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Listening and Speaking

In Grade 6, students develop sophisticated listening and speaking skills to engage in complex discourse and express themselves effectively across various contexts. They learn to analyze persuasive techniques, adapt their language to different audiences, and demonstrate deep appreciation for linguistic diversity.

Grade Six Expectations for Listening and Speaking

For Pleasure and Personal Growth

  • Listen to and appreciate increasingly complex and diverse genres of music, stories, and information
  • Demonstrate sustained interest and responsive engagement in sharing experiences and oral presentations
  • Develop sophisticated awareness of how purposeful oral language serves as a venue for emotional expression
  • Reflect critically on personal communication strengths, areas for growth, and effective strategies

Specific Curriculum Outcomes

By the end of Grade Six, the learner will be expected to:

Inclusive Assessment Strategies

Assessment strategies that provide information about learning:

  • Observations: Systematic observations during complex listening and speaking activities, noting critical thinking, leadership, and cultural sensitivity
  • Conversations: In-depth discussions about communication goals, strategies, and self-reflection on growth
  • Products: Sophisticated presentations, debates, multimedia projects, and collaborative discussions

Sample Assessment Tools:

  • Advanced rubrics for evaluating complex oral presentations
  • Self-assessment portfolios with reflection components
  • Peer evaluation forms for collaborative speaking activities
  • Digital portfolios of speaking development over time
  • Analytical tools for assessing debate and argumentation skills
  • Cultural competency checklists for inclusive communication

Inclusive Learning Strategies

Additional Resources and Materials

For Teachers

  • Complex audio and video resources for critical analysis
  • Debate and discussion protocols and frameworks
  • Multimedia presentation tools and software
  • Cultural artifacts and primary source materials
  • OECS Grade 6 Language Arts Curriculum Guide
  • Professional development resources on inclusive pedagogy
  • Assessment rubrics for complex oral communication tasks

For Students

  • Digital portfolios for tracking communication growth
  • Research tools and databases for project preparation
  • Presentation software and multimedia creation tools
  • Recording equipment for self-assessment and reflection
  • Cultural resources and community connections
  • Advanced graphic organizers for complex presentations
  • Peer feedback protocols and self-assessment tools

Teacher Content Knowledge

At Grade 6, listening and speaking become sophisticated tools for critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and social engagement. Students are capable of engaging with complex ideas, analyzing multiple perspectives, and expressing themselves with nuance and precision. Teachers should provide opportunities for authentic communication experiences that connect to real-world issues and cultural contexts.

The integration of technology and multimedia enhances students' ability to create compelling presentations and engage with diverse audiences. Teachers should model and teach advanced communication strategies while maintaining high expectations for respectful, inclusive dialogue that values linguistic and cultural diversity.

Assessment at this level should focus on students' ability to think critically, communicate effectively across contexts, and demonstrate cultural competence. Providing opportunities for student choice and voice in topics and formats helps maintain engagement while developing sophisticated communication skills.