International Languages in the Global Community Final SPP

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Ontario and Multiculturalism The Ontario Ministry of Education “is committed to ensuring that the philosophy of multiculturalism permeates all aspects of school life and that all children are able to see their own culture, and the culture of others, reflected in the curriculum.” International Languages Resource Guide, 1994. Ministry of Education

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International Languages in Ontario The International Languages Program: was established in 1977; is funded through a grant by the Ministry of Education; as per Ministry requirement, IL is offered in one of the following modes of delivery: Saturday Program Summer Program Extended Day Program After-school Program

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Over 15 language communities Over 16,000 learners Over 200 teachers Adult and Continuing Education Dept. We serve International Languages: Saturday - Summer - Extended Day

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The Italian program is offered : in 21 schools in Maple and Woodbridge; to over 10,000; to students of different backgrounds; to an average of 98.5%; in 481 classes from JK to GR. 8. Enrolment International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program St. Padre Pio

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At various levels of fluency, students will listen and talk: about a variety of simple everyday topics about short oral texts in communicative language through dialogues Students will express feelings and ideas in L2 through: Drama Singing Storytelling Puppet shows Presentations Linguistic Games Students will be exposed to, research and present on many aspects of Italian culture: Italian arts and history Popular singers Famous Italians Italian hallmarks etc. Students will: read and write a variety of simple texts (150 to 200 words long) express ideas in writing for specific purposes show understanding of basic grammar rules A central goal of the program is the balance of: Oral communication Reading and Writing Culture and Traditions Viewing and Representing Program Overview International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program

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Approved Curriculum Resources International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program

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Type of Curriculum Authentic, purposeful and meaningful Game and activity-driven Fun and interactive International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program Drama-based and communicative

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The Program provides a balance of teacher-directed and student-initiated activities: Storytelling Songs and Dance Language Games Types of Activities International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program Plays and skits Paper and Pencil Group Work Projects Reading and Writing

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Tests and Quizzes Activity Sheets and Booklets Projects and Oral Presentations Evaluation Rubrics Performance Tasks Drama Performances Assessment and Evaluation International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program

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BENEFITS of the International Languages Program ESL and Literacy Support Personal Growth Career Enhancement Identity

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Curriculum Pamphlet International Languages The Italian Extended Day Program Ask for a at the Language Office curriculum pamphlet For details…

If we want the part of the country that is humane and tolerant to continue on into our future, we need to educate the next generation to be tolerant, open.  What better way to do this than through learning languages? Roseann Runte : 

Indeed, they will enroll your child in the Italian program! participatein If we want the part of the country that is humane and tolerant to continue on into our future, we need to educate the next generation to be tolerant, open.  What better way to do this than through learning languages? Roseann Runte Open up a wider world

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