Skills and Suggested Themes for Modern Languages Level I
Typical Level I students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency. The
following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that the
Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills Developed in Level 1:
o Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy. (MLI.1A)
o Express like/dislike, emotions, and agreement/disagreement. (MLI.1B)
o Make simple requests. (MLI.1C)
o Ask for clarification (MLI.1D)
o Give simple directions. (MLI.1E)
o Comprehend basic directions (MLI.1F)
o Ask questions and provide responses based on suggested topics.
(MLI.1G)
o Use sequenced information meaningfully. (MLI.1H)
o Initiate, participate in, and close a brief exchange. (MLI.2A)
o Use formal and informal forms of address. (MLI.2B)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency in oral and written exchanges
(MLI.2C)
o Identify the main ideas and some details when reading and listening.
(MLI.3A)
o Comprehend simple, culturally authentic reading materials. (MLI.3B)
o Understand simple instructions. (MLI.3C)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency in listening, viewing and reading
comprehension. (MLI.3D)
o Differentiate among statements, questions, and exclamations. (MLI.4A)
o Recognize basic non-verbal cues. (MLI.4B)
o Present information from a variety of sources. (MLI.5A)
o Give basic information about self and others using suggested topics
(MLI.5B)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency in oral and written presentations
(MLI.5C)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency when presenting rehearsed material.
(MLI.6A)
o Demonstrate comprehension of rehearsed material. (MLI.6B)
o Demonstrate knowledge of cultural contributions. (MLI.7A)
o Identify commonly held cultural viewpoints. (MLI.7B)
o Describe cultural customs and traditions. (MLI.7C)
o Demonstrate basic geographical knowledge. (MLI.8A)
o Apply previously learned skills from other subjects. (MLI.8B)
o Identify examples of the target language in other subjects. (MLI.8C)
o Relate content from other subjects as it relates to the target
language. (MLI.8D)
o Compare cultural patterns of behavior and interaction. (MLI.9A)
o Demonstrate awareness of students' own cultures. (MLI.9B)
o Recognize similarities/differences between target language and
English. (MLI.10A)
o Recognize basic sound distinctions and their effect on communication
(MLI.10B)
o Give information about current events of target cultures. (MLI.11A)
o Understand the impact of current events of target cultures. (MLI.11B)
o Identify examples of target language and culture in media forms.
(MLI.12A)
o Identify community and Internet resources. (MLI.12B)
Suggested Themes for Level 1:
o Celebrations
o Clothes
o Colors
o Customs and Etiquette
o Family and Friends
o Foods, Meals, and Restaurants
o Geography
o Homes
o Numbers
o Parts of the Body
o School and Classroom Routine
o Self
o Sports and Leisure Time
o Stores and Shopping
o Time and Calendar
o Weather
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Modern Languages Level II
Typical Level II students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 2:
o Express needs and preferences. (MLII.1A)
o Express feelings and emotions. (MLII.1B)
o Request help and clarification. (MLII.1C)
o Give descriptions. (MLII.1D)
o Give and follow directions and instructions. (MLII.1E)
o Ask questions and provide responses based on suggested topics.
(MLII.1F)
o Ask questions and provide response about plans and events. (MLII.1G)
o Initiate, participate in, and close an oral or written exchange.
(MLII.2A)
o Use simple paraphrasing. (MLII.2B)
o Use gestures and body language. (MLII.2C)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid to Novice-High proficiency in oral and written
exchanges. (MLII.2D)
o Identify main ideas and essential details when reading and listening.
(MLII.3A)
o Interpret culturally authentic materials and information. (MLII.3B)
o Comprehend and follow instructions. (MLII.3C)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid to Novice-High proficiency in listening,
viewing and reading comprehension. (MLII.2D)
o Differentiate among statements, questions, and exclamations. (MLII.4A)
o Interpret basic non-verbal cues. (MLII.4B)
o Relate the main ideas and essential details from materials. (MLII.5A)
o Give brief, organized oral presentations. (MLII.5B)
o Write short, organized compositions. (MLII.5C)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid to Novice-High proficiency in oral and written
presentations (MLII.5D)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid proficiency when presenting material. (MLII.6A)
o Demonstrate comprehension of material. (MLII.6B)
o Participate in real or simulated cultural events. (MLII.7A)
o Identify patterns of typical cultural behavior. (MLII.7B)
o Examine the influence of geography on culture. (MLII.7C)
o Give examples of the influence of the target language and cultures on
other subject areas. (MLII.8A)
o Relate information acquired from other subjects to the language class.
