World Languages

As we become a global community and our society grows and diversifies, students must have the tools to connect and communicate in other languages. As a result, the Michigan world language standards emphasize not only communication proficiency, but cultural awareness and social understanding. In addition, through the world languages framework, students develop the ability to make connections with other disciplines, and the capacity to become life-long learners.

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The Five Strands of the Michigan World Language Standards

Communication

Students are expected to communicate in different modalities including: speaking, writing and listening. Students engage in and interpret written and spoken interpersonal discourse. Finally, students develop skills enabling them to present information verbally and in written form.

Culture

Students gain an understanding of the practices and perspectives of a particular culture, as well as the relationship between products and perspectives.

Connections

Students connect the world language studied to other disciplines, and recognize and value the unique viewpoint of the culture represented by the world language.

Comparisons

Students compare the world language studied and their native language. Students examine the culture of the world language and compare it with their native culture.

Communities

Students use the language in and beyond school, becoming personally enriched and ultimately, lifelong learners.

World Languages Standards and Benchmarks
World Languages Credit/Experience Guidelines