Written in collaboration with the DC Language Immersion Project, this study explores how the demographics of dual-language schools compare with non-dual-language schools in DC’s traditional public and public charter schools. It asks whether and how these schools differ in terms of racial diversity, proportion of students classified as special education, and proportion of students classified as at-risk.
The NFLC launches four new teacher program types. Programs postponed from 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic are delivered in a mix of on-site, online, and hybrid formats.
The NFLC develops a series of classroom activities as a free online resource for language teachers.
The NFLC celebrates 10 years of administering the STARTALK program.
STARTALK ONLINE PROGRAMS HELP INFORMATION EVENTS
The custom-built application manages proposal submission and review, program curriculum development, site visits, reports, and more.
Korean is the 11th language added to the STARTALK program.
Lectia, a free language learning app is released in the Apple app store. The initial release includes lessons in Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Persian, Russian, and Spanish.
Current Topics in Russian Society is designed for students who have successfully studied Russian at the advanced level. Organized around four thematic units (Politics & Contemporary Society, Challenges & Opportunities, Media in Daily Life, and the Environment), this course seeks to answer a series of essential questions and sub-questions.
Current Topics in Korean Society is designed for students who have successfully studied Korean at the advanced level. Organized around four thematic units (Politics & Contemporary Society, Challenges & Opportunities, Media in Daily Life, and the Environment), this course seeks to answer a series of essential questions and sub-questions.
The three-day event brought together over 7,000 world language educators from all over the US and the world to participate in a variety of professional learning experiences designed to challenge current mindsets while exploring new content and gaining insights on what is possible in today’s world language classrooms.