Determining Instructional Pace

Guidelines for Selecting the Most Appropriate Pace

In World Languages, we base our levels on the pace of instruction. When selecting a language pace, students are encouraged to consider the following descriptions.

Please note: It is easier to change paces earlier in the school year than later.

College Preparatory (Latin, French and Spanish only):

College Preparatory World Language classes are paced to ensure students have ample in-class practice with essential linguistic structures and high frequency vocabulary. There is extensive guided practice provided in class.

Homework emphasizes skills practice and structured application.

Honors (All languages):

Honors World Language classes are taught at a moderate pace and require moderate amounts of preparation outside of the classroom. Instruction focuses on essential linguistic structures, high frequency and enrichment vocabulary, and there is some repetition.

Homework blends skills practice with skills application.

Accelerated (All languages):

Accelerated World Language classes are taught at a fast pace and require a significant amount of preparation outside of the classroom. Instruction integrates complex linguistic structures, extensive vocabulary, and there is a limited amount of in-class guided practice and limited repetition. Accelerated courses are excellent preparation for the Advanced Placement course.

Homework generally focuses on students’ application of skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening).