Modern Languages

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    Spanish

    1.  

      Grade 2 (60.063)

      1. IP1.

        Exchange simple spoken language in the target language, utilizing cultural references where appropriate.MLE2.IP1

        1. IP1A.

          Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy, in oral form.MLE2.IP1A

        2. IP1B.

          Express likes, dislikes, emotions, agreement and disagreement.MLE2.IP1B

        3. IP1C.

          Make simple requests.MLE2.IP1C

        4. IP1D.

          Ask for clarification.MLE2.IP1D

        5. IP1E.

          Give simple descriptions.MLE2.IP1E

        6. IP1F.

          Comprehend basic directions.MLE2.IP1F

        7. IP1G.

          Provide responses based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.IP1G

        8. IP1H.

          Use sequenced information, such as the alphabet, days of the week, months, seasons, and numbers 0 to 100 in context.MLE2.IP1H

      2. IP2.

        Demonstrate skills necessary to sustain brief oral exchanges in the target language.MLE2.IP2

        1. IP2A.

          Initiate, participate in and close brief oral exchanges.MLE2.IP2A

        2. IP2B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in oral exchanges with respect to proper pronunciation and intonation.MLE2.IP2B

      3. INT1.

        Demonstrate understanding of simple spoken and written language presented through a variety of media in the target language and based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.INT1

        1. INT1A.

          Understand simple instructions, such as classroom procedures.MLE2.INT1A

        2. INT1B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading comprehension.MLE2.INT1B

      4. INT2.

        Interpret verbal and non-verbal cues to understand simple spoken and written messages in the target language.MLE2.INT2

        1. INT2A.

          Differentiate among statements, questions and exclamations.MLE2.INT2A

        2. INT2B.

          Recognize basic gestures, body language, and intonation that clarify a message.MLE2.INT2B

      5. P1.

        Students present brief material orally in the target language.MLE2.P1

        1. P1A.

          Present songs, poems, simple dialogues etc…MLE2.P1A

        2. P1B.

          Share information and give brief descriptions about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P1B

      6. P2.

        Demonstrate writing skills in the target language.MLE2.P2

        1. P2A.

          Write simple sentences about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P2A

        2. P2B.

          Label pictures and write short lists of words.MLE2.P2B

      7. CU1.

        Demonstrate an awareness of perspectives, practices, and products of the cultures where the target language is spoken.MLE2.CU1

        1. CU1A.

          Demonstrate knowledge of typical practices and products of target cultures, i.e., how birthdays are celebrated, piñatas, first day of school traditions, etc.MLE2.CU1A

        2. CU1B.

          Participate in culturally-authentic simulations.MLE2.CU1B

        3. CU1C.

          Identify selected symbols and landmarks of target cultures.MLE2.CU1C

      8. CCC1.

        Students make links between the target language and other subjects.MLE2.CCC1

        1. CCC1A.

          Connect skills learned in the target language with other subjects.MLE2.CCC1A

        2. CCC1B.

          Connect skills learned in other subjects with skills learned in the target language.MLE2.CCC1B

      9. CCC2.

        Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of culture through comparisons between the cultures studied and their own.MLE2.CCC2

        1. CCC2A.

          Identify age-appropriate patterns of cultural behavior and interaction.MLE2.CCC2A

        2. CCC2B.

          Compare cultural products, practices and perspectives.MLE2.CCC2B

      10. CCC3.

        Demonstrate an understanding of basic similarities and differences among languages.MLE2.CCC3

        1. CCC3A.

          Compare patterns of spoken communication such as intonation and pronunciation.MLE2.CCC3A

        2. CCC3B.

          Compare patterns of written communication such as punctuation and capitalization.MLE2.CCC3B

      11. CCC4.

        Demonstrate an awareness of where they can encounter the target language and cultures virtually or in real-life.MLE2.CCC4

        1. CCC4A.

          Document encounters with the target language beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4A

        2. CCC4B.

          Document encounters with the target cultures beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4B

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    French

    1.  

