Through practice in small and large groups, as well as practice in oral presentations. Students read a variety of literature, comparing and contrasting settings, characterizations, conflicts, points of view, and themes. Language study includes spelling, vocabulary, verbal analogies, and learning about language history and structure. They practice adapting speaking and listening skills to the audience, topic, purpose, and situation. In language study, students increase vocabulary skills with an emphasis on analyzing and creating verbal analogies.
Students learn to evaluate critically.
Continued interaction in small and large groups increases students' proficiency in oral skills and in problem solving. Language study includes, vocabulary, verbal analogies, and learning about language history and structure. Through varied and frequent wining assignments, students reinforce their understanding of purpose and audience and develop their skill in the use of voice and tone. Through a variety of interpersonal, group. dramatic, and public speaking activities, students refine their understanding of oral communication. In language study, they increase their ability to effectively manipulate language by recognizing nuances.