Certify Your Language Skills Today In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate across cultures is not just a desirable skill—it’s a necessity. As businesses expand their reach globally, the demand for multilingual professionals continues to grow. In its 2023 “The Future of Jobs” report, the World Economic Forum identified multilingualism and global citizenship in […]
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Hello, fellow linguists! You know that, as language educators, our mission extends beyond vapid vocabulary lists and gummed up grammar rules; ideally, we want to open the doors to global citizenship and cultural competence for our students. We want them to catch whatever bug we caught, so long ago, that got us hooked onto travel, […]
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On June 24-25, 2024, the US Department of Education’s Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA) held its first Seal of Biliteracy Summit. In a spirited gathering of great minds and passionate professionals, the summit welcomed nearly 200 participants, including researchers, practitioners, educators, students, and policy makers.
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The LTI Seal of Biliteracy Achievement Scholarship celebrates students who have achieved the Seal in their state and stand out for their excellence in biliteracy. LTI received over 130 submissions – congratulations to all the students and teachers who made scholarship submissions this year. It’s exciting to hear your stories and share in your passion […]
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On June 3, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Labor, hosted an invite-only summit in Washington, DC, focused on creating pathways to well-paid careers not necessarily requiring a four-year college degree. The event, part of the Unlocking Pathways Summit series, […]
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We thank Catherine Ragozzino, Multilingual Instructional Coach for Secondary Schools at Meriden Public Schools, for sharing José’s inspiring story with us. José Nieves Roman was born in Isabella, Puerto Rico. He has been legally blind since birth.
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ACTFL has announced the release of the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines 2024, representing a significant milestone in language assessment standards. Aligned with key language learning standards and resources, such as World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, the ACTFL Performance Descriptors for Language Learners, and the NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements, the Guidelines enhance clarity and accessibility, empowering educators and learners alike. Read ACTFL’s […]
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In today’s globalized economy, the ability to communicate in multiple languages is an increasingly valuable asset in the job market. Yet, the importance of multilingualism in Career and Technical Education (CTE) is often overlooked. Thankfully, forward-thinking initiatives like the one led by Executive Director Dr. Michael Herrera at Upper Bucks County Technical School (UBCTS) in […]
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California is embracing the challenge of preparing its students to thrive in a globalized society through the Global California 2030 initiative. This ambitious mission “is to equip students with world language skills to better appreciate and more fully engage with the rich and diverse mixture of cultures, heritages, and languages found in California and the […]
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Dr. Rubio is a nationally recognized world language scholar who has published extensively on the topic of dual language immersion teaching and learning. In 2023, Dr. Rubio joined the faculty of Yale University as the new Director of the Center for Language Study. Prior to that, Dr. Rubio served as a Professor of Spanish Linguistics […]
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