Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit Arkansas Foreign Languages Curriculum Frameworks Presented by Dr. Tracy Tucker, Director of Curriculum and Instruction and John I. “Don” Kaminar, Foreign Languages Specialist Arkansas Department of Education

Curriculum and Instruction Unit 2 Presentation Objectives To review the framework revision process Purposes of the revision process Reference documents Revision committee composition Revision and adoption procedures To orient viewers to The new Arkansas Foreign Languages Curriculum Frameworks The Arkansas Foreign Languages Wiki The Arkansas World Language STEM Resources Page

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 3 Presentation Objectives To introduce the newly revised frameworks for Foreign Languages Grade-specific frameworks Design and format of the revised framework Curriculum flow from grade level to grade level To explain Courses and course code numbers Gaining approval to teach grade 9-12 courses in grades7-8 Process for adding new language courses

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 4 Framework Revision Process

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 5 Purposes of the Framework Revision Process Ensure the Arkansas frameworks are aligned with Recent research in the field Current national standards Common Core State Standards Obtain input from Arkansas educators Ensure appropriate scaffolding and increasing rigor Fulfill legislative and regulatory requirements

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 6 Specific Elements Examined Content coverage and rigor Developmental appropriateness Coherence and progression Specificity and clarity Alignment with recognized standards

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 7 Revision Process Requirements by Arkansas Law Analyze content standards from other states Other U.S. states and territories Other English-speaking countries Common European Reference Framework for Languages Evaluate and use standards of the profession ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines ACTFL Performance Indicators ACTFL Common Core Alignment Consider recommendations of nationally recognized experts Review feedback from educator and workforce surveys

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 8 Arkansas Standards for Accreditation Committee shall consist of teachers and instructional supervisory personnel from public schools and higher education Schools shall use curriculum frameworks to plan instruction.

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 9 Framework Committee Tasks Develop revisions to current frameworks Ensure appropriate progression and rigor Clarify Student Learning Expectations Align to national standards and Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Consider input from appropriate sources Other state and national standards and CCSS Results of educator and employer surveys Implications of current research Recommendations by experts

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 10 Committee Composition 36 members K-12 public school foreign language instructors Special education and curriculum specialists College-level foreign language faculty All five ACTAAP regions represented Urban, suburban, and rural districts Experience teaching seven languages

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 11 Revision Process Committee met two weeks in June-July 2013 Reviewed source documents Four subcommittees for specific frameworks Modern Languages Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers Latin K-8 Entire group critiqued final drafts ADE staff members facilitated all tasks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 12 Revision Process ADE staff performed finishing tasks Formatted all documents properly Proofread all drafts for grammar, spelling, accuracy, etc. Cross-referenced drafts to ensure consistency State Board of Education adopted new frameworks on December 16, 2013 New frameworks will be implemented statewide starting in fall 2014 Professional development will be conducted as needed during summer 2014

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 13 Orientation to the ADE Web Site How to Find The Arkansas Foreign Languages Curriculum Frameworks The Foreign Languages Wiki and The New World Languages STEM Resources Page

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 14 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 15 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 16 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 17 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 18 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 19 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 20 Finding the Frameworks

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 21 The Foreign Languages Wiki

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 22 World Languages STEM Page

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 23 World Languages STEM Page

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit Foreign Language Curriculum Framework Documents

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit Foreign Language Frameworks Reduce number of frameworks from 27 to 5 Facilitate addition of less commonly taught languages Consistent with ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and Performance Descriptors Aligned with Common Core State Standards

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 26 Why Are These Changes Significant?

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 27 From 27 Frameworks to 5 “Modern Languages” replaces language-specific documents Eliminates inconsistency among frameworks Consolidates “years” of study into one document Facilitates proficiency-focused instruction

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 28 Adding New Languages Allows for shift from traditional Euro-centric language focus Adding new languages no longer requires a new framework Uniform skill sets facilitate development of licensure programs

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 29 ACTFL-Consistent SLEs focus on action, not comprehension Emphasize interactive, presentational, and interpretive communication skills Performance descriptors ensure useful purpose of language Understanding the target culture is integral

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 30 CCSS Alignment CCSS connections shown in framework documents Feature “purposefulness” of language acquisition Promote development of literacy across disciplines Demonstrate how FL instruction supports other content areas

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 31 Why is CCSS Alignment Important? Four CCSS literacy strands = ACTFL skills CCSS interpretive skills are integral to language acquisition ACTFL stresses accessing both informational and literary texts – as do CCSS Increasing rigor of CCSS literacy standards mirrors ACTFL proficiency levels