(MLII.8B)
o Compare and contrast traditions. (MLII.9A)
o Compare and contrast social conventions. (MLII.9B)
o Compare and contrast geography and its impact on culture. (MLII.9C)
o Compare vocabulary usage and structural patterns between target
language and English. (MLII.10A)
o Use level appropriate idiomatic expressions in the target language.
(MLII.10B)
o Give information about current events of target cultures. (MLII.11A)
o Understand the impact of current events of target cultures. (MLII.11B)
o Illustrate how the target language and cultures studied are evident in
various media forms. (MLII.12A)
o Locate and use community and Internet resources. (MLII.12B)
Suggested Themes for Level 2:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Level I Topics
o Buildings
o Correspondence, including letters, e-mails, and invitations
o Daily Routine
o Directions
o Health
o Holidays
o Money
o Professions
o Social Occasions
o Telephone
o Travel and Transportation
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Modern Languages Level III
Typical Level III students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 3:
o Express needs and desires. (MLIII.1A)
o Share feelings and emotions. (MLIII.1B)
o Exchange opinions and preferences. (MLIII.1C)
o Give detailed descriptions. (MLIII.1D)
o Give and follow detailed directions and instructions. (MLIII.1E)
o Ask questions and provide responses based on suggested topics.
(MLIII.1F)
o Participate in an oral or written exchange reflecting the present.
(MLIII.2A)
o Begin to participate in an oral or written exchange reflecting the
future and past. (MLIII.2B)
o Exchange information using suggested topics. (MLIII.2C)
o Use paraphrasing, circumlocution, and body language. (MLIII.2D)
o Begin to self-correct. (MLIII.2E)
o Demonstrate Novice-High to Intermediate-Low proficiency in oral and
written exchanges. (MLIII.2F)
o Identify main ideas and supporting details when reading and listening.
(MLIII.3A)
o Understand culturally authentic materials and information. (MLIII.3B)
o Comprehend and react to current events and issues. (MLIII.3C)
o Follow instructions given in the target language. (MLIII.3D)
o Begin to understand simple connected discourse. (MLIII.3E)
o Demonstrate Novice-High to Intermediate-Low proficiency in listening,
viewing and reading comprehension. (MLIII.3F)
o Summarize and communicate main ideas and supporting details in
presentations. (MLIII.4A)
o Produce brief oral presentations in the present with increasing
accuracy. (MLIII.4B)
o Write short, organized compositions in the present. (MLIII.4C)
o Begin to prepare presentations in the past and future. (MLIII.4D)
o Demonstrate Novice-Mid to Intermediate-Low proficiency when presenting
material. (MLIII.4E)
o Prepare and present culturally authentic poetry, skits, or stories
(MLIII.5A)
o Prepare and present original essays, poetry, skits, or stories.
(MLIII.5B)
o Participate in real or simulated cultural events. (MLIII.6A)
o Identify patterns of typical cultural behavior. (MLIII.6B)
o Investigate the role of geography on history. (MLIII.6C)
o Understand the role of major contemporary and historical figures and
events. (MLIII.7A)
o Relate topics studied in other subject areas to those of the target
language. (MLIII.7B)
o Recognize distinctive viewpoints of people in target language
countries. (MLIII.7C)
o Discuss the interrelationships of the target language cultures and
students' own cultures. (MLIII.8A)
o Compare and contrast social conventions. (MLIII.8B)
o Compare cultural aspects of target language and students' own culture.
(MLIII.8C)
o Demonstrate understanding that language and meaning do not transfer
directly. (MLIII.9A)
o Demonstrate understanding of how target language and English differ in
various ways. (MLIII.9B)
o Extend language skills and cultural knowledge through various means.
