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The Common Core strands of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening are captured in the standards for learning  languages' goal area of Communication, by emphasizing the purpose behind the communication:  Interpersonal (speaking + listening or writing + reading)  Interpretive (reading, listening, viewing)  Presentational (writing, speaking, visually representing) ------------------------- The Common Core strand of Language is described for language learners through proficiency levels that outline three key  benchmarks achieved in world language programs given sufficient instruction over time:  Novice (the beginning level, regardless of age or grade)     Intermediate  Advanced

"Lesson Objective Assess learning using the Common Core Standards Length 1 min Questions to Consider How does the Common Core help Ms. Wu communicate with families and students? How could you educate families about the Common Core Standards? What can you learn from Ms. Wu about using the Common Core during planning and assessment?"

Love the global collaborations with learning. The authentic audience really helps with purpose for learning it, and increases the quality and intrinsic motivation of learning.

True story -- great for teaching writing standard #8 regarding validity and credibility of the source! And to think, it's a local!