Instructions

1.  In your group, read the assigned belief statement you have been assigned. Consider what your group thinks about your assigned statement.

• 1. We value all languages.Language proficiency is essential
  2. All students should learn a second language.
  3. Learning language through content is vital.
  4. Learning language through content is vital.
  5. Learning language through content is vital. 
  6. Teachers should model lifelong learning.
• 2.  Watch video segment 1.1 which introduces the five belief statements. Use the active viewing guide to take notes as you watch. (If you want to view this later or share with colleagues click the link here.) Think about your personal beliefs and if they are similar or different. You will use your notes in your group discussion after the segment is finished. 
• 3. In your group, discuss the following questions and come up with a shared answer. 

  1. Do they agree or disagree with the belief statement?

  2. What examples have they seen in their own classrooms or in their own experiences that relate to the statement?

  3. What can they do as teachers to promote the belief?

  4. What implications are there for classroom teachers?Each group will take 3-5 minutes to share their thoughts with the class. The facilitator will wrap up the discussion with his/her beliefs.