LANGUAGE Anchor Standards Connected to Speaking and Listening* Conventions of Standard English 1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. Knowledge of Language 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use 5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. 6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression. *Numbers correspond to the six Common Core Language Anchor Standards. Listed here are the ones that connect to Speaking and Listening. Colorado’s Prepared Graduate Competencies These are the Preschool through grade 12 concepts and skills that all students who complete the Colorado education system must master to ensure their success in a postsecondary and workforce setting. Prepared Graduate Competencies in the Speaking and Listening Standard: Collaborate effectively as group members or leaders who listen actively and respectfully pose thoughtful questions, acknowledge the ideas of others, and contribute ideas to further the group’s attainment of an objective Deliver organized and effective oral presentations for diverse audiences and varied purposes Use language appropriate for purpose and audience Demonstrate skill in inferential and evaluative listening
LANGUAGE Anchor Standards Connected to Speaking and Listening* Conventions of Standard English 1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. Knowledge of Language 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use 5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. 6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression. *Numbers correspond to the six Common Core Language Anchor Standards. Listed here are the ones that connect to Speaking and Listening. Colorado’s Prepared Graduate Competencies These are the Preschool through grade 12 concepts and skills that all students who complete the Colorado education system must master to ensure their success in a postsecondary and workforce setting. Prepared Graduate Competencies in the Speaking and Listening Standard: Collaborate effectively as group members or leaders who listen actively and respectfully pose thoughtful questions, acknowledge the ideas of others, and contribute ideas to further the group’s attainment of an objective Deliver organized and effective oral presentations for diverse audiences and varied purposes Use language appropriate for purpose and audience Demonstrate skill in inferential and evaluative listening
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