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Proficiency Standards
Kerrie Neu
kneu@graniteschools.org
Granite School DistrictSlide2
Proficiency Standards in a Foldable
Foldable with 4 flaps: 1 for each proficiency level we will talk about
Superior
AdvancedIntermediateNoviceSlide3
How to fold the foldable
Engagement strategy for parents
Something to bring home
SummarySlide4
Language ProficiencySlide5
Language Proficiency
What
students can DO with the language
.In real-world situationsSpontaneous & non-rehearsed
Why?
Effective communication
Prepare students for real-world language use
Motivates learners with success
Think of an example and share with a partner.
Put a star by the reason you think your parents want language proficiency for their children or write in an additional reason.Slide6
Learning a Language is Like Learning a Sport
Takes time to learn
Rules, vocabulary, and skills to learn
Proficiency is what individuals can do with the sport in real-world situations in a spontaneous and non-rehearsed context.Slide7
Learning a Language is Like Learning an Instrument
Takes time to learn
Symbols, skills, vocabulary, and concepts to learn
Proficiency is when we can actually use the musical skill to communicate or perform in some way.Slide8
Language Proficiency
What
students can DO with the language
.In real-world situationsSpontaneous & non-rehearsed
Why?
Effective communication
Prepare students for real-world language useSlide9
Explain to a partner
How is learning a language like learning a sport or music skill?
Why is this helpful to understand for language learning?
Can you think of any other metaphors?Learning a language is like learning_____ because_____.Slide10
LevelsSlide11
ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines
ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines 2012
(American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages) used across the nation to communicate language proficiency.
http://actflproficiencyguidelines2012.org/Utah State Office of Education World Languages K-12 Core http://schools.utah.gov/curr/worldlang/
Bonus Question: On the count of 3 shout out which
l
evel is not included in this foldable?Slide12
Speaking
Novice
Intermediate
Advanced Superior
ParrotSurvivor
Story teller or reporter
Scholar
From Chantal ThompsonSlide13
Bull Ride Summary
With one hand cover the paper
With the other hand in the air, you have 8 seconds to summarize with as much style as you can the 4 levels, their nicknames, and icons.
(Note: May give them 10-15 seconds to summarize.)Slide14
CharacteristicsSlide15
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized words & phrases
Practiced situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level
.Slide16
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized
words & phrases
Practiced situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level.Slide17
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topics
Handle simple situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level
.Slide18
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create
with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topicsHandle simple situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level
.Slide19
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate in past, present, & future
Talk in detail
Organize textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a complicated situation
Underline key words to help you remember this level
.Slide20
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate
in
past, present, & futureTalk in detailOrganize textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a
complicated situation
Underline key words to help you remember this level.
1
line for verbs, 2 lines for situations.Slide21
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss abstract topics
Hypothesize
Support opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level
.Slide22
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss
abstract topicsHypothesizeSupport opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situations
Underline key words to help you remember this level. 1 line for verbs, 2 lines for situations.Slide23
Text TypeSlide24
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized words & phrases
Practiced situations
Words & phrases
Write the text type in this corner
and then think of a gesture to represent it. Slide25
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topics
Handle simple situations
Sentences &
Strings of SentencesSlide26
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate in past, present, & future
Talk in detail
Organized textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a complicated situation
Paragraphs & NarrationsSlide27
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss abstract topics
Hypothesize
Support opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situationsExtended discourse
EssaysAcademic PapersBooksSlide28
Job OpportunitiesSlide29
What level of language would you need to work as…
A tour guide?
Talk to people about familiar topics & places
A cashier?Predictable text. Familiar context.A lawyerAbstract ideas. Support argument & opinion. Unfamiliar situations A language teacher
Intermediate or Advanced IntermediateSuperior
Advanced Slide30Slide31
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized words & phrases
Practiced situations
Words & phrases
LimitedSlide32
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topics
Handle simple situations
Sentences &
Strings of Sentences
Receptionist
Cashier
Tour Guide
Aviation Personnel
Sales Clerk
Missionary
Fire Fighter
Utilities InstallerChoose 2 or 3 to write in your foldable to help you remember job opportunities. Choose 2 or 3 that you want to remember and put a check mark next to them. Explain to a neighbor why the job requires this level of language Slide33
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate in past, present, & future
Talk in detail
Organized textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a complicated situation
Paragraphs & Narrations
Physician
Human Resources
Quality Assurance
Marketing Manager
Financial Advisor
Military Linguist
Customer Care Rep.
Court Interpreter
K-12 Language TeacherNurseSocial WorkerPolice OfficerRetail Services PersonnelEtc.Slide34
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss abstract topics
Hypothesize
Support opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situationsExtended discourse
EssaysAcademic PapersBooks
Univ. Language Professor
Financial Services Consultant
Lawyer
Judge
Court Interpreter
ExecutiveSlide35
Sub-levelsSlide36
Low, Mid, High?
High- Solid in current level and actually is trying the next level, but not successfully.
