LAC 28:CLXIX.309. Speaking and Listening

A. Engage in collaborative discussions about grade-level topics and texts with peers and adults in a variety of group settings. 1. Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion). 2. Continue a conversation through at least two relevant exchanges. B. Confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and responding to questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood. C. Ask and respond to questions about what a speaker says to seek help, information, or clarification. D. With prompting and support, provide additional details when describing familiar people, places, things, and events. E. Provide additional details of given descriptions by adding drawings or other visual displays. F. Speak clearly and at an understandable pace to express thoughts, feelings, and ideas effectively.