      Grade 2 (60.003)

      1. IP1.

        Students exchange simple spoken language in the target language, utilizing cultural references where appropriate.MLE2.IP1

        1. IP1A.

          Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy, in oral form.MLE2.IP1A

        2. IP1B.

          Express likes, dislikes, emotions, agreement and disagreement.MLE2.IP1B

        3. IP1C.

          Make simple requests.MLE2.IP1C

        4. IP1D.

          Ask for clarification.MLE2.IP1D

        5. IP1E.

          Give simple descriptions.MLE2.IP1E

        6. IP1F.

          Comprehend basic directions.MLE2.IP1F

        7. IP1G.

          Provide responses based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.IP1G

        8. IP1H.

          Use sequenced information, such as the alphabet, days of the week, months, seasons, and numbers 0 to 100 in context.MLE2.IP1H

      2. IP2.

        Students demonstrate skills necessary to sustain brief oral exchanges in the target language.MLE2.IP2

        1. IP2A.

          Initiate, participate in and close brief oral exchanges.MLE2.IP2A

        2. IP2B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in oral exchanges with respect to proper pronunciation and intonation.MLE2.IP2B

      3. INT1.

        Students demonstrate understanding of simple spoken and written language presented through a variety of media in the target language and based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.INT1

        1. INT1A.

          Understand simple instructions, such as classroom procedures.MLE2.INT1A

        2. INT1B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading comprehension.MLE2.INT1B

      4. INT2.

        Students interpret verbal and non-verbal cues to understand simple spoken and written messages in the target language.MLE2.INT2

        1. INT2A.

          Differentiate among statements, questions and exclamations.MLE2.INT2A

        2. INT2B.

          Recognize basic gestures, body language, and intonation that clarify a message.MLE2.INT2B

      5. P1.

        Students present brief material orally in the target language.MLE2.P1

        1. P1A.

          Present songs, poems, simple dialogues etc…MLE2.P1A

        2. P1B.

          Share information and give brief descriptions about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P1B

      6. P2.

        Students demonstrate writing skills in the target language.MLE2.P2

        1. P2A.

          Write simple sentences about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P2A

        2. P2B.

          Label pictures and write short lists of words.MLE2.P2B

      7. CU1.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of perspectives, practices, and products of the cultures where the target language is spoken.MLE2.CU1

        1. CU1A.

          Demonstrate knowledge of typical practices and products of target cultures, i.e., how birthdays are celebrated, piñatas, first day of school traditions, etc.MLE2.CU1A

        2. CU1B.

          Participate in culturally-authentic simulations.MLE2.CU1B

        3. CU1C.

          Identify selected symbols and landmarks of target cultures.MLE2.CU1C

      8. CCC1.

        Students make links between the target language and other subjects.MLE2.CCC1

        1. CCC1A.

          Connect skills learned in the target language with other subjects.MLE2.CCC1A

        2. CCC1B.

          Connect skills learned in other subjects with skills learned in the target language.MLE2.CCC1B

      9. CCC2.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of the significance of culture through comparisons between the cultures studied and their own.MLE2.CCC2

        1. CCC2A.

          Identify age-appropriate patterns of cultural behavior and interaction.MLE2.CCC2A

        2. CCC2B.

          Compare cultural products, practices and perspectives.MLE2.CCC2B

      10. CCC3.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of basic similarities and differences among languages.MLE2.CCC3

        1. CCC3A.

          Compare patterns of spoken communication such as intonation and pronunciation.MLE2.CCC3A

        2. CCC3B.

          Compare patterns of written communication such as punctuation and capitalization.MLE2.CCC3B

      11. CCC4.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of where they can encounter the target language and cultures virtually or in real-life.MLE2.CCC4

        1. CCC4A.

          Document encounters with the target language beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4A

        2. CCC4B.

          Document encounters with the target cultures beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4B

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    Chinese

    1.  

