1. Copy one handout for each pair of students, and cut the sheets in two.

2. Put the students into pairs, and distribute a half handout to each individual student.

3. Focus students' attention on the instructions and aim of the task. This descriptive speaking lead-in gives learners an opportunity to describe in some detail the system of public education in their country. Refer students to the central part of the page for ideas and explain that a 5-7 minute explanation is adequate.

4. Allow students around fifteen minutes for both students in a pair to speak.

5. Finally, elicit responses from some of the students and draw to their attention any appropriate vocabulary or serious language mistakes.