Passport Learning: A different way to learn languages Skill based having a voice Meaningful Relevant cultural experiences

You track your language learning through gr. 9-12

 You are the owner. The passport is YOURS.  The focus is not about what you can’t do, it is about what you CAN DO.

 Learning languages is a process, and every effort you make in building your language skills counts!  ADD AN IMAGE above or below…

 Participatory Democracy: You will have the opportunity to actively participate in your learning. You have a voice! You will have choices!  ADD IMAGE that speaks to the notion above. Maybe kids voting or doing something like that…

 Autonomous Learning: You are responsible for your learning! You will learn on your own inside and outside of school.  ADD IMAGE that speaks to the notion above. Maybe kids voting or doing something like that… What you can expect to experience …

 Cultural Awareness: Culture and language go hand in hand. You’ll learn more about other cultures and uncover what is unique and exciting!  ADD IMAGE that speaks to the notion above. Maybe kids voting or doing something like that… What you can expect to experience …

What is the language passport? A brief explanation…

A1, A2 Basic B1, B2 Independent C1, C2 Proficient Image- close-up of the A1-C2 section only of the poster

Speaking *Production & Interaction Listening Reading Writing Four Skill Areas (Skill: a developed talent or ability)

You can be at different levels of proficienc y in your speaking, listening, writing and reading skills at different points in time.

With these tools you will see what you have learned and will learn. CanDo Statements and Sentence Strips

CanDo Statements A CanDo statement is a task or activity that is chosen for a particular level and skill. You will self- assess your learning. A1 Speaking- I can introduce myself.

Sentence Strips will be posted where you can see them. This will allow you to see not only what you have accomplished, but what you are learning, and what you will explore in the future. You can see your progress!

1. Reflection Grids 2. Dossier 3. Passport & Biography

Reflection Grids are… a way to reflect on the Can Do statements and record the activities you have completed.

Reflection Grids: Close up This is where we reflect. This is where we record the activity.

Reflection Grids After completing the activity, you need to ask yourself… What is my level of ability for each Can Do statement? ◦ I have not tried this yet ◦ I have tried to do it ◦ I can do this with help ◦ I can do this on my own Tip Draw the symbol instead of writing out the statement.

Biography and Passport  Biography: This is a record of your language and cultural experiences.  Passport: This is a snapshot of your self-assessed proficiency in different languages at a given point in time.

Dossier Personal collection of materials that illustrate and document your language progress and achievement.

“I like the idea of the passport because you can look back after you graduate and see what you’ve accomplished in learning languages.” “ The passports act as a reminder and a confidence booster that highlight our language skills, even if they are limited.” “I really like that it is the same system of figuring out fluency here in Fredericton, as in, say Saint John.”