1.教学模式创新：lectures+ Discussion Sections

2.Charateristics of an effective lecture:

  clear structure

  illustrative examples

  lively interaction

3. the training of teaching assistants

1.Factors facilitating effective assessment include: quanlity of work and presentation; providing advice for improvement; help students to learn more effectively; to learn about the students' learning needs.

2.classroom assessment types:

   Teacher/self/peer assessment

Prepare students for real public speaking occasions in future career and life.

Expect improvement rather than perfection.

The output-driven integrated teaching approach: 

speaking based on writing

writing based on reading

Scores are necessary for summative assessement but not a must for formative assessment. 

It’a long journey to develop the skill of English public speaking.