Identifies the speaking intention with teacher support.

Finds different ways of conveying a message (e.g., with synonyms, familiar expressions, or visuals).

Develops own dialogue scripts from a combination of models.

Chooses own presentation or speaking guidelines from a list (e.g., Parle fort! Utilise des gestes! Regarde l'auditoire! Regarde ton partenaire! Prends des pauses!).

Acquires new vocabulary (e.g., maintenance and use of a personal dictionary, repetition of new words or phrases).

Participates in oral activities with partners or small groups of students with support.

Chooses memory aids to deliver a presentation (e.g., posters, index cards, or notes).

Portrays meaning and emotion when representing a character in a skit (e.g., facial expressions, voice change, body language, or intonations).

Integrates corrective feedback from the teacher or other students through correct use of a word, sentence, or phrase.

Practices new words and phrases as they are encountered.

Self-evaluates group or partner exchanges, prepared dialogues, or presentations using a checklist or rubric.

Sets goals for the next speaking experience by selecting an item from presentation guidelines in a checklist or rubric.