Ala. Admin. Code r. 290-3-3-.32

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 290-3-3-.32 - World Languages (Grades 6-12)

(1)Rationale. The main goals of these standards are to ensure that candidates develop communicative language competence and an awareness of the cultural practices, perspectives, and products of the target culture; use Alabama and national standards to design instruction and assessments based on language acquisition theories; and take advantage of professional development opportunities such as involvement in professional organizations, travel and study opportunities, and the advocacy for learning world languages. The standards were developed using the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Program Standards for the Preparation of Foreign Language Teachers and the current Alabama Course of Study: World Languages. These standards build upon the Alabama Core Teaching Standards.

(2)Program Curriculum. In addition to meeting Rules 290-3-3-.03(6)(a)1. -4., 290-3-3-.03(6)(e)1.(i) -(iii) and 2.(i)-(iii), 290-3-3-.04, 290-3-3-.05, and 290-3-3-.14, the teaching field shall require an academic major of at least 30 semester hours of credit with at least 18 semester hours of upper-division credit in a single language other than English. Additional information is provided in the definition for academic major in Rule 290-3-3-.01(2).

(a)Language Proficiency: Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational. Candidates possess a high level of proficiency in the target language they will teach. They demonstrate the ability to:

1. Speak in the interpersonal mode of communication at a minimum level of "Advanced Low" or "Intermediate High" (for Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) on the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) according to the target language being taught.

2. Interpret oral, printed, and video texts by demonstrating both literal and figurative or symbolic comprehension.

3. Present oral and written information to audiences of listeners or readers, using language at a minimum level of "Advanced Low" or "Intermediate High" according to the target language being taught.

(b)Cultures, Linguistics, Literature, and Concepts from Other Disciplines. Candidates demonstrate understanding of the multiple content areas that comprise the field of world language studies. They:

1. Demonstrate target cultural understandings and compare cultures through perspectives, products, and practices of those cultures.

2. Demonstrate understanding of linguistics and the changing nature of language and compare language systems.

3. Demonstrate understanding of texts on literary and cultural themes as well as interdisciplinary topics.

(c)Language Acquisition Theories and Knowledge of Students and Their Needs. Candidates:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of key principles of language acquisition and create linguistically and culturally rich learning environments.

2. Demonstrate an understanding of child development to create a supportive learning environment for each student.

(d)Integration of Standards in Planning and Instruction. Candidates:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and Alabama standards and use them as the basis for instructional planning.

2. Integrate the goal areas of the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and Alabama standards in their classroom practice.

3. Use the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and Alabama standards to select and integrate authentic texts, use technology, and adapt and create instructional materials for use in communication.

(e)Assessment of Languages and Cultures - Impact on Student Learning. Candidates:

1. Design and use ongoing performance assessments using a variety of assessment models for all learners, including diverse students.

2. Reflect on and analyze the results of student assessments, adjust instruction accordingly, and use data to inform and strengthen subsequent instruction.

3. Interpret and report the results of student performances to all stakeholders in the community, with particular emphasis on building student responsibility for their own learning.

(f)Professional Development, Advocacy, and Ethics. Candidates:

1. Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities that strengthen their own linguistic, cultural and pedagogical competence and promote reflection on practice.

2. Articulate the role and value of languages and cultures in preparing all students to interact in the global community of the 21^st century through collaboration and advocacy with all stakeholders.

3. Use inquiry and reflection to understand and explain the opportunities and responsibilities inherent in being a professional language educator and demonstrate a commitment to equitable and ethical interactions with all students, colleagues and other stakeholders.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 290-3-3-.32

New Rule: December 19, 1978. Amended: Filed December 13, 1990; effective February 1, 1991. Repealed and Replaced: Filed January 9, 1997; effective February 13, 1997; operative July 1, 1997. Repealed and New Rule: Filed September 11, 2003; effective October 16, 2003. Repealed and New Rule: Filed July 13, 2004; effective August 17, 2004. Repealed and New Rule: April 14, 2005; effective May 19, 2005. Repealed and New Rule: Filed August 6, 2007; effective September 10, 2007.

Amended by Alabama Administrative Monthly Volume XXXIII, Issue No. 11, August 31, 2015, eff. 9/17/2015.

Amended by Alabama Administrative Monthly Volume XXXVI, Issue No. 12, September 28, 2018, eff. 10/28/2018; operative 6/1/2019.

Amended by Alabama Administrative Monthly Volume XXXIX, Issue No. 11, August 31, 2021, eff. 10/15/2021.

Previous Rule.11 was renumbered.32 per certification published August 31, 2021; effective October 15, 2021.

Author: Dr. Thomas R. Bice

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 16-3-16, 16-23-14.