(MLIII.10A)
o Locate and use community and Internet resources in the target
language. (MLIII.10B)
Suggested Themes for Level 3 and 4:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Level 1 and 2 Themes
o Career and Business
o Communities
o Fashion
o Future Goals and Expectations
o Geography and Map Skills
o Health and Fitness
o Leisure
o Media and Technology
o Medical and Dental
o Pop Culture
o Relationships
o Shopping
o Survival Skills
o Travel and Transportation
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Level IV in the Modern Languages
Typical Level IV students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 4:
o Express needs and desires. (MLIV.1A)
o Share emotions and preferences. (MLIV.1B)
o Elicit and express opinions and other information. (MLIV.1C)
o Exchange personal reactions to information related to the target
culture. (MLIV.1D)
o Participate in extended oral or written exchanges reflecting the
present. (MLIV.2A)
o Participate in an oral or written exchange reflecting the future and
past. (MLIV.2B)
o Exchange ideas clearly. (MLIV.2C)
o Use paraphrasing, circumlocution, body language, and other creative
means. (MLIV.2D)
o Use self-correction. (MLIV.2E)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency in oral
and written exchanges. (MLIV.2F)
o Identify main ideas, supporting details, and various elements when
reading and listening. (MLIV.3A)
o Understand some subtleties in culturally authentic materials and
information. (MLIV.3B)
o Comprehend and react to current events and issues. (MLIV.3C)
o Understand simple connected discourse. (MLIV.3D)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency in
listening, viewing and reading comprehension. (MLIV.3E)
o Summarize and communicate main ideas and supporting details in
presentations. (MLIV.4A)
o Produce brief oral presentations in the present with minimal errors.
(MLIV.4B)
o Write short, organized compositions in the present with minimal
errors. (MLIV.4C)
o Give presentations in the past and future. (MLIV.4D)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency when
presenting material. (MLIV.4E)
o Prepare and present culturally authentic poetry, skits, or stories
(MLIV.5A)
o Prepare and present original essays, poetry, skits, or stories.
(MLIV.5B)
o Participate in real or simulated cultural events. (MLIV.6A)
o Analyze and discuss patterns of typical cultural behavior. (MLIV.6B)
o Research and report on history and development of the target culture(s).
(MLIV.6C)
o Analyze the role of major contemporary and historical figures and
events. (MLIV.7A)
o Identify and discuss how topics studied in other subject areas relate
to those of the target language. (MLIV.7B)
o Discuss distinctive viewpoints of people in target language countries.
(MLIV.7C)
o Discuss the interrelationships of the target language cultures and
students' own cultures. (MLIV.8A)
o Discuss how members of the target culture(s) view the United States.
(MLIV.8B)
o Recognize and discuss cultural differences of target language
culture(s). (MLIV.8C)
o Recognize basic linguistic differences between target language
countries and regions. (MLIV.9A)
o Compare linguistic elements of the target language and English.
(MLIV.9B)
o Discuss information acquired through various media. (MLIV.10A)
o Locate and use community and Internet resources in the target
language. (MLIV.10B)
Suggested Themes for Level 3 and 4:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Level 1 and 2 Themes
o Career and Business
o Communities
o Fashion
o Future Goals and Expectations
o Geography and Map Skills
o Health and Fitness
o Leisure
o Media and Technology
o Medical and Dental
o Pop Culture
o Relationships
o Shopping
o Travel and Transportation
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Modern Languages Level V
Typical Level V students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency. The
following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that the
Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 5:
o Express needs and desires. (MLV.1A)
o Relate personal information. (MLV.1B)
o Elicit and express opinions, preferences and other topical
information. (MLV.1C)
o Exchange personal reactions to information related to the target
culture. (MLV.1D)
o Participate in extended oral or written exchanges reflecting the
present. (MLV.2A)
o Participate in sustained oral or written exchanges reflecting the
future and past. (MLV.2B)
o Exchange ideas clearly. (MLV.2C)
o Use more effective paraphrasing, circumlocution, body language, and
other creative means. (MLV.2D)
o Use more effective self-correction. (MLV.2E)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency in oral
and written exchanges. (MLV.2F)
o Understand subtleties in level-appropriate works. (MLV.3A)
o Comprehend and react to contemporary, historical, and literary events
and issues. (MLV.3B)
o Comprehend literature. (MLV.3C)
o Understand connected discourse. (MLV.3D)
o Understand and react to telephone conversations and some deliberate
speech. (MLV.3E)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Mid to Intermediate-High proficiency in
listening, viewing and reading comprehension. (MLV.3F)
o Summarize and outline main ideas and supporting details from authentic
materials. (MLV.4A)
o Create oral and written presentations in the present with minimal
errors. (MLV.4B)
o With advanced preparation, create oral and written presentations in
the past and future. (MLV.4C)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency when
presenting material. (MLV.4D)
o Produce well-organized presentations. (MLV.5A)
o Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal presentational techniques.
