Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Intermediate High Language Competencies

Other Utah World Languages sets

Interpretive Listening

  • IL.

    I can easily understand the main idea in messages and presentations on a variety of topics related to everyday life and personal interests and studies. I can usually understand a few details of what I overhear in conversations, even when something unexpected is expressed. I can sometimes follow what I hear about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.IL

    1. 1

      I can easily understand straightforward information or interactions.IH.IL.1

      1. a

        I can understand the descriptions of avatars in a new video game.IH.IL.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand an interview between a student reporter and foreign visitors about activities they have done and are planning to do while in town.IH.IL.1.b

      3. c

        I can understand a tour guide's description of a city's history and attractions.IH.IL.1.c

    2. 2

      I can understand a few details in ads, announcements and other simple recordings.IH.IL.2

      1. a

        I can understand a few details about a nutritional recommendation in a public service health announcement.IH.IL.2.a

      2. b

        I can understand the services offered in an ad about a car repair service.IH.IL.2.b

      3. c

        I can understand a few details from public service announcements such as severe weather warnings or safety alerts.IH.IL.2.c

    3. 3

      I can sometimes understand situations with complicating factors.IH.IL.3

      1. a

        I can understand a voice message from an exchange student telling why she will be late.IH.IL.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand a phone message about a change in meeting times and place.IH.IL.3.b

      3. c

        I can understand a voice message from the airlines about changes to a flight schedule.IH.IL.3.c

Interpretive Reading

  • IR.

    I can easily understand the main idea of texts related to everyday life, personal interests, and studies. I can sometimes follow stories and descriptions about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.IR

    1. 1

      I can understand accounts of personal events or experiences.IH.IR.1

      1. a

        I can understand information about an upcoming excursion, such as a class trip or company event.IH.IR.1.a

      2. b

        I can understand a friend's postcard describing their family vacation.IH.IR.1.b

      3. c

        I can understand descriptions of a Peace Corps volunteer's daily life.IH.IR.1.c

    2. 2

      I can sometimes follow short, written instructions when supported by visuals.IH.IR.2

      1. a

        I can follow the instructions to use an ATM machine.IH.IR.2.a

      2. b

        I can follow the instructions to make an online purchase.IH.IR.2.b

      3. c

        I can follow simple directions to do an experiment in a science class.IH.IR.2.c

      4. d

        I can understand the basic instructions for playing a video game.IH.IR.2.d

    3. 3

      I can understand the main idea of and a few supporting facts about famous people and historic events.IH.IR.3

      1. a

        I can read a short summary of a historical figure's accomplishments.IH.IR.3.a

      2. b

        I can understand the main idea and a few supporting facts about a scientific discovery from a summarized account.IH.IR.3.b

Interpersonal Communication

  • IC.

    I can participate with ease and confidence in conversations on familiar topics. I can usually talk about events and experiences in various timeframes. I can usually describe people, places, and things. I can handle social interactions in everyday situations, sometimes even when there is an unexpected complication.IH.IC

    1. 1

      I can exchange information related to areas of mutual interest.IH.IC.1

      1. a

        I can provide information about specific events.IH.IC.1.a

      2. b

        I can ask for and provide information about a hobby or lifestyle, such as bicycling, vegetarianism, video games, or sports.IH.IC.1.b

      3. c

        I can ask for and provide descriptions of places I know and also places I would like to visit.IH.IC.1.c

      4. d

        I can talk about my family history.IH.IC.1.d

      5. e

        I can talk about jobs and career plans.IH.IC.1.e

    2. 2

      I can use my language to do a task that requires multiple steps.IH.IC.2

      1. a

        I can give the basic rules of a game or sport and answer questions about them.IH.IC.2.a

      2. b

        I can ask for, follow, and give instructions for preparing food.IH.IC.2.b

      3. c

        I can ask for and follow directions to get from one place to another.IH.IC.2.c

      4. d

        I can tell someone how to access information online.IH.IC.2.d

      5. e

        I can explain basic rules, policies, or laws that affect us in a debate format.IH.IC.2.e

    3. 3

      I can use my language to handle a situation that may have a complication.IH.IC.3

      1. a

        I can arrange for a make-up exam or reschedule an appointment.IH.IC.3.a

      2. b

        I can return an item I have purchased to a store.IH.IC.3.b

      3. c

        I can plan an outing with a group of friends.IH.IC.3.c

Presentational Speaking

  • PS.

