Spanish Language Arts Framework (Marco ALE)

The purpose of WIDA’s Spanish language arts framework, Marco de referencia de las artes del lenguaje del español (Marco ALE), is to provide the key elements for the development of standards and the teaching of Spanish language arts. Therefore, the Marco ALE is presented in two documents:

• Standards design and enhancement: Aplicación para la actualización y desarrollo de estándares
• Teaching and learning: Aplicación para la enseñanza

These documents provide guidelines for the implementation of Marco ALE, while highlighting the linguistic and academic opportunities for bi/multilingual students learning Spanish.

Learn more about Marco ALE here: https://wida.wisc.edu/teach/spanish/marco-ale

WIDA needs your help!

In 2019, WIDA will introduce a standards-based instructional framework. Throughout 2018-2021, educators across the consortium will be invited to engage in a 3-year implementation process. You can help support the development of this framework by providing input about the draft version. ALL stakeholders involved in language learner education are invited to comment to make sure this work meets the needs of their students. The draft will be posted and open for public feedback from March 22 to April 20, 2018. Click on the links below for more information!

WIDA Standards Update Announcement Flyer
Instructions and Drafts for Review Website