does confidence in speaking English improve personality?
9️⃣ Do you think practical learning makes lessons more enjoyable?
🔟 How can schools balance academics with life skills training?

🔄 Additional Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ Is English necessary for success, or can one succeed without it?
2️⃣ What role can technology (apps, YouTube, AI tools) play in improving spoken English?
3️⃣ Should debate and public speaking be compulsory in schools?
4️⃣ Do students learn more from practical activities than from textbooks?
5️⃣ Can practical skills like coding, cooking, or gardening be included in the syllabus?
6️⃣ How can parents support spoken English practice at home?
7️⃣ Should Kerala schools adopt international methods of teaching?
8️⃣ How important is confidence compared to knowledge?
9️⃣ Do you think practical exams should be valued more than theory exams?
🔟 What changes would you suggest in your school to improve spoken English and life skills?

SAMPLE 1/1