Identifies the speaking intention from a list of possibilities (e.g., informer, inciter, amuser).

Divides the speaking task into subtasks (e.g., introduction, idée n° 1, idée n° 2, idée n° 3, conclusion).

Finds a variety of ways of conveying a message (e.g., with synonyms, different expressions or phrases, or gestures).

Develops own dialogue scripts from a combination of models and automatic phrases.

Develops own presentation or speaking guidelines based on speaking intentions and past performances (e.g., Utilisez des gestes! Regardez l'auditoire! Regardez votre partenaire! Prenez des pauses! Utilisez vos notes. N'utilisez pas vos notes. Parlez avec enthousiasme! Parlez clairement! Parlez de façon expressive).

Uses newly acquired vocabulary (e.g., maintenance and use of a personal dictionary, repetition of new words or phrases aloud, grouping of words or phrases together into themes, or repeated use of new vocabulary).

Participates in oral activities in large or small group situations.

Leads oral activities within a small or large group.

Relays a message with expressive techniques, depending on intention (e.g., changes in intonation, faster or slower speech, gestures, or facial expressions).

Seeks clarification from speaker when a message is not understood.

Chooses memory aids to deliver a presentation, based on intention (e.g., outlines, PowerPoint, index cards or notes).

Integrates corrective feedback from others during a conversation (e.g., liaisons, vocabulary, or verb choice).

Self-evaluates personal speech, prepared dialogues, or presentations with feedback from others.

Sets goals for the next speaking experience by selecting an item from presentation criteria descriptions in a rubric.