Discussion and active listening assessments

Productive classroom talk acts as a crucial "pre-writing" tool, allowing students to rehearse ideas, build vocabulary and organize thoughts before engaging in the high-cognitive task of writing. The primary goal is to shift from teacher-centered questioning to student-centered academic discourse, fostering skills like reasoning, elaboration, collaboration and clarity.

Use with learners at Stages 2 and 3. 

Active listening self-assessments

Active listening is crucial because it fosters trust, reduces conflict and ensures accurate understanding by focusing entirely on the speaker’s verbal and non-verbal messages. It strengthens professional and personal relationships, improves information retention, and enhances problem-solving by demonstrating respect and empathy for the speaker's perspective.