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Investing in Bilingualism: A Marker of Success for Schools Across the Country

Today, the ability to communicate in more than one language is not just an asset—it’s a necessity. For schools, investing in bilingualism and language proficiency is becoming a critical marker of success, as it prepares students for a globalized future. Understanding the immense benefits of second language acquisition and the importance of assessing language growth […]

Today’s Evolving and Diverse School Landscape Requires Bilingual Educators

Integrating bilingual teachers and counselors is vital for meeting the needs and demands of an increasingly diverse student population in the United States. As the education sector faces significant shifts and challenges related to teacher shortages and rising immigration, strategic recruitment and retention of bilingual educators must be a top priority. Contact Us Today to […]

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Bridging Language Gaps to Improve Academic Performance and Behavior

In today’s increasingly globalized world, educators need to teach students from diverse linguistic backgrounds. This is particularly evident in international schools where students often speak multiple languages at varying proficiency levels. At a school in the Middle East where I oversaw English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs (SEN), we observed a […]

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How ACTFL and LTI Are Leading the Charge in Language Testing

In a rapidly evolving world, staying ahead of the curve in education and assessment is crucial. As trusted partners in language proficiency testing, ACTFL and Language Testing International® (LTI) have continuously innovated to meet the needs of learners, educators, and employers alike. Our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology, coupled with extensive research, underscores how we […]

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Maximizing the Value of Your Seal of Biliteracy: From Certification to College Credit

We’re in our most powerful era as language teachers. The development of Seal of Biliteracy credentials in the United States has ushered in opportunities that elevate the power our graduates have. We are not only arming them with valuable 21st century skills but also tangible evidence that enhances their professional potential. For us classroom teachers, […]

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A Closer Look at Testing Young Learners

A key concept in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is the learner as an agent of social change. “Language education should therefore create learning contexts that encourage learners to grow in their role as social agents, as autonomous and responsible language users. Learners as social agents can then take responsibility for […]

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Beyond Grades: How the Seal of Biliteracy Speaks Gen Z’s Language

You are standing in a room with a bunch of incoming 9th grade students and their parents and are given one minute to explain to them why they should enroll in language classes in high school. Anyone been there? I’ve been teaching Spanish since 2004, and I’ve noticed that my sales pitch has changed over […]

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Leveraging ACTFL Assessments for College and Career Readiness: A Pathway to Success

As the U.S. Department of Education places increasing importance on College and Career Readiness (CCR), educational programs across the country are looking for ways to ensure that their students are prepared to enter the workforce with the skills necessary to succeed. One area that holds great potential for contributing to this goal is world language […]

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One Size Does Not Fit All

Do you wear the same shoes to the beach that you wear to the office or to go mountain climbing? Do you like the same music as you did when you were five years old? Likewise, would you want to use the same test for learners as they enter 7th grade as you would use […]

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The AAPPL in Higher Education 

Did you know that the ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL), sounds like 🍎, was recently approved by ACTFL for placement testing in higher education? It is true, and it may just be the solution you have been looking for to improve your postsecondary world language program.  

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