Definition+of+Terms

=Definition of Terms=

__**(Artistic) Expression**:__ An indication of feeling, spirit, character, etc., as on the face, in the voice, or in artistic execution.

__**Oral Language:**__ C ommunication by voice in the distinctively human manner; speech.

__**Description:**__ A statement, picture in words, or account that describes;descriptive representation.

__**Observation:**__ A n act or instance of noticing or perceiving.

__**Interpretation:**__ T he rendering of a dramatic part, music, etc., so as to bring out the meaning, or to indicate one's particular conception of it.

__**Inquiry:**__ T he act of inquiring or of seeking information by questioning.

__**Problem Solving:**__ T he thought processes involved in solving a problem.

__**Comparison:**__ T he considering of two things with regard to some characteristic that is common to both.

__**Perception:**__ T he act or faculty of apprehending by means of the senses or of the mind; cognition; understanding.

__**Cooperation:**__ A n act or instance of working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit; joint action.

__**Negotiating:**__ T o arrange for or bring about by discussion and settlement of terms.

__**Listening:**__ To give attention with the ear; attend closely for the purpose of hearing; give ear.

__**Reporting:**__ A n account or statement describing in detail an event, situation, or the like, usually as the result of observation, inquiry.

__**Writing:**__ T o express or communicate in writing.

__**Presenting:**__ T o bring forth or render for or before another or others; offer for consideration.

__**Interpersonal:**__ O f or pertaining to the relations between persons.

__**Sequencing events:**__ T o determine the order of events.

__**Composing:**__ T o create, make, or form by combining things, parts, or elements.

__**Improvising:**__ T o compose and perform or deliver without previous preparation. On the spur of the moment.

__**Singing:**__ T o utter words or sounds in succession with musical modulations of the voice; vocalize melodically.

__**Playing Instruments:**__ To explore and perform on an object that makes sound.

__**Investigating outside of school:**__ T o examine, study, or inquire outside of school hours.

__**Self-Motivation:**__ I nitiative to undertake or continue a task or activity without another's prodding or supervision.