Operation World Language Success (OWLS)
Abstract
Operation World Language Success (OWLS) Project will expand and enhance world language programs within San Diego Unified School District. Services are targeted within six elementary, three middle and two high schools. Project objectives: (1) Expand access to World Language courses leading to the Seal of Biliteracy, (2) Effectively use computer-assisted instruction or distance learning, to establish course offerings of one world language course not currently offered. Project activities are planning, needs assessment and professional development, implementation of an after-school enrichment Foreign Language Elementary Experience (FLEX) program, addition of an introductory world language course at middle schools, provision of AP World Language preparation courses or tutoring to students at high schools and to establish one new online world language course. The intended outcomes, as measured through an independent evaluation process are: (1) Increase the number of military-connected students in grades 12, who complete a four-year course of world language or earn a passing score on an AP language exam and who earn the CA Seal of Biliteracy, (2) Increase the percentage of military connected 8th grade students who demonstrate readiness for success in higher level world language courses in high school by completing Spanish 3,4 with scores of 3 or higher on the district created, standards-aligned World Language Critical Concepts and Proficiency Scales at the Novice High level, and (3) Increase the percentage of military connected students in 5th grade within target elementary schools who commit to enrollment in a three year World Language course of study in Middle School.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Oct 06, 2022
- Source ID
- HE12542211001
Entities
People
- Michelle Einspar
Organizations
- Department of Defense Education Activity
- United States Department of Defense