Recommendation:  C- average in previous English class.

Level I World Language courses enable students to discuss the many reasons for learning languages and to develop an understanding of the people who speak them.  Students develop strategies and skills in interpreting written and spoken language on familiar topics, exchanging basic information, and presenting on a variety of familiar topics.  Students strengthen their language proficiency and cultural knowledge by using current digital media and authentic resources. Instruction is 90% + in the target language as outlined by the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Standards.