(MLV.5B)
o Research and report on a literary figure, period or genre. (MLV.5C)
o Research, plan, and participate in cultural events. (MLV.6A)
o Analyze and differentiate patterns of typical cultural behavior.
(MLV.6B)
o Research and report on contemporary or historical figures and events.
(MLV.6C)
o Express opinions about the role of major contemporary and historical
figures and events. (MLV.7A)
o Analyze and discuss how topics studied in other subject areas relate
to those in the target language. (MLV.7B)
o Research and discuss distinctive viewpoints of people in target
language countries. (MLV.7C) o Discuss the interrelationships of the
target language cultures and students' own cultures. (MLV.8A)
o Discuss and analyze local, regional, and national differences in the
countries of target language culture(s). (MLV.8B)
o Differentiate linguistic differences between target language countries
and regions. (MLV.9A)
o Compare linguistic elements of the target language and English.
(MLV.9B)
o Organize and present information acquired through the media. (MLV.10A)
o Apply interpreting skills. (MLV.10B)
o Augment cultural and linguistic skills through contact with community
or Internet resources. (MLV.10C)
Suggested Themes for Level 5 and 6:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Themes from Levels 1 through 4
o Contemporary Figures
o Cultural Nuances (Customs, Regional Differences, Perspectives, Etc.)
o Current Events
o Historical Events and Periods
o Historical Figures
o Impact and Influence of Technology on Society
o Literary Figures
o Literary Genres and Works
o Literature
o Sports and Entertainment Figures
o World Views
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Level VI in the Modern Languages
Typical Level VI students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 6:
o React to more complex social situations. (MLVI.1A)
o Express and elicit personal views and opinions. (MLVI.1B)
o Discuss and react to historical and literary events and issues.
(MLVI.1C)
o Participate in extended oral and written activities reflecting the
past, present, and future. (MLVI.2A)
o Participate in sustained oral and written activities expressing
hypothetical outcomes. (MLVI.2B)
o Use effective paraphrasing, circumlocution, body language, and other
creative means to convey and comprehend messages. (MLVI.2C)
o Use effective self-correction techniques. (MLVI.2D)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High proficiency in oral
and written exchanges. (MLVI.2E)
o Understand subtleties of meaning in a variety of level appropriate
works. (MLVI.3A)
o Demonstrate comprehension of current and historical events. (MLVI.3B)
o Demonstrate comprehension of literature. (MLVI.3C)
o Understand connected discourse in the target language. (MLVI.3D)
o Show understanding of extended conversation and speech. (MLVI.3E)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Mid to Intermediate-High proficiency in
listening, viewing and reading comprehension. (MLVI.3F)
o Summarize and outline main ideas and supporting details from authentic
materials. (MLVI.4A)
o Create oral and written presentations in the past, present, and future
with minimal errors. (MLVI.4B)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-Mid proficiency in oral
and written presentations. (MLVI.4C)
o Produce well-organized presentations appropriate to audience and
purpose. (MLVI.5A)
o Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal presentational techniques.
(MLVI.5B)
o Research and report on a literary figure, period, or genre. (MLVI.5C)
o Research and report on a current or historical event or person.
(MLVI.5D)
o Research, plan and participate in cultural events. (MLVI.6A)
o Analyze and differentiate between cultural patterns of behavior.
(MLVI.6B)
o Research contemporary or historical events and issues. (MLVI.6C)
o Recognize target culture influences in the products and practices of
the culture. (MLVI.6D)
o Express opinions about the role of major contemporary and historical
figures and events. (MLVI.7A)
o Express opinions about literary works or figures. (MLVI.7B)
o Analyze and discuss how topics in other subject areas relate to the
target language class. (MLVI.7C)
o Research, discuss, and evaluate how cultural perspectives are
reflected in practices and products. (MLVI.7D)
o Assess the influences of current and historical events on the
relationships between students' own culture and target culture(s).
(MLVI.8A)
o Analyze and explain local, regional, and national differences in
target countries. (MLVI.8B)
o Examine regional differences in pronunciation, vocabulary and
colloquialism. (MLVI.9A)
o Compare linguistic elements of the target language and English.
(MLVI.9B)
o Organize and present information acquired through the use of media,
entertainment, and technology. (MLVI.10A)
o Apply interpreting skills to oral and written presentations.
