Arabic Instruction in the Elementary School:

• Is organized to help students become more proficient in the language. Performance and proficiency targets are provided for each unit, but are adjustable for more advanced learners.

• Follows thematic units which use content as context for learning so students can connect their learning to the world and previous knowledge.

• Is taught in an environment which uses Arabic 90% or more of the time.

• Weaves culture into every unit so that students can analyze practices, products, and perspectives of other cultures and themselves.

• Integrates voice, choice, and lots of hands-on learning so that students can take ownership of their learning.

• Employs varied assessment strategies to help to measure student performance along the way.

• Integrates deep questioning and critical thinking skills along the way.