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit Foreign Language Frameworks K-8 Framework Documents Foreign Language Acquisition Foreign Language Experiences High School Framework Documents Modern Languages I-IV Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers I-III Latin I-II

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 33 K-8 Foreign Language Curriculum Framework Documents K-8 Foreign Language Acquisition K-8 Foreign Language Experiences

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 34 Arkansas Standards for Accreditation Grades K Social Studies History and culture of Arkansas (a unit at each grade level with emphasis at grade 4), the nation, and the world (including foreign language experiences) Geography Economics Civic education Social sciences processes and skills

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 35 Arkansas Standards for Accreditation Grades Social Studies Geography Economics Civic education History and culture of Arkansas (a unit at grades 5 and 6, with emphasis at grade 5), the nation, and the world (including foreign language experiences)

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 36 K-8 Foreign Language Acquisition Intended for use in Foreign Language in Elementary Schools (FLES) programs Goal is for students to acquire foreign language proficiency Taught by licensed foreign language teacher Sliding language proficiency scale

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 37 K-8 Foreign Language Acquisition Allows for multiple entry points (i.e., any grade level) Focuses on interactive skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) Supports instruction for K-8 students as required by the Arkansas Standards for Accreditation

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 38 K-8 Foreign Language Experiences For use in K-8 schools with no FLES program Primary emphasis is on cultural awareness Goal is not development of communication skills Supports instruction for K-8 students as required by the Arkansas Standards for Accreditation

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 39 High School Foreign Language Curriculum Framework Documents Modern Languages I-IV Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers I-III Latin I-II

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 40 Modern Languages I-IV Replaces language-specific frameworks (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish) Eliminates inconsistency Recognizes theory and practice of language instruction Includes appendices that address specific languages Facilitates adding new language courses

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 41 Modern Languages I-IV Consolidates four years of study into one document Facilitates teaching for greater proficiency Enhances cooperation with other content areas Aligned to Common Core State Standards Informed by ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and Performance Descriptors

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 42 Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers I-III Literacy in L1 supports literacy in L2 Extensive review of Spanish-speaking cultures Intended to be conducted entirely in Spanish

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 43 Latin I-II Focus on Classical Latin vocabulary, grammar, and syntax Teaches applications, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking skills Includes close study of Greco-Roman culture

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 44 Navigating a Curriculum Framework Document

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 45

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 46 Administrative Information (Pages 1 - 2) Course Title Course/Unit Credit Course Code Teacher Licensure Grades (Level) Prerequisites Course Description Strands and Standards Notes

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 47 Administrative Information

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 48 Administrative Information

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 49 Student Learning Expectations Strand: Communication Content Standard 2: Students will interact by speaking and writing in the target language. (interpersonal) CMC.2.MLI.2 Engage in simple conversations using cultural conventions and social conventions courtesy phrases culturally appropriate greetings and farewells gestures introductions learned phrases idiomatic expressions

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 50 Student Learning Expectations Strand: Communication Content Standard 2: Students will interact by speaking and writing in the target language. (interpersonal) CMC.2.MLI.2 CMC=Communication (Strand) 2=Content Standard 2 MLI=Modern Languages I 2=Student Learning Expectation #2

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 51 S.L.E. Progression

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit vs Frameworks Spanish I (2007) Strand: Communication Standard: 2 Modern Languages I-IV (2013) Strand: Communication Standard: 2

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 53 Glossary

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 54 Exceptions Language SLE Exception Grouped by Year

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 55 Contributors

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 56 Course Codes and the Course Approval Process

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 57 Understanding Course Codes Each code is a 6-digit number Link for the Course Code Numbering System document: ces/Curriculum%20and%20Instruction/Smartcore%20Core/C ourse_Code_Numbering_System_2013_2014_ pdf ces/Curriculum%20and%20Instruction/Smartcore%20Core/C ourse_Code_Numbering_System_2013_2014_ pdf

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 58 Understanding Course Codes 1 st digit indicates COURSE level (area of standards being met) NOT the GRADE level Level 1 = Preschool or early childhood Level 2 = Kindergarten - Grade 4 Level 3 = Grades Level 4 = Grades Level 5 = Grades Level 6 = Grades 9 – 12

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 59 Understanding Course Codes 2 nd and 3 rd digits indicate different pieces of information: For Level 1 = low and high age For Levels 2 and 3 = Low and high grade For Level 4 = subject area (language) 4 th and 5 th digits are reserved for ADE use 6 th digit is normally 0