(MLVI.10B)
o Supplement cultural knowledge and linguistic skills through community
and Internet resources. (MLVI.10C)
Suggested Themes for Level 5 and 6:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Themes from Levels 1 through 4
o Contemporary Figures
o Cultural Nuances (Customs, Regional Differences, Perspectives, Etc.)
o Current Events
o Historical Events and Periods
o Historical Figures
o Impact and Influence of Technology on Society
o Literary Figures
o Literary Genres and Works
o Literature
o Sports and Entertainment Figures
o World Views
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Level VII in the Modern Languages
Typical Level VII students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 7:
o Define and discuss social and political issues. (MLVII.1A)
o Analyze and defend social views and opinions. (MLVII.1B)
o Analyze and defend political views and opinions. (MLVII.1C)
o Analyze and propose solutions related to the environment. (MLVII.1D)
o Interpret and critique various aspects of the arts. (MLVII.1E)
o Participate in extended oral and written activities reflecting the
past, present, and future. (MLVII.2A)
o Participate in sustained oral and written activities expressing
hypothetical outcomes. (MLVII.2B)
o Use effective paraphrasing, circumlocution, body language,
colloquialisms, and idiomatic expressions to convey and comprehend
messages. (MLVII.2C)
o Use effective self-correction techniques. (MLVII.2D)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High proficiency in oral
and written exchanges. (MLVII.2E)
o Recognize and discriminate subtleties of meaning in a variety of level
appropriate works. (MLVII.3A)
o Demonstrate comprehension of social, political, and environmental
issues. (MLVII.3B)
o Exhibit understanding of spoken and written texts related to the arts.
(MLVII.3C)
o Understand connected discourse in the target language. (MLVII.3D)
o Show understanding of extended conversation and speech. (MLVII.3E)
o Begin to demonstrate an awareness of tone, style and author
perspective. (MLVII.3F)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Mid to Intermediate-High proficiency in
listening, viewing and reading comprehension. (MLVII.3G)
o Summarize and outline main ideas and supporting details from authentic
materials. (MLVII.4A)
o Create oral and written presentations in the past, present, and future
with a high degree of accuracy. (MLVII.4B)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High proficiency in oral
and written presentations. (MLVII.4C)
o Produce organized presentations appropriate to audience and purpose.
(MLVII.5A)
o Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal presentational techniques.
(MLVII.5B)
o Participate in debates and deliver extemporaneous speeches. (MLVII.5C)
o Research and report on a figure, period, or genre of the arts.
(MLVII.5D)
o Research and report on an event or person related to social,
political, or environmental issues. (MLVII.5E)
o Research, plan and participate in cultural events related to the arts.
(MLVII.6A)
o Research, plan and participate in cultural events related to the
social, political, or environmental issues. (MLVII.6B)
o Recognize target culture influences in the products and practices of
the culture. (MLVII.6C)
o Share opinions about the role of major figures and events related to
social, political, and environmental issues. (MLVII.7A)
o Share opinions about works or figures related to the arts. (MLVII.7B)
o Analyze and discuss how topics in other subject areas relate to the
target language class. (MLVII.7C)
o Research, discuss, and evaluate how cultural perspectives are
reflected in practices and products. (MLVII.7D)
o Assess the influences of social, political, and environmental issues
on the relationships between students' own culture and target culture(s).
(MLVII.8A)
o Identify the influences of the arts on culture. (MLVII.8B)
o Analyze and explain local, regional, and national differences in
target countries. (MLVII.8C)
o Examine regional differences in pronunciation, vocabulary and
colloquialism. (MLVII.9A)
o Compare linguistic elements of the target language and English.
(MLVII.9B)
o Organize and present information acquired through the use of media,
entertainment, and technology. (MLVII.10A)
o Apply interpreting skills to oral and written presentations.
(MLVII.10B)
o Compare and contrast literary texts. (MLVII.10C)
o Supplement cultural knowledge and linguistic skills through community
and Internet resources. (MLVII.10D)
Suggested Themes for Level 7 and 8:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Themes from Levels 1 through 6
o Arts (including Architecture, Film, Literature, Music, Works of Art,
Etc.)
o Cuisine
o Economics and Stock Market
o Education Systems
o Environmental Issues
o Fairy Tales and Folklore
o Government and Politics
o Immigration and Emigration
o Philosophy and Religion
o Proverbs and Colloquialisms
o Regionalism (Dialects, Products, Etc.)
o Social Issues
o Stereotypes
o Traditions
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Skills and Suggested Themes for Modern Languages Level VIII
Typical Level VIII students will exhibit varying levels of proficiency.
