The-Essentials-of-World-Languages-Grades-K12-Effective-Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment-Priorities-in-Practice

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The Essentials of World Languages, Grades K-12: Effective
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (Priorities in
Practice)
Sinopsis :
We live in a global community, and to be a full member of this
community often requires speaking more than one language.
Educators and policymakers must ask themselves: What does
it mean to view language learning not as an elective but as a
necessity for communicating and interacting with people
around the world?The Essentials of World Languages, Grades
K-12 answers this question and many more as it shows us*
Why world languages must be positioned as an essential part
of a balanced curriculum and why the time is right for
implementing change.* When language instruction should
begin and how language instruction should be delivered and
assessed.* How to redefine the role of the teacher and

curriculum coordinator in language learning.* How to set
realistic expectations for students' second-language
proficiency.* How to design curriculum using assessment
targets.Packed with information about major trends and issues
in world language education, this book offers valuable
curriculum resources to help educators design and implement
flexible language programs that prepare children to live and
work in an interconnected, global culture.