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World Language Essential Standards Crosswalk

A Document to Assist with the Transition from the 2004 Standard Course of Study to the 2010 Essential Standards

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The Framework for 21 st Century Skills: Life & Career Skills

World Language Essential Standards

Flexibility & Adaptability Adapting to varied roles and responsibilities Working effectively in a climate of ambiguity and changing priorities

Initiative & Self-Direction Monitoring one’s own understanding and learning needs

Going beyond basic mastery of skills and/or curriculum to explore and expand one’s own learning and opportunities to gain expertise

Demonstrating initiative to advance skill levels towards a professional level Defining, prioritizing and completing tasks without direct oversight

Utilizing time efficiently and managing workload Demonstrating commitment to learning as a lifelong process

Social & Cross-Cultural Skills Working appropriately and productively with others Leveraging the collective intelligence of groups when appropriate

Bridging cultural differences and using differing perspectives to increase innovation and the quality of work

Productivity & Accountability Setting and meeting high standards and goals for delivering quality work on time

Demonstrating diligence and a positive work ethic (e.g., being punctual and reliable)

Leadership & Responsibility Using interpersonal and problem-solving skills Leveraging strengths of others to accomplish a common goal

Demonstrating integrity and ethical behavior

Acting responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind

Note: Intermediate and Advanced proficiency level samples are featured for in the 21 st Century Skills.

Strand: Communities (CMT)

Essential Standard #4: Compare the students’ culture and the target culture.

Intermediate Proficiency Levels

IL.CMT.4.3: Coordinate events or presentations that share the target language and culture with the community.

IM.CMT.4.1: Understand the influence of the target culture on literature, media, and global concerns.

IH.CMT.4.2: Understand the impact of the target culture on contemporary perspectives, practices, and products of the global economy.

Advanced Proficiency Levels

AL.CMT.4.2: Differentiate the effect of events in the target culture’s history on its contemporary perspectives, practices, and products.

AM.CMT.4.1: Critique the influence of the target culture on global philosophy and professional discourse.

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