WL17.WL.NMP.2b
Identify cognates.
Identify cognates.
Identify cognates.
Categorize vocabulary in predictable topic areas.
Differentiate among statements, questions, and exclamations.
Presentational Mode
Present material in oral and written form.
Present information about selves using a variety of words and phrases.
Write about daily activities.
Create posters on familiar topics.
Cultures
Investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship among the products, practices, and perspectives of the target cultures.
Name practices observed in festivals, holidays, or daily life.
Identify landmarks and symbols of the target culture.
Identify similarities and differences between the target and home cultures.
Describe tangible products from the target culture.
Connections
Link target language and other subject areas to acquire information and begin to develop diverse cultural perspectives.
Acquire vocabulary related to age-appropriate school content.
Comparisons
Investigate, analyze, and reflect on similarities and differences between the target and native languages.
Identify cognates and hypothesize about why languages might need to borrow words.
Compare word order of native and target languages.
Compare patterns of spoken communication such as intonation and pronunciation.
Investigate, analyze, and reflect on similarities and differences between the target and native cultures.
Compare and contrast intangible products of the native and target cultures.
Examples: Songs, rhymes, folktales
Analyze the daily routines and celebrations (holidays) of the native and target cultures.
Observe and identify cultural patterns of meal times.
Communities
Acquire the ability to interact in the target culture beyond the classroom and set goals for life-long learning.
Examples: Interact with speakers of the target language.
Attend or use media to view cultural events in the target culture.
Consider realistic and responsible use of media to further target language learning.
Novice High Proficiency Range
Communication
Interpersonal Mode
Exchange simple spoken and written information in the target language, utilizing cultural references where appropriate.
Communicate and exchange information on familiar topics using simple sentences.
Engage in short social interactions with peers.
Exchange some personal information with peers.