How can I be successful in English Learning?
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📌 Student Expectations for Participation (Speaking & Writing)
To support your growth in English and academic success, you are expected to actively participate in class using the following skills aligned with WIDA Can Do Descriptors:
Speaking
- Share your ideas clearly using academic vocabulary and complete sentences.
- Ask and answer questions during group discussions and class activities.
- Present information using appropriate tone, word choice, and organization.
- Engage in discussions by:
- Expressing opinions with supporting reasons.
- Responding respectfully to others’ ideas.
- Using visuals or multimedia when appropriate.
Writing
- Write using clear organization (beginning, middle, end) and linking words.
- Use content-specific vocabulary to explain or describe topics.
- Support your ideas with examples, facts, or evidence.
- Revise your writing to improve clarity, coherence, and accuracy.
Participation Will Be Graded Based On:
Criteria Description Engagement Actively contributes to class discussions and group work. Clarity Communicates ideas clearly in both speaking and writing. Support Uses examples or evidence to support ideas. Respect Listens to others and responds appropriately. Growth Demonstrates effort to improve language skills over time.