World Language Technical Options

While evaluating alternatives to traditional world language instruction, we must consider current research to guide our efforts. We will review the “no significant difference” reports as teachers examine innovations in online learning and traditional expectations for quality instruction.

Traditional classroom courses

local classroom courses

Wisconsin Youth Options courses (11-12)

Distance learning courses (KSCADE, WADEN)

Blended learning courses

Blackboard delivered courses (VHS examples of local teacher created)

Top Ten Learning German software/services

Rosetta Stone online

Tell Me More software/services

Elluminate interactive

Virtual learning courses

e2020 courses

WiscNet Digital Districts Online brokered courses - AMDG, Apex Learning, Appleton-Kiel Partnership, Aventa Learning, Calvert School, CESA #12, CESA #2, ElementK, Florida Virtual School, Kiel ESchool, Laurel Springs/Aurora, University of Wisconsin Madison Office of Education Outreach, UW-Colleges Online - Students, UW Colleges Online - Teachers, UW Platteville Office of Continuing Education, UW River Falls, Winsconsin Virtual School

MMSD collection: AMDG, Apex Learning, Appleton eSchool, Aventa Learning, Co-nect, Connected University, Ed Tech Leaders Online (ETLO), Educational Testing Service, ElementK, Florida Virtual School, Kiel ESchool, Laurel Springs/Aurora, Learning Point Associates, Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison Virtual Campus, SKOnline, Wisconsin eSchool Network, Wisconsin Virtual School

Commercial online courses

Aventa Learning

Advanced Academics