Advocacy Topics

World languages and computer coding

Several states have proposed changes to their high school graduation and university admissions requirements that would allow students to count technical or trade courses (e.g. computer programming) towards second/world language requirements. ACTFL has published position papers on the topic:

Supporting the Study of World Languages and Computer Science

Class Size and Enrollment Caps

Class size has become one of the most debated topics in education, at all levels K-16. This page aims to provide up-to-date information to help LPDs articulate their program goals and advocate for improvements in L2 instruction at their institutions.

ADFL Policy Statement on Class Size
ACTFL Position Statement on Class Size as a Factor Influencing Language Learning