Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Advanced Low Language Competencies

Other Utah World Languages sets

Interpretive Listening

  • IL.

    I can understand the main idea and some supporting details in organized speech on a variety of topics of personal and general interest. I can follow stories and descriptions of some length and in various timeframes. I can understand information presented in a variety of genres on familiar topics, even when something unexpected is expressed.AL.IL

    1. 1

      I understand descriptions and stories of events that have happened or will happen.AL.IL.1

      1. a

        I can understand short presentations about famous people in history.AL.IL.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand a voicemail outlining the details of a plan for an upcoming outing.AL.IL.1.b

      3. c

        I can follow a video conferencing session in which the speakers recount their experience on a recent trip.AL.IL.1.c

    2. 2

      I can understand the main idea of popular genres.AL.IL.2

      1. a

        I can follow televised promotions for upcoming programs.AL.IL.2.a

      2. b

        I can follow a YouTube comparison of two popular vacation locations.AL.IL.2.b

      3. c

        I can follow simple oral stories, recorded books, summaries, and excerpts from speeches.AL.IL.2.c

      4. d

        I can understand some simple information from a movie trailer.AL.IL.2.d

Interpretive Reading

  • IR.

    I can understand the main idea and some supporting details on a variety of topics of personal and general interest. I can follow stories and descriptions of some length and in various timeframes and genres.AL.IR

    1. 1

      I can find and use information for practical purposes.AL.IR.1

      1. a

        I can read about an upcoming event and decide whether or not to attend.AL.IR.1.a

      2. b

        I can read a blogger's account of a trip to plan my own.AL.IR.1.b

      3. c

        I can read a message about a friend's car accident.AL.IR.1.c

      4. d

        I can read a description about a candidate to make a voting decision.AL.IR.1.d

      5. e

        I can understand absentee and sick leave policies.AL.IR.1.e

    2. 2

      I can read texts that compare and contrast information.AL.IR.2

      1. a

        I can read restaurant descriptions to guide my choice.AL.IR.2.a

      2. b

        I can read movie summaries to choose what to see.AL.IR.2.b

      3. c

        I can read a catalogue of course descriptions to choose my classes.AL.IR.2.c

      4. d

        I can understand the main idea and some details from a list of government job descriptions.AL.IR.2.d

      5. e

        I can read an article about how technology has changed in the past 20 years.AL.IR.2.e

    3. 3

      I can follow simple written instructions.AL.IR.3

      1. a

        I can follow directions for assembling a model.AL.IR.3.a

      2. b

        I can follow driving directions.AL.IR.3.b

      3. c

        I can follow the steps of a recipe.AL.IR.3.c

Interpersonal Communication

  • IC.

    I can participate in conversations about familiar topics that go beyond my everyday life. I can talk in an organized way and with some detail about events and experiences in various timeframes. I can describe people, places, and things in an organized way and with some detail. I can handle a familiar situation with an unexpected complication.AL.IC

    1. 1

      I can participate in conversations on a wide variety of topics that go beyond my everyday life.AL.IC.1

      1. a

        I can explain absentee and sick leave policies and answer questions about them.AL.IC.1.a

      2. b

        I can discuss current issues, such as leash laws, school dress codes, drinking age, or speed limits.AL.IC.1.b

      3. c

        I can discuss what is currently going on in another community or country.AL.IC.1.c

    2. 2

      I can compare and contrast life in different locations and in different times.AL.IC.2

      1. a

        I can explain how life has changed since I was a child and answer questions about my explanation.AL.IC.2.a

      2. b

        I can compare different jobs and study programs in discussing them with a peer.AL.IC.2.b

      3. c

        I can explain how technology has changed our lives and enter into a debate on this topic.AL.IC.2.c

    3. 3

      I can resolve an unexpected complication that arises in a familiar situation.AL.IC.3

      1. a

        I can rearrange my itinerary, such as flights, pick-up times, and appointments when I experience travel delays.AL.IC.3.a

      2. b

        I can tell a friend how I'm going to replace an item that I borrowed and broke/lost.AL.IC.3.b

      3. c

        I can explain why I was late to class or absent from work and arrange to make up the lost time.AL.IC.3.c

    4. 4

      I can conduct or participate in interviews.AL.IC.4

      1. a

        I can interview for a job or service opportunity related to my field of expertise.AL.IC.4.a

      2. b

        I can interview someone about his/her professional interests and activities.AL.IC.4.b

Presentational Speaking

  • PS.

