InquirersYou ask how to translate new

vocabulary and expressions.

You look up new vocabulary online or

in a dictionary.

You ask “why” phrases are translated

in certain ways.

You ask questions about French-

speaking cultures.

KnowledgeableYou can recall

vocabulary in spoken and written formats.

You can identify parts of speech in French

expressions.

You can conjugate verbs and make adjectives agree according to the

subject.

You can combine words to form

coherent statements and questions.

Critical Thinkers

You ponder issues in French-speaking

countries and contemplate

solutions.

You draw connections between your native culture and French-speaking cultures.

You consider ways to include immigrants in

our country and communities.

Your writing and speech are clear and well understood by

native speakers.

You speak up when you do not

understand concepts.

Communicators

You can use circumlocution to communicate in a

variety of levels and phrase ideas in a

variety of formats.

You help others voice their confusion or help translate teacher talk

to your peers.

Risk-takers

You add detail to your speech and writing,

moving beyond memorized phrases

and vocabulary.

You participate in class.

You are willing to be the first to try a new

activity.

You are willing to speak French in front

of others.

Open-MindedYou share your

experiences with speaking French.

You listen to your classmates’

comments and respond positively.

You consider how your native culture is similar or different to

other cultures.

You welcome opportunities to experience other

cultures first-hand or interact with native

speakers.

BalancedYou value learning

language skills as well as developing cultural

awareness.

You are equally skilled in listening, speaking, reading, and writing

French.

You are willing to experiment with different learning styles and study

methods.

ReflectiveYou can recall prior

learning and relate it to new vocabulary,

grammar, and cultural concepts.

You can explain how and why you made mistakes in your

writing and speech.

You can identify vocabulary and

grammar skills that you should study

further.

You are patient with other students and

your teacher.

You help others understand when they

are confused.

Caring

You are willing to share notes and school supplies.

You volunteer to help with classroom

procedures.

You consider ways to help others by using

French skills.

You take responsibility for work owed from

absence.

You are honest in completing work and

tests.

Principled

You ensure that others have equal opportunities to

participate in class.

You are patient with and accepting of other students.

You are respectful of others when they make mistakes.