(1) An eighth-grade student at the nearing proficiency level in speaking and listening demonstrates a partial mastery of prerequisite knowledge and skills fundamental for proficient speaking and listening. He/she:

(a) sometimes recognizes speaking and listening as important processes and uses communication, with assistance, to develop and maintain personal relationships;

(b) sometimes recognizes and applies, with assistance, appropriate types of speaking and listening for a variety of purposes;

(c) sometimes applies a range of speaking skills and strategies (e.g., a clear purpose, controlled organization, varied support, appropriate language) ;

(d) sometimes applies a range of listening skills and strategies (e.g., inquiry, note taking, summarizing) , while distinguishing between information and opinion, and relating messages to one's experiences;

(e) contrasts, but seldom compares enjoyable listening experiences;

(f) sometimes identifies communication impacts, but has difficulty modifying speaking and listening behaviors; and

(g) has limited recognition of the importance of communication in our democratic society within a culturally diverse world.