Preparing students for language exams like AP, IB, ACCESS, and the Seal of Biliteracy requires structured speaking and writing practice with clear, actionable feedback. Speakable helps teachers create exam-style activities that give students opportunities to practice responding to prompts, refine their grammar and pronunciation, and build confidence before test day.
Students often struggle with:
✔️ Not getting enough practice with spoken or written responses
✔️ Feeling unprepared for exam-style prompts
✔️ Understanding how to improve their answers based on feedback
With Speakable, teachers can create exam-style practice activities that mirror real test expectations and help students refine their skills.
Best for high school students preparing for AP or IB Language & Literature exams
Both AP and IB exams require students to analyze texts, form arguments, and respond in the target language with structured, well-developed answers. Speakable helps by providing practice with structured speaking and writing prompts, allowing students to refine their ability to respond clearly and effectively.
✅ Speaking Prompts – Students record responses to exam-style questions and receive feedback.
✅ Compare & Contrast Activities – Students practice discussing themes across texts.
📝 Example Prompt: “How does the author use symbolism to develop the central theme of this passage?”
🎯 Goal: Help students express ideas clearly and develop well-organized responses.
👩🏫 Teacher Tip: Use rubric-based grading to align with AP or IB scoring criteria and help students understand what makes a strong response.
Best for English Learners preparing for WIDA ACCESS assessments
The ACCESS test measures English proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Speakable helps students build their oral fluency and writing accuracy through structured practice in a low-stress environment.
✅ Pronunciation Practice – Students improve fluency using Repeat Cards with real-time feedback.
✅ Open-Ended Speaking Prompts – Students record spoken responses and refine their accuracy.
📝 Example Prompt: “Describe a problem you had to solve at school. What steps did you take?”
🎯 Goal: Prepare students to express ideas clearly in English while reinforcing vocabulary and grammar.
👩🏫 Teacher Tip: Encourage students to listen to model responses and re-record answers based on feedback to improve fluency.
Best for students working toward biliteracy certification
The Seal of Biliteracy requires students to demonstrate proficiency in a second language through a combination of speaking and writing assessments. Speakable helps students prepare for these evaluations by practicing structured responses in the target language.
✅ Compare & Contrast Activities – Students discuss cultural and linguistic differences.
✅ Extended Speaking & Writing Responses – Students express opinions and describe experiences in the target language.
📝 Example Prompt: “Describe a meaningful tradition from a country where your target language is spoken.”
🎯 Goal: Help students build confidence and fluency in their second language while preparing for real-world communication.
👩🏫 Teacher Tip: Use Student Portfolios to track progress and identify areas for improvement in the target language.
📌 Exam-Style Speaking & Writing Prompts – Helps students practice structured responses.
📌 Pronunciation & Grammar Feedback – Provides insights on accuracy and areas to improve.
📌 Rubric-Based Grading – Allows teachers to evaluate responses using their own scoring criteria.
📌 Progress Tracking – Helps students see their improvement leading up to the exam.
Preparing for AP, IB, ACCESS, and the Seal of Biliteracy exams doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Speakable makes it easier to:
✔️ Give students structured exam practice
✔️ Provide clear, actionable feedback
✔️ Help students gain confidence before test day