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Information gap crossword · Professional Skills

Professional Skills Crossword

A B1 information-gap crossword in which partners define workplace skill vocabulary (leadership, deadline, feedback etc.) to each other without saying the word, followed by discussion questions on professional skills. Suits adult professionals building workplace vocabulary and spoken explanation skills.

B120 min

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What's inside

  • Information-gap crossword
  • Pair work
  • Defining words
  • Reflection and discussion

By the end, learners can

  • Define professional skills vocabulary in simple English without using the target word
  • Ask for and give clarification, examples and spelling
  • Use workplace examples to explain why a skill matters
  • Discuss personal strengths, development areas and feedback at work

Skills: Speaking · Vocabulary

Suits: All professionals

Language practised: Defining and describing · Giving examples · Asking for clarification · Checking understanding · Asking for spelling · Explaining reasons

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