IB Language B Oral Practice
Choose a supported Language B route below and rehearse the individual oral assessment with AI-powered speaking practice.
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Choose Your IB Language Level
Standard Level (SL)
IB Diploma Programme Language B at Standard Level
Oral Assessment:
Components:
- •Presentation (3–4 min)
- •Follow-up discussion (4–5 min)
- •General conversation (5–6 min)
Higher Level (HL)
IB Diploma Programme Language B at Higher Level
Oral Assessment:
Components:
- •Presentation (3–4 min)
- •Follow-up discussion (4–5 min)
- •General conversation (5–6 min)
Available IB Languages
Practice for your specific language and level
Arabic
IB Arabic B individual oral practice
English
IB English B individual oral practice
French
IB French B individual oral practice
German
IB German B individual oral practice
Italian
IB Italian B individual oral practice
Japanese
IB Japanese B individual oral practice
Mandarin Chinese
IB Mandarin Chinese B individual oral practice
Portuguese (Portugal)
IB Portuguese (Portugal) B individual oral practice
Russian
IB Russian B individual oral practice
IB Language Themes
Five core themes explored across all languages
Identities
Experiences
Human ingenuity
Social organization
Sharing the planet
Master the IB Individual Oral
Oral Assessment Structure
1. Starting material
SL uses a visual stimulus; HL uses an extract from a studied literary work
2. Preparation Time
15 minutes at SL; 20 minutes at HL
3. Presentation
Present for 3–4 minutes from the correct SL or HL starting material
4. Discussion
Engage in follow-up and general conversation
Assessment Criteria
A: Language
Command of spoken language including vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation
B: Message
Clarity of presentation, development of ideas, and relevance to the selected visual stimulus or literary extract
C: Interactive skills
Ability to understand and respond to questions, engage in spontaneous discussion
Our IB Oral Practice Approach
Theme-Based Scenarios
Practise with SL visuals and HL literary extracts
Timed Practice
Practise timed speaking tasks and pressure
Criteria Feedback
Get scores based on IB assessment criteria
IB Language Success Tips
Connect to Themes
Always link your oral presentation to the broader IB themes and global issues
Use Complex Language
Demonstrate range with varied vocabulary, structures, and idiomatic expressions
Show Cultural Understanding
Reference cultural perspectives and make comparisons between cultures
Practice Spontaneity
Develop ability to respond naturally to unexpected questions
Structure Your Ideas
Use clear introductions, transitions, and conclusions in presentations
Engage Actively
Show enthusiasm and maintain eye contact during the oral assessment