SECTION 210:15-3-142. Communities

(a)   Standard: Schools and Global Communities. Learners use the language both within and beyond the classroom to interact and collaborate in their community and the globalized world.

(1)   Novice Level Range. Oklahoma Learner Targets for students of world languages are designed from a student perspective. The novice level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Schools and Global Communities are:

(A)   I can identify career paths that are enhanced by proficiency in another language.

(B)   I can practice oral or written use of the target language with others outside the classroom.

(C)   I can communicate on a personal level with speakers of the target language.

(D)   I can produce short presentations for a variety of audiences.

(2)   Intermediate Level Range. The intermediate level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Schools and Global Communities are:

(A)   I can investigate and/or participate in activities where the ability to communicate in a second language is beneficial.

(B)   I can communicate with others who speak or have a working knowledge of the target language about a variety of topics.

(C)   I can communicate on a personal level with a native speaker.

(D)   I can take part in language-related activities to benefit my school and/or community.

(3)   Advanced Level Range. The advanced level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Schools and Global Communities are:

(A)   I can articulate the benefits of being able to communicate in more than one language.

(B)   I can interact appropriately in the target language in real-life situations.

(C)   I can contribute equally in personal communications with a native speaker.

(D)   I can provide services within and beyond the school community using the target language.

(b)   Standard: Lifelong Learning. Learners set goals and reflect on their progress in using languages for enjoyment, enrichment, and advancement.

(1)   Novice Level Range. The novice level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Lifelong Learning are:

(A)   I can demonstrate a willingness to interact with native speakers.

(B)   I can discover and explore a variety of entertainment sources representative of the target culture.

(C)   I can identify current issues of interest within the target culture.

(D)   I can discover and explore samples of art, literature, and music representative of the target culture.

(2)   Intermediate Level Range. The intermediate level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Lifelong Learning are:

(A)   I can exchange information with native speakers about topics of personal interest.

(B)   I can explore various target language resources to expand my knowledge of individual hobbies or interests.

(C)   I can research current issues of interest using various target language or culture sources.

(D)   I can demonstrate extracurricular use of target language media as a source of entertainment.

(3)   Advanced Level Range. The advanced level Oklahoma Learner Targets for Lifelong Learning are:

(A)   I can initiate and sustain long-term associations with others proficient in the language.

(B)   I can use a variety of sources for entertainment or personal growth.

(C)   I can critically discuss current issues within the target culture.

(D)   I can pursue personal interests in various aspects of the target culture.

(c)   Communities Goal for Classical Languages. Classical languages participate in this goal area, although the community of speakers of ancient Greek and Latin is limited. Classroom discussion of Communities may be in English, with consistent reference to the target language. Through the internet, students have access to 21^st-century materials written in ancient Greek and Latin. They make educated guesses about words and structures in other languages, such as Spanish and French. Latin and Greek students build a foundation for future exploration of Western language and culture.

(d)   Communities Goal for Native American Languages. Native American languages participate in this goal area. Individuals, families, and communities are reconnecting with their tribal languages through the use of social media (language apps, Facebook and Twitter pages) and online community forums. Students may participate in active learning environments (tribal gatherings, gospel singings, pow-wows, ceremonies, church, and sports) and tribal events. Students acquire and engage in a "tribal" language that allows them to participate in the preservation and revitalization of a "living language" for personal enjoyment, enrichment, and perpetuation for future generations.

[Source: Added at 32 Ok Reg 711, eff 8-13-15]