Language Arts Literacy Standards
Building upon knowledge and skills gained in preceding grades,
by the end of Grade 5, students will:
Standard 3.3

(Speaking) All students will speak in clear, concise, organized language that varies in content and form for different audiences and purposes.

Standard 3.3.5.A Discussion (small group and whole class)
Standard 3.3.5.A.1
Use details, examples, and reasons to support central ideas or clarify a point of view.
Standard 3.3.5.A.2
Stay focused on a topic and ask relevant questions.
Standard 3.3.5.A.3
Accept others’ opinions and respond appropriately.
Standard 3.3.5.A.4
Respond orally to literature.
Standard 3.3.5.A.5
Participate in class discussions appropriately.
Standard 3.3.5.B  Questioning (Inquiry) and Contributing
Standard 3.3.5.B.1
Respond orally by adding questions and comments while integrating knowledge.
Standard 3.3.5.B.2
Use interview techniques to develop inquiry skills.
Standard 3.3.5.B.3
Explore concepts by describing, narrating, or explaining how and why things happen.
Standard 3.3.5.B.4
Discuss information heard, offer personal opinions, and ask for restatement or general explanation to clarify meaning.
Standard 3.3.5.B.5
Reflect and evaluate information learned as a result of the inquiry.
Standard 3.3.5.B.6
Solve a problem or understand a task through group cooperation.
Standard 3.3.5.C Word Choice
Standard 3.3.5.C.1
Use convincing dialogue to role-play short scenes involving familiar situations or emotions.
Standard 3.3.5.C.2
Use varied word choice to clarify, illustrate, and elaborate.
Standard 3.3.5.C.3
Use figurative language purposefully in speaking situations.
Standard 3.3.5.C.4
Select and use suitable vocabulary to fit a range of audiences.
Standard 3.3.5.D  Oral Presentation
Standard 3.3.5.D.1
Develop and deliver a formal presentation based on a central theme, including logical sequence, introduction, main ideas, supporting details, and concluding remarks to an audience of peers, younger students, and/or parents.
Standard 3.3.5.D.2
Prepare, rehearse, and deliver a formal presentation in logical or sequential order, including an opening, supportive details, and a closing statement.
Standard 3.3.5.D.3
Use clear, precise, organized language that reflects the conventions of spoken English.
Standard 3.3.5.D.4
Use visuals such as charts or graphs when presenting for clarification.
Standard 3.3.5.D.5
Use props effectively while speaking.
Standard 3.3.5.D.6
Maintain audience interest during formal presentations, incorporating adequate volume, proper pacing, and clear enunciation.
Standard 3.3.5.D.7
Use verbal and non verbal elements of delivery (e.g., eye contact, stance) to maintain audience focus.
Standard 3.3.5.D.8
Read aloud with fluency.
Standard 3.3.5.D.9
Understand and use criteria from a rubric to improve an oral presentation.
Standard 3.3.5.D.10
Incorporate peer feedback and teacher suggestions for revisions in content, organization, and delivery.
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