Model Curriculum for World Languages and Cultures

Standards

• What are the 2020 World Languages and Cultures learning standards?
• What is Intercultural Competence?
• How do I explain our proficiency-based standards to non-world language educators?

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Proficiency Levels

• What is the difference between proficiency and performance?
• How can I print the ACTFL inverted pyramid of proficiency levels?
• Where are the ACTFL descriptors and examples of proficiency levels?
• How do I set proficiency targets based on the language I teach?
• Where can I view videos of speaking proficiency levels for Spanish?

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​Rubrics for Proficiency and Performance

• Where are the ODE rubrics for reading, writing, speaking, listening, signing and interpersonal assessments?
• How do I use the ODE proficiency rubrics for OTES/HQSD?
• How do I convert performance rubric scores to a gradebook score?
• How do I convert proficiency rubric scores to a gradebook score?

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​Assessment and IPAs (Integrated Performance Assessments)

• What does assessment look like for world languages?
• Where can I see sample assessments and sample units?
• Where can I download an IPA template? 
• Where can I find authentic cultural materials for my language?
• How do I create literacy-based tasks for reading, listening and viewing?
• Where can I find ideas for interpersonal, interpretive and presentational tasks?

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Creating and Finding Content

• What is Intercultural Competence ?
• Where are the sample intercultural units made by Ohio teachers?
• Where can I find themes, topics and essential questions that are vertically aligned by proficiency levels?
• Where can I find authentic cultural materials for my language?
• Where are the NCSSFL-ACTFL Intercultural Can-Do statements?
• Where can I see examples of world language curriculum maps from Ohio schools?

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Planning and Instruction

Planning

• Where are the sample units made by Ohio teachers?
• What are Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies for world languages?
• Where do I find Backward Design templates and other templates to plan a unit or lesson?
• Where can I find authentic cultural materials for my language?
• How can I create my own units in conjunction with my textbook?  (in revision)

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Instruction

• ​How can I learn more about target language input and production?
• Where can I find ideas for interpersonal, interpretive and presentational activities?
• How can I align my activities to Bloom's Taxonomy?
• Where can I find authentic cultural materials for my language?
• How do I use grammar and vocabulary in context to improve proficiency?  (in revision)

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Additional Instructional Resources

• Where can I find specific resources for elementary learners?
• Where are specific resources for ASL?
• How do I support my Native Speakers and Diverse Learners?  (English Learners, Learners with Disabilities, or Gifted Students)
•  Where can I find additional sample lessons and videos ?

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Career Connections

• Where do I find videos, lessons and activities for connecting world languages to careers?
• Where do I find activities that incorporate 21^st Century skills?
• How do I see data on how my state is connected to the rest of the world?

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OTES 2.0

•  How does OTES 2.0 and High-Quality Student Data apply to world language teachers?

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Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL)

• Where do I find sample PBLL ideas from Ohio teachers? (coming soon)

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Virtual Meetups/Professional Learning

• Where are the recordings and schedule of virtual meetups for world languages?

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Study Abroad Opportunities for Students and Teachers

• Where can I find a list of non-profit organizations that offer travel and study abroad ?

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New Teachers/Resident Educators

• How do I find the schedule for Beginning World Language Teachers virtual meetups?
• Where are the program resources for Resident Educators?

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Advocacy

• How do I advocate for my language program?

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Credit Flexibility

• What does Credit Flex look like for world languages?
• Is there a sample Credit Flex plan from an Ohio school?
• How could I post about Credit Flex on our district website?
• Where can I find guidance for online language programs?

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Seal of Biliteracy

• How can I find more information about the Seal of Biliteracy?
• How could schools post information about the Seal of Biliteracy?

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Last Modified: 8/23/2023 8:07:36 AM

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