Changing world language standards for NYC

1. World Languages
in NYCDOE:
New Standards,
New Approaches,
New Resources
Jill Schimmel
Senior Director, World Languages
The Division of Multilingual Learners
July 2022

2. World Languages in NYCDOE
Resources

3. Resources for All Teachers
Learn about resources for Multilingual Learners here.
● All high schools should offer the New York State Seal of Biliteracy to their
students.
● NEW website with resources to support MLs/ELLs across content areas:
https://tinyurl.com/NYCMultilingual.
Preparing for the 2021 New York State World Language Standards:
● World Language modules 1-3 here.
● Instructional videos for students and teachers:
https://tinyurl.com/NYCWorldLangVideos.
● What are the AP course themes?
● What are the 3 Ps of culture?
● How do we interpret an infographic?
● Engaging novice students in breakout room interpersonal discussions
● NEW: Proficiency Fellows Panel Discussion: learn how small changes can
make a big impact.
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4. Additional Resources for NYCDOE Teachers
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Professional Learning!
● World Language Wednesdays (engaging with the new standards, resources)
● 22-23 PLs in planning, subscribe to Multilingual Monthly to get notified.
● Language-specific PLCs
TeachHub lessons (mini-units)- DOE login required
● Backwards-designed, tagged with the modes of communication and can-do statements
● Five essential moments of a lesson
● Designed to serve as a model for your own planning
● Spanish folders include multiple units (lesson sequences) available with student-facing
slides and a unit plan.
DML World Languages Stream Channel
● Core Practices Webinar Series
● PD recordings
Resources:
● “Accelerating Learning for Heritage Speakers” Document

5. Looking Ahead
➢ Consider where you are on the
continuum to proficiency-centered
teaching.
Reach out to
me anytime: jschimmel@schools.nyc.gov
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