Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Intermediate High Language Competencies

Other Utah World Languages sets

Interpretive Listening

  • IL.

    I can easily understand the main idea in messages and presentations on a variety of topics related to everyday life and personal interests and studies. I can usually understand a few details of what I overhear in conversations, even when something unexpected is expressed. I can sometimes follow what I hear about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.IL

    1. 1

      I can easily understand straightforward information or interactions.IH.IL.1

      1. a

        I can understand the descriptions of avatars in a new video game.IH.IL.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand an interview between a student reporter and foreign visitors about activities they have done and are planning to do while in town.IH.IL.1.b

      3. c

        I can understand a tour guide's description of a city's history and attractions.IH.IL.1.c

    2. 2

      I can understand a few details in ads, announcements and other simple recordings.IH.IL.2

      1. a

        I can understand a few details about a nutritional recommendation in a public service health announcement.IH.IL.2.a

      2. b

        I can understand the services offered in an ad about a car repair service.IH.IL.2.b

      3. c

        I can understand a few details from public service announcements such as severe weather warnings or safety alerts.IH.IL.2.c

    3. 3

      I can sometimes understand situations with complicating factors.IH.IL.3

      1. a

        I can understand a voice message from an exchange student telling why she will be late.IH.IL.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand a phone message about a change in meeting times and place.IH.IL.3.b

      3. c

        I can understand a voice message from the airlines about changes to a flight schedule.IH.IL.3.c

Interpretive Reading

  • IR.

    I can easily understand the main idea of texts related to everyday life, personal interests, and studies. I can sometimes follow stories and descriptions about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.IR

    1. 1

      I can understand accounts of personal events or experiences.IH.IR.1

      1. a

        I can understand information about an upcoming excursion, such as a class trip or company event.IH.IR.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand a friend's postcard describing their family vacation.IH.IR.1.b

      3. c

        I can understand descriptions of a Peace Corps volunteer's daily life.IH.IR.1.c

    2. 2

      I can sometimes follow short, written instructions when supported by visuals.IH.IR.2

      1. a

        I can follow the instructions to use an ATM machine.IH.IR.2.a

      2. b

        I can follow the instructions to make an online purchase.IH.IR.2.b

      3. c

        I can follow simple directions to do an experiment in a science class.IH.IR.2.c

      4. d

        I can understand the basic instructions for playing a video game.IH.IR.2.d

    3. 3

      I can understand the main idea of and a few supporting facts about famous people and historic events.IH.IR.3

      1. a

        I can read a short summary of a historical figure's accomplishments.IH.IR.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand the main idea and a few supporting facts about a scientific discovery from a summarized account.IH.IR.3.b

Interpersonal Communication

  • IC.

    I can participate with ease and confidence in conversations on familiar topics. I can usually talk about events and experiences in various timeframes. I can usually describe people, places, and things. I can handle social interactions in everyday situations, sometimes even when there is an unexpected complication.IH.IC

    1. 1

      I can exchange information related to areas of mutual interest.IH.IC.1

      1. a

        I can provide information about specific events.IH.IC.1.a

      2. b

        I can ask for and provide information about a hobby or lifestyle, such as bicycling, vegetarianism, video games, or sports.IH.IC.1.b

      3. c

        I can ask for and provide descriptions of places I know and also places I would like to visit.IH.IC.1.c

      4. d

        I can talk about my family history.IH.IC.1.d

      5. e

        I can talk about jobs and career plans.IH.IC.1.e

    2. 2

      I can use my language to do a task that requires multiple steps.IH.IC.2

      1. a

        I can give the basic rules of a game or sport and answer questions about them.IH.IC.2.a

      2. b

        I can ask for, follow, and give instructions for preparing food.IH.IC.2.b

      3. c

        I can ask for and follow directions to get from one place to another.IH.IC.2.c

      4. d

        I can tell someone how to access information online.IH.IC.2.d

      5. e

        I can explain basic rules, policies, or laws that affect us in a debate format.IH.IC.2.e

    3. 3

      I can use my language to handle a situation that may have a complication.IH.IC.3

      1. a

        I can arrange for a make-up exam or reschedule an appointment.IH.IC.3.a

      2. b

        I can return an item I have purchased to a store.IH.IC.3.b

      3. c

        I can plan an outing with a group of friends.IH.IC.3.c

Presentational Speaking

  • PS.

    I can make presentations in a generally organized way on school, work, and community topics, and on topics I have researched. I can make some presentations on events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.PS

    1. 1

      I can present information on academic and work topics.IH.PS.1

      1. a

        I can present ideas about something I have learned, such as an historical event, a famous person, or a current environmental issue.IH.PS.1.a

      2. b

        I can explain a series of steps needed to complete a task or experiment.IH.PS.1.b

      3. c

        I can explain to someone who was absent what took place in class or on the job.IH.PS.1.c

      4. d

        I can present my qualifications and goals for an academic program, training, or job.IH.PS.1.d

    2. 2

      I can make a presentation on events, activities and topics of particular interest.IH.PS.2

      1. a

        I can make a presentation on something I learned from the media.IH.PS.2.a

      2. b

        I can make a presentation about an interesting person.IH.PS.2.b

      3. c

        I can summarize a personal, historical, or cultural event.IH.PS.2.c

      4. d

        I can give a presentation about my interests, hobbies, lifestyle, or preferred activities.IH.PS.2.d

      5. e

        I can make a presentation about the history or current status of a school, organization, or company.IH.PS.2.e

      6. f

        I can make a presentation about future plans.IH.PS.2.f

    3. 3

      I can present my point of view and provide reasons to support it.IH.PS.3

      1. a

        I can make a presentation on rules or policies such as cell phone use, dress code, or requirements for driving and explain my viewpoint.IH.PS.3.a

      2. b

        I can share and justify my opinion on common issues such as allowances for children, curfews for teenagers, budget-related topics, etc.IH.PS.3.b

      3. c

        I can explain my point of view on current event topics such as recycling, nutrition and exercise, the food supply, conserving energy resources, extreme weather events, etc.IH.PS.3.c

Presentational Writing

  • PW.

    I can write on topics related to school, work, and community in a generally organized way. I can write some simple paragraphs about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.PW

    1. 1

      I can write about school and academic topics.IH.PW.1

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about something I have learned.IH.PW.1.a

      2. b

        I can write a series of steps needed to complete a task, such as for an experiment.IH.PW.1.b

      3. c

        I can prepare notes for someone who was absent from class or school.IH.PW.1.c

      4. d

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.1.d

    2. 2

      I can write about work and career topics.IH.PW.2

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about an assignment or task.IH.PW.2.a

      2. b

        I can document the series of steps needed to complete a task or project.IH.PW.2.b

      3. c

        I can prepare notes for someone who is new or has been absent from a project, team, or work meeting.IH.PW.2.c

      4. d

        I can draft a work plan.IH.PW.2.d

      5. e

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.2.e

    3. 3

      I can write about community topics and events.IH.PW.3

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about something I have researched.IH.PW.3.a

      2. b

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.3.b

      3. c

        I can write the steps needed to complete a task, such as for a community event or a fund raiser.IH.PW.3.c

      4. d

        I can summarize what has been happening in the community for someone who is new or has been away.IH.PW.3.d

    4. 4

      I can write about an entertainment or social event.IH.PW.4

      1. a

        I can summarize a conversation or interview that I had with someone.IH.PW.4.a

      2. b

        I can describe an event that I participated in or witnessed.IH.PW.4.b

      3. c

        I can write a brief summary of the plot of a movie or an episode of a TV show.IH.PW.4.c

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
World Languages (2014-)

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