/foreign-languages Foreign Languages en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:13:36 GMT /sponsor/merrimack-college/merrimack-college-sga-successfully-lobbies-to-add-american-sign-language-to-curriculum The Student Government Association鈥檚 Academic Affairs Committee (SGA) worked with faculty and the Office of the Provost to include American Sign Language (ASL) as part of the College鈥檚 foreign language requirement starting in spring 2024. Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:13:36 GMT /sponsor/merrimack-college/merrimack-college-sga-successfully-lobbies-to-add-american-sign-language-to-curriculum /teaching-learning/how-a-district-used-the-biliteracy-seal-to-expand-language-instruction/2024/07 The St. Paul public schools in Minnesota has seen success in its Karen language program. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 20:18:09 GMT /teaching-learning/how-a-district-used-the-biliteracy-seal-to-expand-language-instruction/2024/07 /teaching-learning/video-how-a-state-seal-of-biliteracy-inspired-this-district-to-teach-a-new-language/2024/07 Minnesota's seal of biliteracy program has resulted in one district creating a Karen language program and assessment. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 19:51:00 GMT /teaching-learning/video-how-a-state-seal-of-biliteracy-inspired-this-district-to-teach-a-new-language/2024/07 /teaching-learning/how-well-are-schools-preparing-students-advanced-academics-and-world-languages-in-4-charts/2024/03 New federal data show big gaps in students' access to the challenging coursework and foreign languages they need for college. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:38:17 GMT /teaching-learning/how-well-are-schools-preparing-students-advanced-academics-and-world-languages-in-4-charts/2024/03 /teaching-learning/you-can-teach-about-climate-change-in-every-subject-and-grade-level-heres-how/2023/01 Math, foreign language, even art classes offer opportunities to build students' knowledge. Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:01:23 GMT /teaching-learning/you-can-teach-about-climate-change-in-every-subject-and-grade-level-heres-how/2023/01 /leadership/foreign-language-teachers-are-in-short-supply-how-to-find-attract-and-retain-them/2022/11 Start with competitive pay and respect for their unique skills, an expert says. Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:05:46 GMT /leadership/foreign-language-teachers-are-in-short-supply-how-to-find-attract-and-retain-them/2022/11 /teaching-learning/spanish-dominates-dual-language-programs-but-schools-offer-diverse-options/2020/01 Mandarin Chinese, French, German, and Vietnamese are also among five most-offered types of dual-language programs, a new federal report shows. Tue, 14 Jan 2020 19:50:27 GMT /teaching-learning/spanish-dominates-dual-language-programs-but-schools-offer-diverse-options/2020/01 /teaching-learning/opinion-identity-storytelling-and-culturally-responsive-teaching/2019/06 Guest blogger Michelle Nicola shares how diverse stories can be powerful classroom tools that can awaken students' perceptions of themselves and the world. Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:26:13 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-identity-storytelling-and-culturally-responsive-teaching/2019/06 /policy-politics/foreign-languages/2019/06 U.S. employers increasing rely on multilingual employees to advance their goals, but many have lost business because they don't have staff who can communicate in languages other than English, finds a new report from the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:04:26 GMT /policy-politics/foreign-languages/2019/06 /teaching-learning/u-s-economy-needs-more-foreign-language-studies-to-stay-competitive-report-says/2019/05 A new report from the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages determines that U.S. employees are missing out on business opportunities because they struggle to find employees who can communicate in languages other than English. Tue, 21 May 2019 19:50:08 GMT /teaching-learning/u-s-economy-needs-more-foreign-language-studies-to-stay-competitive-report-says/2019/05 /leadership/opinion-language-immersion-is-for-all-students/2019/05 Guest blogger Camilla Modesitt explains why foreign-language-immersion programs should be available to all students. Fri, 10 May 2019 16:17:26 GMT /leadership/opinion-language-immersion-is-for-all-students/2019/05 /technology/opinion-how-tech-tools-can-engage-foreign-language-students/2019/05 Use this model to integrate technology into your classroom for deep student engagement, says guest blogger Adam Ross. Tue, 07 May 2019 15:56:18 GMT /technology/opinion-how-tech-tools-can-engage-foreign-language-students/2019/05 /leadership/opinion-the-value-of-middle-school-travel-programs/2019/02 How middle school travel can benefit all students, including those learning a second language. Thu, 14 Feb 2019 15:19:41 GMT /leadership/opinion-the-value-of-middle-school-travel-programs/2019/02 /policy-politics/opinion-valuing-our-english-language-learners-by-learning-to-listen/2018/08 The value that English Language Learners bring to the classroom and the country. Wed, 29 Aug 2018 22:12:43 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-valuing-our-english-language-learners-by-learning-to-listen/2018/08 /teaching-learning/few-texas-high-schools-fulfill-voter-registration-law/2018/08 A majority of Texas high schools fail to obtain and distribute voter registration applications to eligible students, a new analysis concludes. Wed, 08 Aug 2018 18:37:00 GMT /teaching-learning/few-texas-high-schools-fulfill-voter-registration-law/2018/08 /teaching-learning/california-aims-to-make-even-more-students-multilingual/2018/06 The Golden State plans to triple