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Understanding Factors that Contribute to Test Scores

Most teachers want to know what caused one student to score one way and another student to score another way. When it comes to AAPPL testing, the story is no different. Here are a few common scenarios that tend to stimulate this question and ways you can address them. Contact Us Today For More Information

It’s September. Do You Know Where Your Learners Are? Six Benefits of Testing with the AAPPL at the Start of the School Year

As another school year approaches, educators everywhere are preparing to welcome a new cohort of learners. With the excitement of fresh beginnings, it’s essential to understand where each learner stands in their language proficiency journey. This insight is critical for tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and fostering growth throughout the academic year. Contact Us […]

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Celebrating Multilingualism: A Recap of the First Seal of Biliteracy Summit

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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Announcing the 2024 LTI Seal of Biliteracy Scholarship Award Winners

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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Turning Obstacles into Opportunities: The Story of José Nieves Roman

Jose taking the AAPPL on his Braille machine

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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Are You Truly Assessing Proficiency? Revised ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.

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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Let the Data Show You the Way

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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Harnessing Data in DLI Programs to Build Confidence and Sustainability

Measuring and reporting on student progress in Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs can be critical to maintain funding and program sustainability. But how do you know what to measure or what assessment is right for DLI learners? Nationally, language programs are focusing on proficiency, or the ability to use language in real-world, unrehearsed settings. Choosing […]

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Leveraging Language as an Employability Asset in Career and Technical Education

The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) announced February is CTE Month (https://www.acteonline.org/why-cte/cte-awareness/cte-month/), and one technical school in Pennsylvania is launching an innovative credentialing initiative to kick the month off with style.

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Picking the AAPPL: How We Chose It and Five-Year Update

Five years ago, we became an early adopter of the Ohio Seal of Biliteracy, a prestigious award for our high school students who demonstrate a high level of proficiency in at least two languages. We envisioned the Seal as a way to honor our highest performing world language students, as well as to honor and […]

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