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 60 Understanding Course Codes Codes beginning with 97 or 99 are special cases 97 – special instructional programs 99 – non-academic activities and assignments 97 and 99 are NEVER used for core courses Codes beginning with 6, 97, or 99 Do NOT require ADE approval Cannot be used for State graduation requirements Cannot be used to calculate GPA for lottery scholarships

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 61 Understanding Course Codes Some Examples Three and/or Four Years Old Grade 1 Language Arts Mathematics Grade Physical Education and Leisure ADE Approved Chemistry Other Local Credit Instrumental Music Football/Basketball/Track Course LevelMin/Max Age ADE Use Local Use Min/Max Grade Subject Area

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 62 Foreign Language Course Codes Grades K = Kindergarten Foreign Language = K-4 Foreign Language = Grade 1 Foreign Language = Grade 2 Foreign Language = Grade 3 Foreign Language = Grade 4 Foreign Language = Foreign Language Grade 5-8 These courses may be taught without approval from ADE.

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 63 Foreign Language Course Codes High School YEARCHINESE (MANDARIN) FRENCHGERMANITALIANJAPANESERUSSIANSPANISH I II III IV These courses may be taught without approval from ADE.

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 64 Foreign Language Course Codes High School = Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers I = Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers II = Spanish for Heritage and Native Speakers III = Latin I = Latin II These courses may be taught without approval from ADE.

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 65 Foreign Language Course Codes Some Notes No course code for Foreign Language Experiences Some course codes exists for which there is no framework AP courses may be added without ADE approval

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 66 Obtaining ADE Course Approval A School or District needs a course approval from ADE when: The course is not included in: the approved Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks or the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum The school wants to give weighted credit for an honors course and/or concurrent credit course

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 67 Obtaining ADE Course Approval A School or District needs a course approval from ADE when: High school courses will be taught for credit in grades 5-8 A course approval is already on file with ADE, but the Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks are revised for that content area

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 68 Obtaining ADE Course Approval Read these rules before preparing request Standards for Accreditation of Arkansas Public Schools ADE Rules Governing Uniform Grading Scales for Public Secondary Schools and for Optimal use in Public Elementary Schools Discuss needs with principal/curriculum specialist

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 69 Obtaining ADE Course Approval Obtain paperwork or regulations required by your district when creating new courses Download or print the High School Course Approval Request Form or Course Approval Form to Teach a High School Course in Grades 5-8High School Course Approval Request FormCourse Approval Form to Teach a High School Course in Grades 5-8

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 70 Seven Items Required With Approval Request 1.Course outline - show specific connections to the appropriate curriculum framework and student learning expectations For adding a new language: Use Modern Languages Frameworks Attach an appendix of Exceptions for that language – same format as for Chinese, German, and Russian

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 71 Seven Items Required With Approval Request 2.List of instructional materials, teaching resources and equipment for the course 3.Description of targeted student population and a statement of any prerequisites for students enrolling in the course 4.Description of how the course will emphasize application, problem solving and higher-order thinking skills

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 72 Seven Items Required With Approval Request 5.Description of strategies to address diverse learner needs 6.Description or examples of assessments for the course 7.Description or examples of hands-on activities or labs done in the course

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 73 Obtaining ADE Course Approval Mail course approval request packet to: Arkansas Department of Education Attn: Dr. Tracy Tucker Four Capitol Mall, Room 301-B Little Rock, Arkansas Requests must be postmarked by May 1 Course approval committee reviews each request Possible responses: approval, disapproval, or request for further information Schools will be notified in writing of decision

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 74 After The Course Has Been Approved Expect an inspection by the ADE Standards Unit Keep a copy of the entire course approval application packet Develop lesson plans for every class session – and use them! Adapt the class for diverse learners – keep documentation

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 75 All courses shall be aligned with appropriate revised framework starting fall 2014 No approval is required for courses for which there is a curriculum framework (or listed in the Modern Languages framework, pg.1) ADE approval in advance is required for new courses Final Points

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 76 New languages require appendix of exceptions High school courses taught at grades 5-8 require ADE approval May 1 is the deadline for submissions Distance learning courses shall be aligned with the appropriate revised framework documents and may require ADE approval Final Points

Arkansas Department of Education Curriculum and Instruction Unit 77 Contact Information Curriculum and Instruction: Mr. Thomas Coy: or Course Codes and Mr. John Kaminar: or Curriculum and Framework Dr. Tracy Tucker: or

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