    I can make presentations in a generally organized way on school, work, and community topics, and on topics I have researched. I can make some presentations on events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.PS

    1. 1

      I can present information on academic and work topics.IH.PS.1

      1. a

        I can present ideas about something I have learned, such as an historical event, a famous person, or a current environmental issue.IH.PS.1.a

      2. b

        I can explain a series of steps needed to complete a task or experiment.IH.PS.1.b

      3. c

        I can explain to someone who was absent what took place in class or on the job.IH.PS.1.c

      4. d

        I can present my qualifications and goals for an academic program, training, or job.IH.PS.1.d

    2. 2

      I can make a presentation on events, activities and topics of particular interest.IH.PS.2

      1. a

        I can make a presentation on something I learned from the media.IH.PS.2.a

      2. b

        I can make a presentation about an interesting person.IH.PS.2.b

      3. c

        I can summarize a personal, historical, or cultural event.IH.PS.2.c

      4. d

        I can give a presentation about my interests, hobbies, lifestyle, or preferred activities.IH.PS.2.d

      5. e

        I can make a presentation about the history or current status of a school, organization, or company.IH.PS.2.e

      6. f

        I can make a presentation about future plans.IH.PS.2.f

    3. 3

      I can present my point of view and provide reasons to support it.IH.PS.3

      1. a

        I can make a presentation on rules or policies such as cell phone use, dress code, or requirements for driving and explain my viewpoint.IH.PS.3.a

      2. b

        I can share and justify my opinion on common issues such as allowances for children, curfews for teenagers, budget-related topics, etc.IH.PS.3.b

      3. c

        I can explain my point of view on current event topics such as recycling, nutrition and exercise, the food supply, conserving energy resources, extreme weather events, etc.IH.PS.3.c

Presentational Writing

  • PW.

    I can write on topics related to school, work, and community in a generally organized way. I can write some simple paragraphs about events and experiences in various timeframes.IH.PW

    1. 1

      I can write about school and academic topics.IH.PW.1

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about something I have learned.IH.PW.1.a

      2. b

        I can write a series of steps needed to complete a task, such as for an experiment.IH.PW.1.b

      3. c

        I can prepare notes for someone who was absent from class or school.IH.PW.1.c

      4. d

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.1.d

    2. 2

      I can write about work and career topics.IH.PW.2

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about an assignment or task.IH.PW.2.a

      2. b

        I can document the series of steps needed to complete a task or project.IH.PW.2.b

      3. c

        I can prepare notes for someone who is new or has been absent from a project, team, or work meeting.IH.PW.2.c

      4. d

        I can draft a work plan.IH.PW.2.d

      5. e

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.2.e

    3. 3

      I can write about community topics and events.IH.PW.3

      1. a

        I can write a simple summary about something I have researched.IH.PW.3.a

      2. b

        I can write the content for a multi-media presentation, a handout, a synopsis, etc.IH.PW.3.b

      3. c

        I can write the steps needed to complete a task, such as for a community event or a fund raiser.IH.PW.3.c

      4. d

        I can summarize what has been happening in the community for someone who is new or has been away.IH.PW.3.d

    4. 4

      I can write about an entertainment or social event.IH.PW.4

      1. a

        I can summarize a conversation or interview that I had with someone.IH.PW.4.a

      2. b

        I can describe an event that I participated in or witnessed.IH.PW.4.b

      3. c

        I can write a brief summary of the plot of a movie or an episode of a TV show.IH.PW.4.c

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
World Languages (2014-)

Find this useful?

If so, you'll love the standards search built into Common Planner.

Keep exploring

Keep exploring World Languages standards

Sibling grade bands, other subjects in this jurisdiction, and the same subject across other states.