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SECOND LANGUAGES :: 2004 :: GRADES 6-8 (EXPLORATORY)

GRADES 6-8 (EXPLORATORY)

The Exploratory Program described in this document is for one language. This program can be repeated by individual students in different languages at the same or at different grade levels.

This is a non-sequential program , which does not lead to the development of communicative proficiency. The stated goals and objectives apply to students at 6th, 7th, and 8th grades in a daily program meeting 6-9 weeks; however, modifications need to be made if the program meets for longer or shorter periods of time.

The emphasis of this program is on:

Communication through learned words and phrases dealing with familiar topics.
Pre-reading/writing activities through oral language.
Connections to the grade level curriculum.
Awareness of other cultures.
Comparison of culture and language to the students' own culture and language.
Awareness of the importance of learning another language and culture.

* Classroom instruction may be conducted in the target language or in English.

Strands: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing
COMPETENCY GOAL 1:	INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION - The learner will engage in conversation and exchange information and opinions orally and in writing in the target language.
	Objectives 1.01 Interact with teachers and others using greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy orally and in writing. 1.02 Use basic words and short memorized phrases during interactions orally and in writing. 1.03 Ask and answer basic questions using learned material orally and in writing.
COMPETENCY GOAL 2:	INTERPRETIVE COMMUNICATION - The learner will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics in the target language.
	Objectives 2.01 Follow selected oral and written directions and commands. 2.02 Demonstrate understanding of learned /familiar words, phrases, and sentences from simple oral or written passages (e.g., announcements, advertisements, ads) about basic personal needs.
COMPETENCY GOAL 3:	PRESENTATIONAL COMMUNICATION -The learner will present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics in the target language.
	Objectives 3.01 Name and describe orally people, places, and things using everyday words and phrases. 3.02 Present memorized materials such as poetry, rhymes, songs, skits.
COMPETENCY GOAL 4:	CULTURES - The learner will gain knowledge and demonstrate understanding of the relationship among practices, products, and perspectives, of cultures other than his/her own.
	Objectives 4.01 Recognize and use selected non-verbal gestures of the target cultures. 4.02 Recognize and use common verbal everyday greetings of the target cultures. 4.03 Participate in activities and celebrations which are characteristic of young adolescents in the target cultures. 4.04 Demonstrate an awareness of the different target countries, by locating them on a map or globe. 4.05 Identify important individuals from the target cultures. 4.06 Explore in English aspects of contemporary life in the target cultures through print and non-print media, cultural artifacts, and/or interaction with people from those cultures.
COMPETENCY GOAL 5:	COMPARISONS - The learner will develop insight into the nature of language and culture by comparing his/her own language(s) and culture(s) to others.
	Objectives 5.01 Identify the sound patterns of the target language and compare them to his/her own language(s). 5.02 Recognize similarities and differences in the ways languages are written (e.g., alphabet/characters, symbols) in the target language and his/her own language(s). 5.03 Develop an awareness that there are words, phrases, and idioms that do not translate directly from one language to another. 5.04 Identify connections among languages by recognizing cognates and loan words. 5.05 Develop an awareness that people's behaviors may vary according to their culture. 5.06 Identify similarities and differences of tangible and intangible products (e.g., food, dwellings, music, sports, clothing) between the target culture and his/her own culture(s) in English.
COMPETENCY GOAL 6:	CONNECTIONS - The learner will acquire, reinforce, and further his/her knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language.
	Objectives 6.01 Demonstrate understanding and apply information and skills that are common to the foreign language class and other disciplines.
COMPETENCY GOAL 7:	COMMUNITIES - The learner will use language and/or demonstrate cultural knowledge and understanding within and beyond the school setting for personal, educational, and professional growth and enrichment.
	Objectives 7.01 Perform and/or participate in a school or community celebration or competition. 7.02 Share knowledge of the target language and cultures with others. 7.03 Interact with people of other cultures in the target language about familiar topics. 7.04 Visit places in person or via technology, which provide opportunities to use the target language and/or experience the target cultures. 7.05 Identify occupations within the community and beyond that require proficiency in the target language. 7.06 View, listen to, and read various forms of media that utilize the target language and reflect the target cultures.

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