Parkway Schools

THE LANGUAGE DOMAINS

Each language proficiency standard is subdivided into the language domains of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. We realize interaction naturally occurs between and among language domains, however, in this document, they are maintained as separate constructs as one way of thinking about assessment, curriculum, and instruction.

Listening
English language learners process and understand spoken language from a variety of speakers in a variety of situations.

Speaking
English language learners engage in oral communication in a variety of situations for a variety of purposes and audiences.

Reading
English language learners process, interpret, and evaluate written language, symbols, and text with understanding and fluency.

Writing
English language learners engage in written communication in a variety of forms for a variety of purposes and audiences.