      Grade 2 (62.003)

      1. IP1.

        Students exchange simple spoken language in the target language, utilizing cultural references where appropriate.MLE2.IP1

        1. IP1A.

          Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy, in oral form.MLE2.IP1A

        2. IP1B.

          Express likes, dislikes, emotions, agreement and disagreement.MLE2.IP1B

        3. IP1C.

          Make simple requests.MLE2.IP1C

        4. IP1D.

          Ask for clarification.MLE2.IP1D

        5. IP1E.

          Give simple descriptions.MLE2.IP1E

        6. IP1F.

          Comprehend basic directions.MLE2.IP1F

        7. IP1G.

          Provide responses based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.IP1G

        8. IP1H.

          Use sequenced information, such as the alphabet, days of the week, months, seasons, and numbers 0 to 100 in context.MLE2.IP1H

      2. IP2.

        Students demonstrate skills necessary to sustain brief oral exchanges in the target language.MLE2.IP2

        1. IP2A.

          Initiate, participate in and close brief oral exchanges.MLE2.IP2A

        2. IP2B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in oral exchanges with respect to proper pronunciation and intonation.MLE2.IP2B

      3. INT1.

        Students demonstrate understanding of simple spoken and written language presented through a variety of media in the target language and based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.INT1

        1. INT1A.

          Understand simple instructions, such as classroom procedures.MLE2.INT1A

        2. INT1B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading comprehension.MLE2.INT1B

      4. INT2.

        Students interpret verbal and non-verbal cues to understand simple spoken and written messages in the target language.MLE2.INT2

        1. INT2A.

          Differentiate among statements, questions and exclamations.MLE2.INT2A

        2. INT2B.

          Recognize basic gestures, body language, and intonation that clarify a message.MLE2.INT2B

      5. P1.

        Students present brief material orally in the target language.MLE2.P1

        1. P1A.

          Present songs, poems, simple dialogues etc…MLE2.P1A

        2. P1B.

          Share information and give brief descriptions about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P1B

      6. P2.

        Students demonstrate writing skills in the target language.MLE2.P2

        1. P2A.

          Write simple sentences about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P2A

        2. P2B.

          Label pictures and write short lists of words.MLE2.P2B

      7. CU1.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of perspectives, practices, and products of the cultures where the target language is spoken.MLE2.CU1

        1. CU1A.

          Demonstrate knowledge of typical practices and products of target cultures, i.e., how birthdays are celebrated, piñatas, first day of school traditions, etc.MLE2.CU1A

        2. CU1B.

          Participate in culturally-authentic simulations.MLE2.CU1B

        3. CU1C.

          Identify selected symbols and landmarks of target cultures.MLE2.CU1C

      8. CCC1.

        Students make links between the target language and other subjects.MLE2.CCC1

        1. CCC1A.

          Connect skills learned in the target language with other subjects.MLE2.CCC1A

        2. CCC1B.

          Connect skills learned in other subjects with skills learned in the target language.MLE2.CCC1B

      9. CCC2.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of the significance of culture through comparisons between the cultures studied and their own.MLE2.CCC2

        1. CCC2A.

          Identify age-appropriate patterns of cultural behavior and interaction.MLE2.CCC2A

        2. CCC2B.

          Compare cultural products, practices and perspectives.MLE2.CCC2B

      10. CCC3.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of basic similarities and differences among languages.MLE2.CCC3

        1. CCC3A.

          Compare patterns of spoken communication such as intonation and pronunciation.MLE2.CCC3A

        2. CCC3B.

          Compare patterns of written communication such as punctuation and capitalization.MLE2.CCC3B

      11. CCC4.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of where they can encounter the target language and cultures virtually or in real-life.MLE2.CCC4

        1. CCC4A.

          Document encounters with the target language beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4A

        2. CCC4B.

          Document encounters with the target cultures beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4B

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    German

    1.  

