(2) Cross-curricular second language acquisition/LISTENING.

 (A) distinguish sounds and intonation patterns of English with increasing ease;

 (B) recognize elements of the English sound system in newly acquired vocabulary such as long and short vowels, silent letters, and consonant clusters; 

(C) learn new language structures, expressions, and basic and academic vocabulary heard during classroom instruction and interactions; 

(D) monitor understanding of spoken language during classroom instruction and interactions and seek clarification as needed;

 (E) use visual, contextual, and linguistic support to enhance and confirm understanding of increasingly complex and elaborated spoken language; 

(F) listen to and derive meaning from a variety of media such as audio tape, video, DVD, and CD ROM to build and reinforce concept and language attainment; 

(G) understand the general meaning, main points, and important details of spoken language ranging from situations in which topics, language, and contexts are familiar to unfamiliar; 

(H) understand implicit ideas and information in increasingly complex spoken language commensurate with gradelevel learning expectations; and

 (I) demonstrate listening comprehension of increasingly complex spoken English by following directions, retelling or summarizing spoken messages, responding to questions and requests, collaborating with peers, and taking notes commensurate with content and grade-level needs.