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English Language Development — Grade 8

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, narrating coherently with detail, leading small group discussions, using complex language structures, preparing presentations, explaining text elements, analyzing grade-level texts, developing critical stance, expressing complex ideas sequentially, exploring the role of dialects, writing in logs or journals, exploring the problem-solution process, applying proofreading symbols when editing, creating a research product in written and presentational form, producing final drafts with correct spelling and conventions, and using reference materials appropriately.

Objective SU 2.01
Narrate a personal account with details that best illuminate the topic.
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Objective SU 2.02
Lead formal discussions on books or media.
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Objective SU 2.03
Interact in group activities by responding when asked to do so.
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Objective SU 2.04
Reflect on learning experiences by evaluating personal circumstances and background that shape interaction with text.
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Objective SU 2.05
Analyze informational materials by drawing inferences and extending ideas.
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Objective SU 2.06
Create and present a research product.
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Objective SU 2.07
Create arguments that persuade by arranging details, reasons, and examples effectively and persuasively.
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Objective SU 2.08
Lead small group discussions.
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