German Pilot and CALL Lab Project
Abstract
One of the challenges facing Hanscom Air Force Base (HAFB) students is finding a World Language program that meets their level of proficiency as they enter a new school and being able to continue developing their level of proficiency as they transfer out. Upon entering Bedford High School, HAFB students will find courses in French, Spanish and Latin at beginning through advanced levels. One language that we currently do not offer is German, which according to a survey of HAFB students, was a language many wanted to continue because they had been learning it while stationed in Germany or wanted to learn because they would be stationed in Germany in the future. One aim of this grant is to add German to our current language offerings. A second aim of this grant is to create a pathway through Computer Assisted Language Leaming (CALL) and a hybrid instructional model that would allow students to continue on their path towards proficiency in any of the languages they study at Bedford High School. With access to a CALL Lab, students could continue their language study even if the school they transfer to does not offer the language they were studying. Our school district prides itself on helping students achieve the Seal of Biliteracy upon graduation. This project would help students achieve that goal even if they do not stay at Bedford High School through graduation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Oct 21, 2024
- Source ID
- HE12542415007
Entities
People
- Adam J. Bailey
Organizations
- Department of Defense Education Activity
- United States Department of Defense