Students exchange essential informations such as greetings, leave takings and common classroom interactions using culturally appropriate gestures and oral expressions. Sample Progress Indicators Grade 8 Students follow and give simple instructions and directions for participating in age- appropriatecultural activities . They ask and and respond to questions for clarification. Students, compare, contrastand express opinions and preferences about the information gathered regarding events,subjects in school , likes and dislikes, extra-curricular activities and seasons.
Students acquire goods and information orally.
Students raise and discuss issues and problems related to the school or community through group work. Sample Progress Indicators Grade 12 Students discuss, orally or in writing, their reactions to material they have read on Russian culture, history, or significant events. 8Students exchangecommentary on issues and problems that are of concern to them and to Russians. Students use interactive technology to exchange perspectives and opinions on a variety of topics of interest. Students discuss their understanding of Russian practices, products or perspectives with heritage learners who are their classmates.