The following lists should serve as a guide for instruction. Note that
the Skills Developed List is referenced to the QCC Curriculum Standards,
which may be used for further clarification. Local curriculum may vary
with respect to topics listed.
Skills developed in Level 8:
o Define and discuss philosophical issues. (MLVIII.1A)
o Analyze and defend social views and opinions. (MLVIII.1B)
o Define and discuss aspects of regionalism. (MLVIII.1C)
o Recognize and discuss the role of tradition in society. (MLVIII.1D)
o Participate in extended oral and written activities reflecting the
past, present, and future. (MLVIII.2A)
o Participate in sustained oral and written activities expressing
hypothetical outcomes. (MLVIII.2B)
o Use effective paraphrasing, circumlocution, body language,
colloquialisms, and idiomatic expressions to convey and comprehend
messages. (MLVIII.2C)
o Use effective self-correction techniques. (MLVIII.2D)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High proficiency in oral
and written exchanges. (MLVIII.2E)
o Recognize and discriminate subtleties of meaning in a variety of level
appropriate works. (MLVIII.3A)
o Demonstrate comprehension of philosophical and social issues.
(MLVIII.3B)
o Exhibit understanding of spoken and written texts related to the
regionalisms and traditions. (MLVIII.3C)
o Understand connected discourse in the target language. (MLVIII.3D)
o Show understanding of extended conversation and speech. (MLVIII.3E)
o Demonstrate an awareness of tone, style and author perspective (MLVIII
3 F)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Mid to Intermediate-High proficiency in
listening, viewing and reading comprehension. (MLVIII.3G)
o Summarize and outline main ideas and supporting details from authentic
materials. (MLVIII.4A) o Create oral and written presentations in the
past, present, and future with a high degree of accuracy. (MLVIII.4B)
o Demonstrate Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High proficiency in oral
and written presentations. (MLVIII.4C)
o Produce organized presentations appropriate to audience and purpose.
(MLVIII.5A)
o Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal presentational techniques.
(MLVIII.5B)
o Participate in debates and deliver extemporaneous speeches.
(MLVIII.5C)
o Research and report on a regional aspect or tradition. (MLVIII.5D)
o Research and report on an event, idea, or person related to social or
philosophical issues. (MLVIII.5E)
o Research, plan, and participate in cultural events related to
regionalisms or traditions. (MLVIII.6A)
o Research, plan and participate in cultural events related to the
social or philosophical issues. (MLVIII.6B)
o Recognize target culture influences in the products and practices of
the culture. (MLVIII.6C)
o Share opinions about the role of major figures and events related to
social and philosophical issues. (MLVIII.7A)
o Share opinions about works or figures related to regionalisms and
traditions. (MLVIII.7B)
o Analyze and discuss how topics in other subject areas relate to the
target language class. (MLVIII.7C)
o Research, discuss, and evaluate how cultural perspectives are
reflected in practices and products. (MLVIII.7D)
o Assess the influences of social and philosophical issues on the
relationships between students' own culture and target culture(s).
(MLVIII.8A)
o Identify the influences of regionalisms and traditions between
students' own culture and target culture(s). (MLVIII.8B)
o Analyze and explain local, regional, and national differences in
target countries. (MLVIII.8C)
o Examine regional differences in pronunciation, vocabulary and
colloquialism. (MLVIII.9A)
o Compare linguistic elements of the target language and English.
(MLVIII.9B)
o Organize and present information acquired through the use of media,
entertainment, and technology. (MLVIII.10A)
o Apply interpreting skills to oral and written presentations.
(MLVIII.10B)
o Compare and contrast literary texts. (MLVIII.10C)
o Supplement cultural knowledge and linguistic skills through community
and Internet resources. (MLVIII.10D)
Suggested Themes for Level 7 and 8:
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate themes from previous levels. The
degree of depth of instruction depends upon student ability and
interest.
o All Themes from Levels 1 through 6
o Arts (including Architecture, Film, Literature, Music, Works of Art,
Etc.)
o Cuisine
o Economics and Stock Market
o Education Systems
o Environmental Issues
o Fairy Tales and Folklore
o Government and Politics
o Immigration and Emigration
o Philosophy and Religion
o Proverbs and Colloquialisms
o Regionalism (Dialects, Products, Etc.)
o Social Issues o
o Stereotypes
o Traditions
Georgia Department of Education
Kathy Cox, State Superintendent of Schools
1/17/03 3:44 PM Page 92 of 110
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