“Fallen angel”
Mid- Solid in this level. Sustainable. “Solid & strong”Low- Attempts but is unable to sustain. “Barely hanging on”Slide37
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized words & phrases
Practiced situations
Words & phrases
Limited
Novice High
Novice Mid
Novice LowSlide38
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topics
Handle simple situations
Sentences &
Strings of Sentences
Receptionist
Cashier
Tour Guide
Aviation Personnel
Sales Clerk
Missionary
Fire Fighter
Utilities InstallerIntermediateHighIntermediate MidIntermediate LowSlide39
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate in past, present, & future
Talk in detail
Organized textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a complicated situation
Paragraphs & Narrations
Physician
Human Resources
Quality Assurance
Marketing Manager
Financial Advisor
Military Linguist
Customer Care Rep.
Court Interpreter
K-12 Language TeacherNurseSocial WorkerPolice OfficerRetail Services PersonnelEtc.AdvancedHighAdvanced MidAdvanced LowSlide40
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss abstract topics
Hypothesize
Support opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situationsExtended discourse
EssaysAcademic PapersBooks
Univ. Language Professor
Financial Services Consultant
Lawyer
Judge
Court Interpreter
ExecutiveSlide41
TargetsSlide42
What pattern do you see with the speaking targets?
What is the difference between the targets for Chinese and other languages? Why?
Why do you think they set 2 years per target?Slide43
Novice High
Novice Mid
Novice Low
Novice - “Parrot”
Memorized words & phrases
Practiced situations
Words & phrases
Limited
2
nd
& 3rd
1stSlide44
Intermediate- “Survivor”
Create with the language
Ask & answer questions on familiar topics
Handle simple situations
Sentences &
Strings of Sentences
Receptionist
Cashier
Tour Guide
Aviation Personnel
Sales Clerk
Missionary
Fire Fighter
Utilities InstallerIntermediateHighIntermediate MidIntermediate Low
4
th
& 5
th
6
th & 7th 8th & 9th Slide45
Advanced- “Storyteller”
Narrate in past, present, & future
Talk in detail
Organized textShare point of viewExpress self fully on familiar topicsHandle a complicated situation
Paragraphs & Narrations
Physician
Human Resources
Quality Assurance
Marketing Manager
Financial Advisor
Military Linguist
Customer Care Rep.
Court Interpreter
K-12 Language TeacherNurseSocial WorkerPolice OfficerRetail Services PersonnelEtc.AdvancedHighAdvanced MidAdvanced Low
10
th
& 11
th
12
th Slide46
Superior- “Scholar”
Discuss abstract topics
Hypothesize
Support opinionHandle linguistically unfamiliar situationsExtended discourse
EssaysAcademic PapersBooks
Univ. Language Professor
Financial Services Consultant
Lawyer
Judge
Court Interpreter
ExecutiveSlide47
Why 2 years per target?Slide48
Recap
With an elbow partner review the levels
Partner A: Novice
Partner B: IntermediatePartner A: AdvancedPartner B: Superior(Strategy: Use crazy professor & eager student strategy)Slide49
Reporting Proficiency to Parents
Student Proficiency Reports- Spring Parent Conferences
AAPPL Score ReportsSlide50
Student Proficiency Reports
This is a sample of the Student Proficiency Report.
Fall SEP
Conference- explained to parentsSpring SEP- Given to parents in grades 1-8.Slide51
Determining proficiency level over time
Proficiency level not achievement or performance
Is the overall meaning understandable?
This is where they are for that topic and task. Students may demonstrate different proficiency levels. Over time look at the general trends.Slide52
AAPPL Individual Report (October)Slide53
AAPPL ScoresSlide54
Helping Parents Understand the AAPPL Score ReportSlide55
AAPPL Measure
A
CTFL
Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in LanguagesAddresses
the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning Assesses following modes of communication:Interpersonal
Listening/Speaking-
Grades 3-9
Interpretive Reading-
Grades 5-9
Presentational Writing-
Grades 5-9
Given in October with Performance Goals adjusted for the time of year in that grade levelSlide56
Sample Proficiency Training & Assessment Schedule
Month
Preparation
Phase
June
AUDII
Training for Administrators & Coaches
August
AUDII
Training for Teachers
September-February
Teachers train students & set goalsTeachers show Student Proficiency Report at SEP’sFormative classroom assessmentSeptember-October
Coordinate technology requirements with AAPPL and District
AAPPL Registration
Schedule of labs, headsets, etc. for AAPPL
October-November
AAPPL administered
by teachers
November-DecemberAAPPL Reports to parentsDecemberGranite District new teacher training on proficiency and the Students Proficiency Reports (SPR’s)FebruaryStudent Proficiency Reports to parents at conferencesParent presentationsSummerACTFL or other proficiency trainingsSlide57
Contact Information
Kerrie
Neu
kneu@graniteschools.orgHandouts available at www.kerrieneu.weebly.comWhen AUDII is finished, the handouts will be on the USOE DLI site under the Administrators tab. Look under AUDII June.