      Grade 2 (61.003)

      1. IP1.

        Students exchange simple spoken language in the target language, utilizing cultural references where appropriate.MLE2.IP1

        1. IP1A.

          Use basic greetings, farewells, and expressions of courtesy, in oral form.MLE2.IP1A

        2. IP1B.

          Express likes, dislikes, emotions, agreement and disagreement.MLE2.IP1B

        3. IP1C.

          Make simple requests.MLE2.IP1C

        4. IP1D.

          Ask for clarification.MLE2.IP1D

        5. IP1E.

          Give simple descriptions.MLE2.IP1E

        6. IP1F.

          Comprehend basic directions.MLE2.IP1F

        7. IP1G.

          Provide responses based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.IP1G

        8. IP1H.

          Use sequenced information, such as the alphabet, days of the week, months, seasons, and numbers 0 to 100 in context.MLE2.IP1H

      2. IP2.

        Students demonstrate skills necessary to sustain brief oral exchanges in the target language.MLE2.IP2

        1. IP2A.

          Initiate, participate in and close brief oral exchanges.MLE2.IP2A

        2. IP2B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in oral exchanges with respect to proper pronunciation and intonation.MLE2.IP2B

      3. INT1.

        Students demonstrate understanding of simple spoken and written language presented through a variety of media in the target language and based on topics such as self, family, school, etc.MLE2.INT1

        1. INT1A.

          Understand simple instructions, such as classroom procedures.MLE2.INT1A

        2. INT1B.

          Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading comprehension.MLE2.INT1B

      4. INT2.

        Students interpret verbal and non-verbal cues to understand simple spoken and written messages in the target language.MLE2.INT2

        1. INT2A.

          Differentiate among statements, questions and exclamations.MLE2.INT2A

        2. INT2B.

          Recognize basic gestures, body language, and intonation that clarify a message.MLE2.INT2B

      5. P1.

        Students present brief material orally in the target language.MLE2.P1

        1. P1A.

          Present songs, poems, simple dialogues etc…MLE2.P1A

        2. P1B.

          Share information and give brief descriptions about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P1B

      6. P2.

        Students demonstrate writing skills in the target language.MLE2.P2

        1. P2A.

          Write simple sentences about self, others and surroundings.MLE2.P2A

        2. P2B.

          Label pictures and write short lists of words.MLE2.P2B

      7. CU1.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of perspectives, practices, and products of the cultures where the target language is spoken.MLE2.CU1

        1. CU1A.

          Demonstrate knowledge of typical practices and products of target cultures, i.e., how birthdays are celebrated, piñatas, first day of school traditions, etc.MLE2.CU1A

        2. CU1B.

          Participate in culturally-authentic simulations.MLE2.CU1B

        3. CU1C.

          Identify selected symbols and landmarks of target cultures.MLE2.CU1C

      8. CCC1.

        Students make links between the target language and other subjects.MLE2.CCC1

        1. CCC1A.

          Connect skills learned in the target language with other subjects.MLE2.CCC1A

        2. CCC1B.

          Connect skills learned in other subjects with skills learned in the target language.MLE2.CCC1B

      9. CCC2.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of the significance of culture through comparisons between the cultures studied and their own.MLE2.CCC2

        1. CCC2A.

          Identify age-appropriate patterns of cultural behavior and interaction.MLE2.CCC2A

        2. CCC2B.

          Compare cultural products, practices and perspectives.MLE2.CCC2B

      10. CCC3.

        Students demonstrate an understanding of basic similarities and differences among languages.MLE2.CCC3

        1. CCC3A.

          Compare patterns of spoken communication such as intonation and pronunciation.MLE2.CCC3A

        2. CCC3B.

          Compare patterns of written communication such as punctuation and capitalization.MLE2.CCC3B

      11. CCC4.

        Students demonstrate an awareness of where they can encounter the target language and cultures virtually or in real-life.MLE2.CCC4

        1. CCC4A.

          Document encounters with the target language beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4A

        2. CCC4B.

          Document encounters with the target cultures beyond the classroom setting.MLE2.CCC4B

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2023