Listen and Speak to Communicate

	Listen: Vocabulary progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Listen: Language and Text Features progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Listen: Comprehension progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Listen: Listening Critically progression Most adults will be able to:read more	Speak: Vocabulary progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Speak: Language and Text Features progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Speak: Using Strategies to Communicate progression Most adults will be able to: read more	Interactive Listening and Speaking progression Most adults will be able to: read more
1.	have a listening vocabulary of common nouns, verbs and familiar phrases they understand identify words and phrases in running speech. read more	understand short conversations and other simple spoken language that uses formulaic expressions and simple structures. read more	listen for the gist or for specific information in simple speech in very familiar situations ask for repetition or a change of pace if necessary make connections with their own knowledge to improve their understanding. read more	have some awareness of people’s different purposes for speaking be aware that all speakers have a perspective (point of view). read more	use a range of words, formulaic expressions and familiar phrases related to everyday topics and personal experiences. read more	take part in short spoken conversations and speak by themselves using formulaic phrases and simple structures. read more	communicate information and thoughts in familiar, predictable situations. read more	respond to and use simple formulaic expressions in spoken language. read more
2.	identify words and phrases and understand many of the words in fast speech be aware that many words may have more than one meaning and notice when a word is used with an unfamiliar meaning. read more	understand spoken conversations and other simple spoken language that uses some complex structures understand spoken conversations and other simple spoken language even when the speakers pause, repeat themselves, or make false starts. read more	listen for the gist or for specific information in some connected discourse on familiar topics have an awareness of what to do and how to do it when comprehension breaks down use some comprehension strategies. read more	recognise the purposes and possible uses of different kinds of connected discourse6 have some awareness of their own purposes for listening. read more	have a limited vocabulary that includes words and phrases related to common, everyday topics and personal experiences choose appropriate vocabulary (including polite forms of words and expressions) for different contexts and audiences. read more	take part in spoken conversations and use a few oral text types, such as simple instructions and descriptions speak using some complex phrases and structures. read more	select and communicate information, ideas and thoughts, using appropriate words and phrases with some fluency on very familiar topics monitor and modify speech to improve the clarity and effectiveness of the communication. read more	respond to and use skills and appropriate language to manage simple interactions and negotiate meaning respond to and use some non-verbal methods to monitor the effectiveness of interactive communication have an awareness of the conventions for taking part in interactions in familiar social and cultural settings, for example, during telephone conversations. read more
3.	have a listening vocabulary of everyday words and some less common words understand when a speaker uses simple figurative language, such as metaphor, symbolism or irony, for effect identify the connotations (common associations) of familiar words. read more		listen for the gist or for specific information in more complex discourse use a range of comprehension strategies use knowledge of what to do and how to do it when comprehension breaks down understand discourse on familiar topics. read more	think critically about the ideas and language as they listen, in order to understand, evaluate and respond appropriately and meet the listening purpose use strategies to compare and evaluate information and ideas. read more	have an extended vocabulary that relates to familiar topics and personal experiences have a knowledge of the collocations (words that commonly go together) of many words be able to use some words and phrases with figurative as well as literal meanings choose appropriate vocabulary for different contexts and audiences. read more		select and communicate information, ideas and thoughts, using appropriate vocabulary, expressions and grammar fluently and coherently on less familiar topics use appropriate gestures, tone, pace and intonation to improve communication. read more	respond to and use more sophisticated skills and appropriate language to monitor and improve the effectiveness of interactions respond to and use variations in tone of voice, intonation and stress (for example, the stress placed on specific words or sentences) recognise and use the vocabulary and other language features that mark the register appropriate to the topic, audience and context. read more
4.	have a listening vocabulary that includes some general academic words and some specialised words. read more	understand more complex spoken conversations and other simple discourse including some less-familiar oral text types recognise the language features used to establish coherence in such discourse. read more	understand discourse on less familiar topics. read more	think about underlying meanings in order to understand not only the sense of the words but also the intent of the speaker. read more	have an extended vocabulary that includes some general academic and some specialised words. read more	use complex sentence structures and more complex language features to express a point of view in spoken conversations and in using more complex oral text types use appropriate language features to establish coherence in connected discourse. read more	use a range of strategies to select, organise and communicate information, ideas and thoughts in extended discourse on a range of unfamiliar topics in a variety of contexts monitor and modify speech to clarify or obscure a particular point of view, attitude, bias or agenda. read more
5.			understand discourse on a range of topics beyond everyday contexts and immediate experiences listen for the gist or for specific information in a wide range of oral texts use comprehension strategies selectively and flexibly use a range of strategies when comprehension breaks down in different listening situations. read more	use strategies to analyse ideas and information and to consider meaning critically evaluate the truth, relevance, or usefulness of information in relation to the speaker’s (or the listener’s) purpose. read more	have an extended vocabulary that includes words related to work, personal, community, social and academic contexts. read more	use complex sentence structures and extend their use of language features to achieve particular purposes. read more	use a range of strategies to select, organise and communicate information, ideas and thoughts in extended discourse on a range of unfamiliar topics in a variety of contexts monitor and modify speech to clarify or obscure a particular point of view, attitude, bias or agenda. read more	respond to and use appropriate skills and language to manage interactions in an increasing range of formal and informal settings respond to and use variations in tone of voice, intonation and stress respond to and use an awareness of the rules for taking part in interactions in a wide range of familiar and unfamiliar work, academic, social, community and cultural contexts. read more
6.	have a listening vocabulary that includes many general academic words and specialised words understand when a speaker uses more complex figurative language, for example, by talking about the Earth as if it were a woman (personification) understand when a speaker uses, for effect, words that have particular connotations. read more	recognise language features in complex extended discourse and understand the ways in which speakers use these features to achieve a purpose. read more	understand discourse on a range of unfamiliar topics in a variety of contexts. read more	use a wide range of strategies to reflect critically on purpose and meaning evaluate a speaker’s point of view, attitude, bias or agenda have an understanding of the methods that speakers can use for specific purposes. read more