"Oral language" refers to how we use our spoken words and sounds to communicate with others. It includes talking, listening, and understanding what is being said. Full definition
The basic comprehension strategies that children build out of oral language skills in kindergarten and first grade become more complex in second grade and beyond. (ciera.org)
This intervention resulted in an increase in teacher knowledge of language acquisition and an increased use of oral language development strategies. (reachinst.org)
Is there evidence of oral language development as well as that of literacy skills? (brown.edu)