    I can deliver organized presentations appropriate to my audience on a variety of topics. I can present information about events and experiences in various timeframes.AL.PS

    1. 1

      I can deliver short presentations on a number of academic and workplace topics.AL.PS.1

      1. a

        I can present an explanation for a work or school process, project, or policy.AL.PS.1.a

      2. b

        I can provide a rationale for the importance of certain classes, subjects, or training programs.AL.PS.1.b

      3. c

        I can present a summary of an action plan or annual report for a club or work group.AL.PS.1.c

    2. 2

      I can deliver short presentations on social and cultural topics.AL.PS.2

      1. a

        I can present an explanation for a social or community project or policy.AL.PS.2.a

      2. b

        I can give a presentation about the importance of certain social and cultural practices.AL.PS.2.b

      3. c

        I can give a presentation on traditions related to social events such as homecoming, graduation, marriages, funerals, etc.AL.PS.2.c

      4. d

        I can present a summary of an action plan or annual report for a community or social organization.AL.PS.2.d

    3. 3

      I can explain issues of public and community interest, including different viewpoints.AL.PS.3

      1. a

        I can present reasons for or against a position on a political or social issue.AL.PS.3.a

      2. b

        I can make a presentation related to public health or safety.AL.PS.3.b

      3. c

        I can present a position during a formal debate.AL.PS.3.c

      4. d

        I can make a presentation promoting an event, a service, or a product.AL.PS.3.d

    4. 4

      I can deliver presentations for a specific audience.AL.PS.4

      1. a

        I can deliver a presentation to my classmates or colleagues.AL.PS.4.a

      2. b

        I can make presentations about special opportunities such as internships and study abroad.AL.PS.4.b

      3. c

        I can provide an explanation about a process or procedure such as obtaining a driver's license, submitting an application for college admission, or applying for a scholarship or financial aid, etc.AL.PS.4.c

      4. d

        I can present an overview about my school, community, or workplace.AL.PS.4.d

Presentational Writing

  • PW.

    I can write on general interest, academic, and professional topics. I can write organized paragraphs about events and experiences in various timeframes.AL.PW

    1. 1

      I can meet basic school and academic writing needs.AL.PW.1

      1. a

        I can revise class or meeting notes that I have taken for distribution.AL.PW.1.a

      2. b

        I can draft and revise an essay or composition as part of a school assignment.AL.PW.1.b

      3. c

        I can write an abstract for a science fair project, research study, or conference.AL.PW.1.c

      4. d

        I can write summaries or annotations for a research project.AL.PW.1.d

    2. 2

      I can meet basic work and career writing needs.AL.PW.2

      1. a

        I can write an informational memo about a project or event.AL.PW.2.a

      2. b

        I can write summaries or a multi-step work plan for a new project.AL.PW.2.b

      3. c

        I can write brief job descriptions or performance reports.AL.PW.2.c

      4. d

        I can revise meeting notes that I have taken for distribution.AL.PW.2.d

      5. e

        I can draft and revise a résumé or cover letter.AL.PW.2.e

    3. 3

      I can meet basic social and civic writing needs.AL.PW.3

      1. a

        I can manage and edit an online journal, blog, or discussion forum.AL.PW.3.a

      2. b

        I can write an article about an event or project of a club or group.AL.PW.3.b

      3. c

        I can write a letter of advice or letter to the editor on a social, civic or political issue.AL.PW.3.c

      4. d

        I can prepare reports and online communications for a social club, community or political group.AL.PW.3.d

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
World Languages (2014-)

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