CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.6 - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Authors: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School OfficersTitle: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.6 Adapt Speech To A Variety Of Contexts And Tasks, Demonstrating... Speaking and Listening - 6th Grade English Language Arts Common Core State Standards
Publisher: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington D.C.
Copyright Date: 2010
(Page last edited 10/08/2017)
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