Proficiency Level

Content Statement

CPI #

Cumulative Progress Indicator (CPI)

Novice-Mid

Linguistic:
The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can independently identify and recognize memorized words and phrases that bring meaning to text.

Cultural:
Personal identity is developed through experiences that occur within one’s family, one’s community, and the culture at large. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: self, friends, family, pets, physical/personality descriptions, school, likes/dislikes, and pastimes.)

Observing and participating in culturally authentic activities contribute to familiarization with cultural products and practices. (Topics and activities that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: authentic celebrations, songs, and dances.)

Healthy eating habits and fitness practices may vary across cultures. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: foods, shopping, eating at home or in restaurants, and wellness practices.)

Many products and practices related to home and community are shared across cultures; others are culture-specific. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: home life, places in the community, activities within the community, and travel.)

What is perceived as “basic needs” varies among and within cultures. (Topics that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: safety, food, shelter, and purchase and sale of goods such as toys, games, travel, and luxury items.)

Maps, graphs, and other graphic organizers facilitate understanding of information on a wide range of topics related to the world and global issues. They make complex concepts more accessible to second-language learners who have limited proficiency in the language. (Content areas that assist in the development of this understanding should include, but are not limited to: history, economics, science, and geography.)

Learning about age- and developmentally appropriate content that is of high interest to students and has a direct connection to the cultural contexts of the target language cultivates an awareness of the shared human experience. (Content that assists in the development of this understanding should include, but is not limited to: all content areas and popular culture.)

7.1.NM.A.1

Recognize familiar spoken or written words and phrases contained in culturally authentic materials using electronic information sources related to targeted themes.

7.1.NM.A.2

Demonstrate comprehension of simple, oral and written directions, commands, and requests through appropriate physical response.

7.1.NM.A.3

Recognize a few common gestures and cultural practices associated with the target culture(s).

7.1.NM.A.4

Identify familiar people, places, and objects based on simple oral and/or written descriptions.

7.1.NM.A.5

Demonstrate comprehension of brief oral and written messages using age- and level-appropriate, culturally authentic materials on familiar topics.

Interpersonal Mode

Proficiency Level

Content Statement

CPI #

Cumulative Progress Indicator (CPI)

Novice-Mid

Linguistic:
The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can use memorized words and phrases independently to:

• Respond to learned questions.
• Ask memorized questions.
• State needs and preferences.

Cultural: 
The Novice-Mid Cultural Content Statements remain the same for all the strands.    

7.1.NM.B.1

Use digital tools to exchange basic information at the word and memorized-phrase level related to self and targeted themes.

7.1.NM.B.2

Give and follow simple oral and written directions, commands, and requests when participating in age-appropriate classroom and cultural activities.

7.1.NM.B.3

Imitate appropriate gestures and intonation of the target culture(s)/language during greetings, leave-takings, and daily interactions.

7.1.NM.B.4

Ask and respond to simple questions, make requests, and express preferences using memorized words and phrases.

7.1.NM.B.5

Exchange information using words, phrases, and short sentences practiced in class on familiar topics or on topics studied in other content areas.

Presentational Mode

Proficiency Level

Content Statement

CPI #

Cumulative Progress Indicator (CPI)

Novice-Mid

Linguistic:
The Novice-Mid language learner understands and communicates at the word level and can use memorized words and phrases independently to:

• Make lists.
• State needs and preferences.
• Describe people, places, and things.

Cultural: 
The Novice-Mid Cultural Content Statements remain the same for all the strands.    

7.1.NM.C.1

Use basic information at the word and memorized-phrase level to create a multimedia-rich presentation on targeted themes to be shared virtually with a target language audience.

7.1.NM.C.2

Imitate, recite, and/or dramatize simple poetry, rhymes, songs, and skits.

7.1.NM.C.3

Copy/write words, phrases, or simple guided texts on familiar topics.

7.1.NM.C.4

Present information from age- and level-appropriate, culturally authentic materials orally or in writing.

7.1.NM.C.5

Name and label tangible cultural products and imitate cultural practices from the target culture(s).