Course offerings are designed to promote the study of languages and cultures. Learners develop the ability to communicate in another language and gain insight into themselves and others. Students acquire knowledge of the structure and function of languages and societies. Studying languages provides learners with access to the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a global community, marketplace and workplace.
A linguistically literate individual in a global community: Communicates across cultures Develops understanding into one’s own culture and language Acquires new information Views language learning as lifelong Sees the connections to other disciplines Understands and values diversity
The principles guiding the Rochester Community Schools World Language Curriculum are based upon five overarching goals: Communication three modes; interpersonal, interpretive and presentational. Culture of the various peoples to understand and value the perspectives of others. Connections to other disciplines and to the world of work. Comparisons to other languages and cultures. Communities to promote lifelong learning through interactions within the global community.
Students learn to communicate in a variety of situations, such as: listening, conversing, reading, writing, viewing and presenting. Students use language to gain understanding of people and cultures.