the number of students who are proficient in a language other than English over the next 12 years. Thu, 28 Jun 2018 20:54:08 GMT /teaching-learning/california-aims-to-make-even-more-students-multilingual/2018/06 /teaching-learning/opinion-teaching-controversial-topics-in-the-classroom/2018/05 How to tackle controversial subjects in the classroom. Thu, 31 May 2018 21:48:54 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-teaching-controversial-topics-in-the-classroom/2018/05 /policy-politics/opinion-immersion-is-critical-in-the-middle-school-years/2018/05 For students to keep their language skills and become fluent, they need to continue learning a language through middle school. Tue, 15 May 2018 22:10:34 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-immersion-is-critical-in-the-middle-school-years/2018/05 /teaching-learning/opinion-seven-essential-components-for-successful-dual-language-programs/2018/05 A Fulbright Distinguished teacher shares her thoughts on the key factors of a successful dual language program. Tue, 01 May 2018 16:24:35 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-seven-essential-components-for-successful-dual-language-programs/2018/05 /teaching-learning/opinion-k-12-study-abroad-linked-with-improved-learning-outcomes/2018/03 New data shows the power of study abroad for DC Public School students. Thu, 29 Mar 2018 20:20:56 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-k-12-study-abroad-linked-with-improved-learning-outcomes/2018/03 /leadership/video-schools-chief-builds-cultural-bridges-through-language-learning/2018/02 Michelle Saylor, the superintendent in Pennsylvania's Bellefonte Area School District, has brought robust foreign language learning to her district of 2,700 students. 69传媒 from kindergarten on up get a dose of Mandarin or Spanish in a language program that Saylor sees as a powerful lever or getting students to understand what global citizenship really means. 鈥淔rom my perspective, language is that conduit into really understanding another culture," Saylor says. This video was produced as part of Education Week鈥檚 Leaders To Learn From project, recognizing outstanding school district leaders from around the country. Read more at http://leaders.edweek.org Want more stories about schools across the nation, including the latest news and unique perspectives on education issues? Visit www.edweek.org. About Education Week: Education Week is America鈥檚 most trusted source of independent K-12 education news, analysis, and opinion. Our work serves to raise the level of understanding and discourse about education among school and district leaders, policymakers, researchers, teachers, and the public. Published by the nonprofit organization Editorial Projects in Education, Education Week has been providing award-winning coverage of the field for over 35 years. 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Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:55:06 GMT /leaders/2018/small-town-schools-chief-bridges-cultures-through-language-learning /policy-politics/opinion-five-effective-tips-for-going-global-advice-from-a-teacher/2018/02 One teacher shares advice for getting started with global education. Thu, 15 Feb 2018 17:37:38 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-five-effective-tips-for-going-global-advice-from-a-teacher/2018/02 /teaching-learning/opinion-how-language-immersion-programs-prepare-students-to-be-global-citizens/2018/01 How cultural pedagogical practices in dual language immersion programs help prepare students to be global citizens. Wed, 17 Jan 2018 21:23:06 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-how-language-immersion-programs-prepare-students-to-be-global-citizens/2018/01 /leadership/foreign-language-courses-plummet-in-oklahoma-what-about-other-states/2018/01 A third of Oklahoma high schools no longer offer even one foreign language; rural schools are hardest hit. A lack of data makes it hard to know whether other states have similar patterns. Thu, 04 Jan 2018 21:27:00 GMT /leadership/foreign-language-courses-plummet-in-oklahoma-what-about-other-states/2018/01 /teaching-learning/from-trumps-immigration-crackdown-to-foreign-language-learning-here-are-top-ell-posts-in-2017/2017/12 In 2017, Learning the Language blog readers were drawn to stories about foreign language education, the Trump administration's aggressive stance on immigration, and research that explored the benefits of bilingualism. Wed, 20 Dec 2017 15:36:39 GMT /teaching-learning/from-trumps-immigration-crackdown-to-foreign-language-learning-here-are-top-ell-posts-in-2017/2017/12 /policy-politics/opinion-how-dc-public-schools-are-going-global/2017/11 How the District of Columbia is investing in global education and tips for your district. Tue, 14 Nov 2017 14:30:47 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-how-dc-public-schools-are-going-global/2017/11 /teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-build-a-better-language-immersion-program/2017/10 Immersion programs produce students who are well-rounded, culturally aware, and creative, flexible, and critical thinkers. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 23:41:39 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-build-a-better-language-immersion-program/2017/10 /technology/opinion-5-math-technology-tools-to-engage-students/2017/09 Five interactive technology tools for the math classroom. Tue, 19 Sep 2017 22:21:31 GMT /technology/opinion-5-math-technology-tools-to-engage-students/2017/09 /technology/opinion-virtual-exchange-as-career-preparation/2017/09 How online, collaborative, global projects can prepare students with skills needed for employment. Mon, 11 Sep 2017 22:01:52 GMT /technology/opinion-virtual-exchange-as-career-preparation/2017/09