“What are you going to do with that?” has become an almost inevitable question for students studying world languages. Traditionally, the assumption has long been that language learning is enriching, but not necessarily practical; culturally valuable but not career oriented. Recent labor market data tells a different story.
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Choosing a language assessment is an important decision. The right test can help educators understand what learners can do, guide instruction, support program goals, and give students meaningful evidence of their language proficiency. As schools prepare for a new academic year, here are several questions to consider when selecting a language assessment.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) technology has enhanced language learning, providing customized, interactive experiences and real-time feedback. The best AI tools for language learning help you expand your vocabulary, memorize useful phrases, and practice your conversational skills in lifelike scenarios.
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An FAQ for Educators, Administrators, and Assessment Leaders about the Machine Scoring System for the Spanish AAPPL Presentational Writing and Interpersonal Listening and Speaking As AI becomes more visible in education, machine scoring is gaining attention in language assessment. But one fact is often overlooked: not all automated scoring systems are built with the same […]
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Announcing the Recipients of the 2026 LTI Seal of Biliteracy Achievement Scholarship Each year, Language Testing International® (LTI) proudly recognizes outstanding Seal of Biliteracy recipients through the LTI Seal of Biliteracy Achievement Scholarship. The scholarship celebrates students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to language learning and who use their multilingual skills to build connections, serve […]
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Schools Need More Than Privacy Claims from EdTech Providers As schools continue expanding their use of digital learning tools and online assessments, one question is becoming impossible to ignore: How do educators know which platforms truly protect student privacy? That question is especially important when younger learners are involved. Schools are increasingly expected to evaluate […]
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Note: This article was written based on a recorded interview with Dr. Lucia Osa-Melero, Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Hispanic Studies at Duquesne University. It was more than fifteen years ago when a simple question sparked what would become a transformative partnership at Duquesne University: Could nursing students take an elective in […]
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What is Perkins V? Perkins V (officially Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act) provides federal funding to states and local school districts to strengthen career and technical education (CTE). The legislation emphasizes raising both academic and technical outcomes for CTE students, improving alignment between secondary and postsecondary education, and increasing accountability. Through Perkins V, states and […]
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It is essential for school administrators and educators to provide learners with the best educational opportunities. Understanding your state’s unique guidelines and eligibility criteria ensures students take the right assessments to complete the requirements for the Seal of Biliteracy. For high school students who have achieved proficiency in English and at least one other language upon graduation, […]
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Across secondary and postsecondary education, world language programs are grappling with a familiar challenge: helping students understand what they can actually do with the language they are learning, and why it matters. Student feedback across a range of standardized assessments has surfaced recurring themes. Learners have signaled uncertainty about expectations, uneven confidence in their skills, […]
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