Speaking and Listening Individuals ready to exit the High Intermediate level collaborate well as a member of team by building on others’ ideas, expressing their own clearly and maintaining a positive attitude. This includes following the rules for collegial discussions and decision- making and tracking progress toward specific goals and deadlines. It also includes the ability to pose questions that connect the ideas of several speakers and respond to others’ questions and comments with relevant evidence and ideas. During these discussions, individuals are able to qualify, alter, or justify their own views in light of the evidence presented by others. Just as in writing, individuals are able to delineate a speaker’s argument, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance of the evidence. They are able to identify when irrelevant evidence is introduced. They also are able to present their own claims and findings that emphasize salient points in a focused and coherent manner, with relevant evidence, valid reasoning, and well- chosen details. Individuals adapt their speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating a command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
NRS Descriptor Segment
GSE Skill
GSE Learning Objective
GSE Level
CEFR Level
Individuals ready to exit the High Intermediate level collaborate well as a member of team by building on others’ ideas, expressing their own clearly and maintaining a positive attitude.
Speaking Can express opinions as regards possible solutions, giving brief reasons and explanations.
51
B1+ (51-58)
Can use a basic repertoire of conversation strategies to maintain a discussion.
53
B1+ (51-58)
Can build on an idea in a meeting using simple language.
54
B1+ (51-58)
Can use polite questions to build rapport in work-related social situations.
54
B1+ (51-58)
Can respond to ideas and suggestions in informal discussions.
55
B1+ (51-58)
Can politely interrupt during a formal conversation, using fixed expressions.
55
B1+ (51-58)
Can explain the main points in an idea or problem with reasonable precision.
55
B1+ (51-58)
Can express and comment on ideas and suggestions in informal discussions.
56
B1+ (51-58)
Can give an opinion on practical problems, with support when necessary.
56
B1+ (51-58)
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