DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES OF ORAL COMMUNICATION
Pre-emergent- A pre-emergent speaker does not speak unless spoken to. He uses non-verbal communication.
Emergent- An emergent speaker initiates and responds to conversation.
Early- An early speaker uses complete relevant sentences when engaging in conversation.
Fluent- A fluent speaker is able to speak in front of a group, uses a broad vocabulary, uses comparative language, and uses expression effectively.