United States · Common Core State Standards
12th Grade World Languages
This course prepares senior students for high level communicative competence by exploring complex global issues and cultural nuances. Students synthesize advanced grammar and vocabulary to engage in professional and academic discourse within the target language.
Identity and Interculturality
Students explore the intersection of personal identity and cultural heritage through the lens of history and modern society.
Analysis of how family history and migration shape the way individuals perceive themselves in a globalized world.
Investigating the origins of cultural stereotypes and developing strategies to challenge them in conversation.
Defining the responsibilities and benefits of belonging to a global community while maintaining local ties.
Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
An examination of ecological challenges and the diverse ways different cultures approach environmental protection.
Comparing how various target language cultures view the relationship between humanity and the natural world.
Researching green technologies and urban planning initiatives originating from target language countries.
Discussing the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable populations and the role of international activism.
The Digital Age and Media Literacy
Students analyze the impact of technology on communication and the importance of critical thinking in the digital sphere.
Evaluating how digital platforms have transformed social interactions and language use among teenagers.
Developing skills to identify bias and fake news in target language media sources.
Exploring the cultural and ethical implications of AI and automated translation in the future of work.
Contemporary Aesthetics and Artistic Expression
A deep dive into how modern art, cinema, and literature reflect the current social climate of the target culture.
Analyzing contemporary films to understand the social issues currently facing target language speakers.
Exploring graffiti and public art as forms of political and social commentary in urban centers.
Reading short stories or poetry that challenge the status quo and give voice to marginalized groups.
Economic Systems and Career Readiness
Students prepare for professional life by learning about business etiquette and the global economy in the target language.
Mastering the formal register and cultural norms required for successful professional interactions.
Analyzing the impact of globalization on local economies and consumer habits in target language regions.
Discussing remote work trends and the skills necessary to thrive in an international workforce.
Human Rights and Social Justice
A capstone unit focusing on universal human rights and the specific social movements within the target culture.
Examining the causes of migration and the human rights challenges faced by displaced persons.
Analyzing the progress and hurdles toward gender equity in target language societies.
Designing a community project or campaign to address a social issue relevant to the target culture.