Expository Elicitation Protocol

Expository Elicitation Protocol

Overview of Expository Protocol

  • Purpose: To assess the speaker's explanation skills through guiding them in explaining a game or sport of their choice.

  • Age Range: 7 years, 10 months to 18 years, 9 months.

  • Grade Levels: Students in grades 5-7 and 9-12.

  • Sample Size: 354 samples recorded in Wisconsin.

  • Special Coding: Includes special coding for context identification (SI, ESS).

Elicitation Methods

  • Session Formats:

    • In-Person: Speaker seated next to the examiner with the planning sheet. Recording is done using a recording device.

    • Virtual: Planning sheet shared ahead; recording done in the virtual meeting software.

  • Both formats aimed to yield similar outcomes and require recording for subsequent transcription and analysis.

Instructions for Speakers

  • Initial Setup:

    • The speaker is prompted to explain their favorite game or sport.

    • Provided with examples (basketball, board games, card games) to encourage topic selection. Video games are discouraged due to limited content.

  • Planning Phase:

    • Speaker allowed a few minutes to use the planning sheet to organize thoughts.

    • Must cover specific points during the explanation, which are explained in detail on a later page.

Directions for Conducting the Session

  • Introductory Statement:

    • Examiner explains their interest in the speaker's ability to provide explanations, simulating a learning scenario.

    • Speaker should assume the audience is unfamiliar with the chosen sport or game and must explain fully.

  • In-Person Guidance:

    • Hand over the planning sheet to aid organization of thoughts.

  • Virtual Guidance:

    • Direct speaker on using the planning sheet and note-taking.

    • Allow creative alternatives like diagrams or organizers instead of writing.

Recording and Verbal Prompts

  • Recording Process:

    • The examiner activates the recording once the planning is complete. The speaker should talk for a minimum of five minutes.

  • Prompts During the Explanation:

    • Role of the Examiner: Primarily as a listener.

    • Use minimal and non-specific verbal and non-verbal prompts to encourage the speaker without leading them.

Role of Examiner

  • Listening Skills:

    • Be an attentive listener to capture genuine responses.

    • Avoid asking questions or providing leading information during explanations.

  • Promoting Discussion:

    • Use non-verbal cues (e.g., nodding, smiling) to encourage ongoing dialogue.

    • Verbal prompts should be vague (e.g., "uh-huh" or "keep going").

References

  • Kim, Y. S. G. (2016). Study on Narrative Comprehension in Language Samples. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 47(1), 77-86.

  • Manning, B., et al. (2020). Study of Remote Language Samples via Video Chat.

Points to Cover While Explaining a Game/Sport

Organization of Explanation

  • What’s Covered: Each point serves as a guide for the speaker to ensure comprehensive coverage of the explanation.

Required Points

  • Object: Describe the objective or how to win.

  • Preparations: Discuss how players get ready to play.

  • Playing Area and Setup: Explain the environment and arrangement for the game.

  • Equipment and Materials: List all necessary materials and equipment required.

  • Start: Clarify how the game begins and initial moves.

  • Course of Play: Outline what occurs during play, including player roles.

  • Rules: Provide major rules and penalties for violations.

  • Scoring: Different scoring methods and point values.

  • Duration: Explain game length, how it ends, and tiebreaking procedures.

  • Strategies: Suggest effective tactics both offensively and defensively.