The Board of Secondary Education, Assam (SEBA) has introduced the SEBA Spoken English App to make spoken English learning easier, more effective, and enjoyable for students of Classes 9 and 10 in all SEBA-affiliated schools.
This innovative solution consists of a complete digital ecosystem, including a website, an admin panel, and an Android mobile application. The SEBA Speaking English App, available on the Google Play Store, offers structured and comprehensive spoken English training tailored specifically for learners in Assam.
To support teachers, a dedicated Teacher Information Panel provides real-time insights and regular reports on students’ progress, helping educators guide learners more effectively.
SEBA’s Admin Panel enables the board to centrally monitor student performance, evaluate assessments on a regular basis, and ensure that the learning outcomes are consistently met across all affiliated schools.
This integrated system is designed to strengthen English communication skills among students and create a uniform, high-quality learning experience throughout the state.
In today’s globalised era, proficiency in spoken English isn’t just a skill—it’s a necessity. At our institute, we understand that learners in Assam face unique linguistic, cultural and educational challenges. That’s why we present this complete, practical guide tailored for Assam’s classes 9 & 10 students, English learners in rural and urban areas alike. Our aim: to empower you with techniques, strategies and resources so you confidently master spoken English and stand out in school, exams and life.
| Title: | SEBA Spoken English | Assam 1.5.2 |
| Operating Systems: | Android |
| License: | Freeware |
| Date added: | 01/11/2025 |
| Publisher: | Board of Secondary Education, Assam |
Why Spoken English Matters in Assam
Bridging the Language Gap
In Assam, students often grow up speaking Assamese, Bengali, Bodo or other regional languages. When English is introduced later, many feel hesitant or unsure. Learning spoken English helps you:
- Communicate confidently in classroom discussions, competitions and interviews.
- Access better academic and career opportunities—English-medium materials, competitive exams and global content.
- Integrate socially across India and beyond, where English often acts as a bridge.
Educational and Career Significance
For students preparing for boards like the Board of Secondary Education, Assam (SEBA), NEET, JEE, plus state recruitment exams: spoken English improves reading comprehension, expressive skills and exam confidence.
Moreover, employers increasingly expect spoken English skills even at entry-level jobs: customer service, sales, content creation etc.
Our Approach: How We Teach Spoken English
Multilingual Launchpad
We begin with your mother tongue (Assamese, Bengali or Bodo), and gradually build your English skills by connecting from familiar language structures to new ones. This reduces confusion and accelerates comprehension.
Balanced Four-Pillars Framework
We structure the learning journey around four key pillars:
- Listening – exposure to native-speaker speech, conversations.
- Speaking – repeat-and-speak drills, peer interaction, teacher feedback.
- Reading – simple dialogues, dialogues tied to daily life in Assam, relevant scenarios.
- Writing – short spoken-English prompts, audio-recorded speaking logs and reflection.
Daily Habit Formation
To make progress real:
- Spend 10–20 minutes daily on active learning (listening + speaking).
- Have a word of the day specific to your context: Assam life, school topics, current affairs.
- Use a daily quiz or self-test to strengthen retention and build motivation.
Gamified Learning & Motivation
We integrate competition and reward so you stay engaged: leaderboards, peer-challenges, small rewards for speaking tasks. Learning becomes fun—not just functional.
Step-by-Step: From Beginner to Fluent Speaker
Step 1: Build a Strong Foundation
- Begin with basic conversational phrases: greetings, self-introduction, asking and answering everyday questions (e.g., “How are you?”, “Where are you from?”, “What is your favourite subject?”).
- Focus on clear pronunciation of the 44 English sounds (vowels + consonants). Use audio playback and mimicry.
- Keep a pronunciation notebook: record words you find difficult (e.g., though, through, thought) and practise daily.
Step 2: Expand Vocabulary & Everyday Usage
- Create a “Word-in-Context” list: words you encounter in school, home, market and social settings in Assam.
- Learn phrases rather than isolated words: e.g., “I have to go to school now”, “Could you please help me?”.
- Use a “Word + Usage” log: note the word, its meaning, a sample sentence you create using it.
- Practice active speaking drills: record yourself saying the sample sentence, listen back, refine.
Step 3: Engage with Real Conversations
- Pair up with a friend or classmate: have a 2-minute chat each day in English on a simple topic (street food in Guwahati, favourite cricket player, weekend plans).
- Watch short English videos (with subtitles) on topics of interest then summarise them verbally in English.
- Role-play scenarios: “Ordering food”, “Asking for directions”, “Introducing your fav teacher”, “Describing your hometown”.
Step 4: Boost Fluency via Practice and Feedback
- Shadowing technique: listen to a native speaker sentence, pause, repeat exactly—matching intonation and pace.
- Set a weekly “Speaking Goal”: for example, record yourself talking for 1 minute about your village or school. At week end, listen back and identify two areas for improvement.
- Teachers/mentors should provide corrective feedback: common mistakes in Assam include missing articles (“a”, “an”), mixing regional-language grammar (e.g., omission of auxiliary verbs), and incorrect tense usage.
Step 5: Integrate into Academic & Real-Life Contexts
- For school tests: practice spoken English modules tied to your syllabus (classes 9/10 English). Use your speaking skills in class discussions.
- For board exams (SEBA) or state-level jobs: incorporate English speaking ability into preparation. Many recruitment tests now include an English communication round.
- In daily life: try switching to English for one conversation a day—at home, on phone, with friends. The more you use it, the more natural it becomes.
Key Techniques to Overcome Common Learner Challenges
Challenge: Shyness & Fear of Making Mistakes
- Embrace the fact that mistakes are part of learning—every fluent speaker once erred.
- Start with safe, familiar topics (your school, favourite food) before tackling complex ones (current affairs, abstract ideas).
- Use recording tools so that you practice privately, review, improve and build confidence before live conversation.
Challenge: Limited Exposure to Native-Speaker English
- Use localised resources: apps, websites that teach English for Assam students, bilingual content (Assamese/English or Bengali/English).
- Join English-speaking clubs or conversation groups in your school or online (with peers in Assam or other states).
- Diversify input: English songs, English films with subtitles, English news segments (5 minutes a day). The accumulation helps.
Challenge: Translating Word-for-Word from Native Tongue
- Focus on thinking in English, not translating from Assamese/Bengali → English. Example: instead of “I will home go”, practise “I am going home”.
- Use pattern drills: practise set templates (“I would like to…”, “Could you please…”, “In my opinion…”) so you internalise natural word order.
- Learn collocations and phrases, not just individual words. e.g., “make a decision”, “take part”, “have a conversation” rather than “do decision”, “take conversation”.
Measuring Your Progress: Milestones & Metrics
Milestone 1: 30-Day Check
- You can greet someone in English, introduce yourself, ask two simple questions and respond.
- You can learn 100 new words (≈ 3–4 per day) and use at least 30 of them in sentences.
- You can record yourself speaking for one minute without a long pause.
Milestone 2: 90-Day Check
- You can hold a 5-minute conversation (live or recorded) on a simple topic — school, hobbies, plans.
- You can understand and summarise a short English video (with subtitles) in your own words.
- You can compose a short paragraph in spoken English describing your hometown or favourite activity and speak it fluently.
Milestone 3: 180-Day & Beyond
- You can confidently speak for 10 minutes on a topic (school project, current event, plan for future).
- You use English comfortably in your academic work — class presentations, group discussions, writing paragraphs.
- You no longer hesitate when switching to English in daily conversations; you use it naturally for many situations.