English·Speaking & Listening·procedural
Listening and responding
Listen and respond appropriately to adults and peers; follow agreed-upon rules for discussion such as listening to others and taking turns speaking
Suggested ages 4–11
Evidence of understanding
- Demonstrate attentive listening by making eye contact and responding relevantly
- Follow classroom discussion rules (e.g. raise hand, wait for turn)
- Show understanding of what was said by paraphrasing or responding appropriately
Assessment prompt
When Listening and responding is in a group conversation at school or at the dinner table, do they listen while others are talking and wait for their turn before speaking?
Standards alignment
Eng.SL.1GB · uk-nc-2013
Listen and respond
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1 and 2