Communication Skills

Developing strong oral communication skills, both speaking and listening, is a critical element of English and literacy in the primary classroom, and an essential life skill. Acquiring strong communication skills in the primary years will provide a solid foundation for future success in a child’s school life and beyond. Communication skills include oral retelling, interacting as a group member, articulation, formal oral presentations and participating as an audience member.

  

Assessing oral language

Posted on 31/05/2023
Discover a framework for assessing oral language in the classroom, as well as models for student and teacher self-assessment!

  

Article: Evolving Literature Circles to Support Response to and Engagement with Literary Texts

Posted on 10/08/2021
Explore the role of Literature Circles in the classroom and how teachers can innovate their approach.

  

Video: Student/Teacher Conferencing: Essential components of an English/Literacy block

Posted on 5/08/2021
Student/Teacher Conferencing is a vital part of the data collection during a Literacy Block. Dr Kaye Lowe shares how it is key to encouraging and setting expectations for students work.

  

Explanation: Formal Oral Presentations

Posted on 2/08/2021
What exactly do we mean by formal oral presentations in a classroom setting?

  

Promoting Communication Skills in the Classroom

Posted on 2/08/2021
Learn techniques for promoting communication skills in the classroom.