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Foreign Language Overview

RCIS recognizes the importance of language learning and believe
that all students should become proficient in at least one
language in addition to English by the time they graduate.
Learning to communicate in another language is vital to
participation in our global economy. Skills learned in the context
of second language acquisition have been shown to contribute to
increased cognitive development and to stronger academic
performance overall.
Students have the opportunity to select between German or
French.
The language curricula is diversified, balanced and designed to
assist students in reaching articulated levels of performance in all
foreign language skills. Instructional strategies are consistent
with the school’s mission statement and reflect current research
in teaching and learning. These strategies and practices are
varied and appropriate, engaging students in progressively higher
order thinking activities. The use of appropriate technology is
incorporated into all areas of instruction.
The framework is built on the five major skills:
- Listening
- Reading and viewing
- Spoken Interaction
- Spoken Production
- Handwriting