Virtual academy for world languages opens
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November 24, 2010
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11/24/2010 6:41 AM
At the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) 2010 Conference, Middlebury Interactive Languages (MIL) unveiled MiddWorld Online, a virtual academy for world language learning.
Based on Middlebury College’s nearly 100 years of academic language experience, MiddWorld Online offers features such as:
? Immersion methodology that encourages students to use the language
? Coursework created by a team of Middlebury instructors and language experts from around the world
? Culturally-authentic content, including video shot across four continents
? An extracurricular activities portal that offers engaging and fun activities
? Alignment with ACTFL national standards for proficiency in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and culture