Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Advanced Mid Language Competencies

Other Utah World Languages sets

Interpretive Listening

  • IL.

    I can understand the main idea and most supporting details on a variety of topics of personal and general interest, as well as some topics of professional interest. I can follow stories and descriptions of some length and in various timeframes. I can understand information presented in most genres, even when not familiar with the topic.AM.IL

    1. 1

      I can understand the main idea and many details of descriptions or interviews.AM.IL.1

      1. a

        I can understand many details given in an interview with a famous person, such as a rock star, politician, or actor.AM.IL.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand a Web-based presentation giving a virtual tour of a city or university.AM.IL.1.b

      3. c

        I can understand an introduction that outlines the achievements of a speaker.AM.IL.1.c

    2. 2

      I can understand accounts of events.AM.IL.2

      1. a

        I can understand a voicemail message on how someone missed a meeting because of an accident.AM.IL.2.a

      2. b

        I can understand a family member recounting an event in a recorded memoir.AM.IL.2.b

      3. c

        I can understand some autobiographical details of a well-known science figureAM.IL.2.c

      4. d

        I can understand a commentator's summary of a sporting event on TV.AM.IL.2.d

    3. 3

      I can understand directions and instructions on everyday tasks.AM.IL.3

      1. a

        I can understand multi-step instructions in a recipe presented on TV or YouTube.AM.IL.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand when a friend tells me how to play a sport or game.AM.IL.3.b

      3. c

        I can understand the details when a teacher presents how to complete a homework assignment to the class.AM.IL.3.c

Interpretive Reading

  • IR.

    I can understand the main idea and most supporting details on a variety of topics of personal and general interest, as well as some professional topics. I can follow stories and descriptions of considerable length and in various timeframes. I can understand texts written in a variety of genres, even when I am unfamiliar with the topic.AM.IR

    1. 1

      I can follow the general idea and some details of what is written in a variety of stories and autobiographical accounts.AM.IR.1

      1. a

        I can follow the chronological plot in a simple short story.AM.IR.1.a

      2. b

        I can follow news articles reporting on community events.AM.IR.1.b

      3. c

        I can follow a short online autobiography.AM.IR.1.c

      4. d

        I can follow a cover letter and a résumé.AM.IR.1.d

    2. 2

      I can understand general information on topics outside my field of interest.AM.IR.2

      1. a

        I can understand the details about a police report on a recent crime.AM.IR.2.a

      2. b

        I can understand the details of a job or performance evaluation.AM.IR.2.b

      3. c

        I can understand the details of an article about a sporting or cultural event.AM.IR.2.c

    3. 3

      I can handle a complication or unexpected turn of events.AM.IR.3

      1. a

        I can understand an e-mail message explaining details about the rescheduling of an event.AM.IR.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand the details in a message about why someone missed an important meeting.AM.IR.3.b

      3. c

        I can understand detailed descriptions about a service learning project.AM.IR.3.c

Interpersonal Communication

  • IC.

    I can express myself fully not only on familiar topics but also on some concrete social, academic, and professional topics. I can talk in detail and in an organized way about events and experiences in various timeframes. I can confidently handle routine situations with an unexpected complication. I can share my point of view in discussions on some complex issues.AM.IC

    1. 1

      I can communicate effectively on a wide variety of present, past, and future events.AM.IC.1

      1. a

        I can give a clear and detailed story about childhood memories, or memorable events and answer questions about my explanation.AM.IC.1.a

      2. b

        I can give clear descriptions about cultural events and respond to questions about them.AM.IC.1.b

      3. c

        I can talk about present challenges in my school or work life, such as paying for classes or dealing with difficult colleagues.AM.IC.1.c

      4. d

        I can discuss future plans, such as where I want to settle down or what I will be doing in the next few years.AM.IC.1.d

    2. 2

      I can exchange general information on topics outside my fields of interest.AM.IC.2

      1. a

        I can exchange general information about my community, such as demographic information and points of interests.AM.IC.2.a

