Course Description:
Sixth grade English focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and listening: the four language skills that are essential for academic and professional success. Student who take speech as one of their academic enrichment classes will concentrate on Standard 1: Oral Expression and Listening. As taken from the Colorado Department of Education's website, students working on Standard 1 will:
Ø 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
Ø Deliver organized and effective oral presentations for diverse audiences and varied purposes
Ø Use language appropriate for purpose and audience
Ø Demonstrate skill in inferential and evaluative listening
Ø 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
Ø Deliver organized and effective oral presentations for diverse audiences and varied purposes
Ø Use language appropriate for purpose and audience
Ø Demonstrate skill in inferential and evaluative listening