What’s the secret to expanding an Arabic program at a secondary school and building a love of language learning among students?  Ustaaz Fadi  has played a vital role in the creation, expansion and management of the World Language Curriculum at a state-funded school in Chicago. Hear from Fadi about his experience teaching Arabic and engaging students and communities, as well as his advice for teachers and administrators.  References: ACTFL: https://www.actfl.org  Global Seal of Biliteracy: an organization that offers a digital, portable credential for language proficiency: https://theglobalseal.com/international-landing  Journal Article: “Expanding Assessment Options for Learners and Speakers of Less Commonly Tested Languages”:  https://ncta.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/JNCTA/04.14.23%20-%20NCTA%20Journal%20of%20Testing%20Vol%206%2C.pdf  Glossary: CI Activity: Comprehensible Input Activity TPRS: Teaching Proficiency Through Reading and Storytelling AP curriculum: The AP Program offers college-level courses and exams that students take in secondary schools in the US CIEE: The Council on International Educational Exchange is a non-profit organization promoting international education and exchange ACTFL:  American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at [email protected]. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Qatar Foundation International (QFI). Follow us on: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube

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