      2. b

        I can exchange general information about leisure and travel, such as the world's most visited sites or most beautiful places to visit.AM.IC.2.b

      3. c

        I can exchange factual information about social and environmental questions, such as retirement, recycling, or pollution.AM.IC.2.c

    3. 3

      I can handle a complication or unexpected turn of events.AM.IC.3

      1. a

        I can return or exchange a purchase when a vendor makes a mistake or when parts are missing.AM.IC.3.a

      2. b

        I can clear up a major personal, school, or work place misunderstanding.AM.IC.3.b

      3. c

        I can explain an injury or illness and manage to get help.AM.IC.3.c

Presentational Speaking

  • PS.

    I can deliver well-organized presentations on concrete social, academic, and professional topics. I can present detailed information about events and experiences in various timeframes.AM.PS

    1. 1

      I can present information about events of public or personal interest.AM.PS.1

      1. a

        I can recount the details of an historical event.AM.PS.1.a

      2. b

        I can present in detail the plot, setting, characters, etc. of a film or book.AM.PS.1.b

      3. c

        I can describe in detail a social event or a local celebration.AM.PS.1.c

      4. d

        I can present a full account of the social and cultural activities from a recent trip or excursion.AM.PS.1.d

      5. e

        I can tell a story to a particular audience for dramatic effect.AM.PS.1.e

      6. f

        I can incorporate simple analogies into presentations.AM.PS.1.f

      7. g

        I can give an accurate description of something I participated in or witnessed.AM.PS.1.g

    2. 2

      I can convey my ideas and elaborate on a variety of academic topics.AM.PS.2

      1. a

        I can make presentations on a variety of subjects I have researched.AM.PS.2.a

      2. b

        I can teach a lesson to a particular audience.AM.PS.2.b

      3. c

        I can give detailed presentations on the process and the outcome of an experiment, research study, etc.AM.PS.2.c

      4. d

        I can make presentations to advocate for educational opportunities such as membership in a club, honor society, study abroad.AM.PS.2.d

      5. e

        I can give a presentation on a capstone or similar summative project such as a thesis or seminar.AM.PS.2.e

    3. 3

      I can give presentations with ease and detail on a wide variety of topics related to professional interests.AM.PS.3

      1. a

        I can give a presentation about my studies, work, or organization to an outside audience.AM.PS.3.a

      2. b

        I can advocate for new ideas or innovative approaches related to school, work, or training.AM.PS.3.b

      3. c

        I can present detailed information to clients, customers, or others.AM.PS.3.c

Presentational Writing

  • PW.

    I can write on a wide variety of general interest, professional, and academic topics. I can write well-organized, detailed paragraphs in various timeframes.AM.PW

    1. 1

      I can write well organized texts for a variety of academic purposes.AM.PW.1

      1. a

        I can write a research paper on a topic related to my studies or area of specialization.AM.PW.1.a

      2. b

        I can write a proposal for a project or a research study.AM.PW.1.b

      3. c

        I can write a newspaper and/or magazine article about an event, project, or research initiative.AM.PW.1.c

      4. d

        I can write content for instructional resources.AM.PW.1.d

    2. 2

      I can write well-organized texts for a variety of professional purposes.AM.PW.2

      1. a

        I can write letters of recommendation.AM.PW.2.a

      2. b

        I can write a project proposal or a report.AM.PW.2.b

      3. c

        I can write about the results of a survey and the recommendations that might follow.AM.PW.2.c

      4. d

        I can write a statement for a job application.AM.PW.2.d

      5. e

        I can write performance reviews or project evaluations.AM.PW.2.e

      6. f

        I can write brochures or other resources for clients or customers.AM.PW.2.f

    3. 3

      I can write well organized texts for a variety of general interest purposes.AM.PW.3

      1. a

        I can write an article for a special interest magazine.AM.PW.3.a

      2. b

        I can write a family or community history.AM.PW.3.b

      3. c

        I can write brochures or other resources for community events or fund raising.AM.PW.3.c

      4. d

        I can write promotional materials.AM.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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