Speaking EOI B1 & B2: Education
- WEBCI Online English material
- Nov 5, 2025
- 5 min read
Updated: Dec 27, 2025
🎓 EOI Exam Instructions – Monologue
🗣️ Task 1 – Individual Monologue
You are going to talk about Education. You have 1–2 minutes to prepare and then 3–4 minutes to speak.
Try to:
Organize your speech with introduction, development, and conclusion.
Use connectors, nouns, phrasal verbs, and idioms.
Give examples and personal opinions.
🎙️ Monologue – Education (B1–B2 Level)
Education plays a key role in everyone’s life. It gives us knowledge, skills, and opportunities for the future. When I think about my school memories, I remember both good and bad moments.
First of all, school was a place where I made long-lasting friendships and learned discipline. I still remember my favourite teachers, who inspired me to work hard and believe in myself. Of course, there were difficult times too — lots of homework and exams, but that’s part of the process.
Secondly, when we look at education in Spain, I think there is still a lot to improve. Spain is sometimes behind other European countries in terms of academic results and foreign languages. The education system often focuses too much on memorizing instead of developing creativity and critical thinking.
Nowadays, new tools like ChatGPT are changing the way we learn. They help students find out (discover) information quickly and practice writing skills. However, teachers should guide students to make the most of (use effectively) this technology and avoid cheating.
Finally, I’d like to mention the bilingual programmes in Spain. Learning English and Spanish together helps students open up (expand) their opportunities. It’s not always easy, but it’s a great advantage in today’s world.
To sum up, education is the best investment we can make. At the end of the day, learning is not only about books — it’s about becoming a better person.
🌟 Useful Nouns
Knowledge · Skills · Opportunities · Friendships · Discipline · Teachers · Homework · Exams · Academic results · Creativity · Critical thinking · Education system · Technology · Advantage · Investment
🔗 Connectors
First of all / Secondly / Nowadays / Finally
However / On the other hand / Although
As a result / Therefore / Because of that
To sum up / All in all / At the end of the day
🚀 Phrasal Verbs
Find out = discover information
Make the most of = use something well
Open up = create new opportunities
Work hard = make an effort
Catch up with = reach the same level as others
💬 B1–B2 Idioms
At the end of the day = finally, after considering everything
Knowledge is power = information gives you an advantage
You learn something new every day = we keep learning throughout life
Practice makes perfect = if you practise a lot, you improve
Better late than never = it’s better to do something late than not at all
💡 💬 Speaking Tips for the Monologue
Begin clearly: “Today I’m going to talk about education…”
Use examples from your school life to make it personal.
Include at least two phrasal verbs and two idioms.
Keep good structure — introduction, development, and conclusion.
End with a strong idea, e.g., “At the end of the day, education shapes who we are.”
🎓 EOI Exam Instructions – Dialogue
🎭 Task 2 – Interactive Discussion
You are going to have a conversation about teaching methods. You have 1–2 minutes to prepare and 4–5 minutes to speak together.
👥 Roles
🧍 Role A:You are a teacher who prefers traditional education with exams, textbooks, and clear structure. You believe students need discipline and assessment to improve.
🧍 Role B:You are a teacher who prefers modern methods without exams. You think education should be more creative and student-centred, with projects, teamwork, and practical learning.
Try to:
Express agreement and disagreement politely.
Use connectors, nouns, phrasal verbs, and idioms.
Give reasons and examples.
🎭 Dialogue – Traditional vs. Modern Education (B1–B2 Extended)
Role A: I still believe in traditional education. Exams and tests are necessary to measure progress. Without them, students become lazy.
Role B: I see what you mean, but exams cause too much stress. I prefer using projects and teamwork to evaluate creativity and communication skills.
Role A: Maybe, but discipline is important. Students need clear rules and structure to learn how to work hard. Practice makes perfect, after all.
Role B: That’s true, but I think education should also focus on motivation and curiosity. When students enjoy learning, they pick up (learn naturally) more and develop confidence.
Role A: Yes, but if everything is fun and games, students might fall behind (not progress as much). Traditional methods ensure they keep up with (stay at the same level as) others.
Role B: I understand, but the world has changed. Students need skills like creativity, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Knowledge is power, but only if you know how to use it.
Role A: That’s a fair point. Maybe we should mix up (combine) both approaches — exams for structure, and projects for freedom.
Role B: I couldn’t agree more. At the end of the day, what really matters is helping students learn and enjoy the process.
🌟 Useful Nouns
Exams · Tests · Progress · Stress · Projects · Teamwork · Discipline · Rules · Structure · Motivation · Curiosity · Confidence · Methods · Skills · Creativity · Digital literacy
🔗 Connectors
I see what you mean, but… / That’s true, however…
Maybe / Perhaps / Actually / On the other hand
In my opinion / From my point of view
At the end of the day / All in all / To sum up
🚀 Phrasal Verbs
Pick up = learn naturally
Fall behind = not make progress
Keep up with = stay at the same level
Work hard = make a strong effort
Mix up = combine different things
💬 B1–B2 Idioms
Practice makes perfect = repetition leads to improvement
Knowledge is power = learning gives strength
At the end of the day = finally, after everything
The sky’s the limit = there are no limits to success
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks = it’s hard to change old habits
💡 💬 Speaking Tips for the Dialogue
Use connectors like “That’s true, but…” to sound natural.
React to your partner’s ideas — don’t just give your own.
Include two or three phrasal verbs naturally (pick up, fall behind, mix up).
Use idioms to express opinions clearly (At the end of the day, we all want the best for students.)
End with agreement or conclusion, showing cooperation.
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