Speaking and Listening Archive

Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full…

Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue; resolve contradictions…

Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) in order to make…

Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among…

Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line…

Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding…

Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating a command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.…

Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on…