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| Factor 1: Reading |
Comprehends literal meaning of grade-level material of a variety of subjects and styles Reads grade-level material aloud with natural phrasing, expression and appropriate pacing Employs reading strategies including pre-reading, skimming and scanning Identifies sequence of events, main ideas, facts and supporting details in a variety of texts Can identify type of writing (narrative, descriptive, cause/effect, compare/contrast, opinion) Can orally summarize main idea and answer questions regarding supporting details. Can locate information in text to support answers |
| Factor 2: Writing |
Writes sentences that flow and vary in length Use complete sentences with subject-verb agreement to convey ideas Writes sentences and paragraphs in standard format (capital letters, punctuation, margins, etc.) Arranges sentences logically within paragraphs, with clear topic, support and concluding sentences Demonstrates competence in simple, progressive and perfect tenses Uses correct spelling, capitalization and punctuation |
| Factor 3: Speaking/Listening |
Comprehends and responds to questions spoken at native speed Communicates intelligibly on a variety of topics Participates in group discussions and debates Can prepare and deliver oral presentation, as well as impromptu speech |
| Factor 4: Classroom Readiness | On time for class Prepared with homework assignment Cooperates with teacher and other students Motivated to learn/positive attitude Consistently demonstrates appropriate classroom behavior |