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English Language Development — Grade 6

Goal 2. Speaking — Superior

Goal 2. Speaking

The learner will comprehend spoken English in a variety of personal, social, and academic contexts.

Level: Superior

Students will interpret conversational and academic expressions of grade-level concepts when spoken at a normal speed with no difficulties. Learning objectives focus on interacting appropriately in group settings, extending vocabulary knowledge by internalizing new words and idioms, narrating coherently with detail, reflecting on personal learning, preparing presentations, explaining text elements, developing critical stance, increasing fluency and comprehension, exploring the role of dialects, writing in logs or journals, exploring the problem-solution process, applying proofreading symbols when editing, and using reference materials appropriately.

Objective SU 2.01

Narrate a fictional or autobiographical account with coherent organizing structure, specific detail, and appropriate strategies.

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Objective SU 2.02

Discuss books and other media formally and informally.

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Objective SU 2.03

Express empathy, contribute relevant comments, and seek clarification in group settings.

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Objective SU 2.04

Reflect on personal learning growth and changes in perspective throughout the learning process.

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Objective SU 2.05

Respond to informational material by restating and generating questions.

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Objective SU 2.06

Prepare individual or group presentations.

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Objective SU 2.07

Discuss literature in teacher-student conferences and small group discussions.

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Objective SU 2.08

Discuss the effects of literary devices, such as figurative language, dialogue, and flashback.

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Objective SU 2.09

Be able to explain text elements (e.g., plot, theme, point of view, characterization, mood, style).

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Objective SU 2.10

Speak using correct subject-verb agreement, parts of speech, pronouns including clear antecedents, and phases and clauses.

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Objective SU 2.11

Develop an awareness of language conventions and usage during oral presentations.

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