Each module is a self-contained guide to learning about and evaluating a targeted ACTFL speaking level. Before beginning the modules, review the proficiency levels and corresponding features of speaker performance on the ACTFL Proficiency Levels chart.

Part 1

In this section, you will watch interviews of Spanish speakers and analyze the interview questions and speaker’s performance. You can complete Part 1 as a self-study resource or in a small group or workshop setting.

Overview

Table of Contents:

Module	ACTFL level	Targeted Linguistic Feature	Topic
Module 1.1	Novice Low/Mid	Produce words and phrases	Hometown
Module 1.2	Novice High	Sometimes but not consistently maintain simple conversation	Family, Hometown
Module 1.3	Intermediate Low/Mid	Consistently maintain simple conversation	Academic Major
Module 1.4	Intermediate High	Sometimes but not consistently maintain simple conversation	The Past
Module 1.5	Intermediate High	Explain and describe in detail	Apartment Living
Module 1.6	Advanced Low/ Mid	Tell stories about past events	Other Countries
Module 1.7	Advanced Low/ Mid	Express (and sometimes support) opinions on abstract issues	Sports

Part 2

In the second part of this resource, you will watch interviews of Spanish learners, create your own video/audio oral proficiency interview, and discuss and analyze the interview questions and speaker performance. Part 2 should be completed in pairs or small groups.

Overview

Table of Contents:

Module	ACTFL Level	Topic	Interview Prompt
Module 2.1	Intermediate Low/Mid	Hometown	¿Cómo es tu ciudad?
Module 2.2	Intermediate Low/Mid	Family	Cuéntame un poco de tu familia.
Module 2.3	Intermediate Low/Mid	Academic Major	¿Cuál es tu especialidad aquí en la universidad? ¿Por qué te interesa?
Module 2.4	Intermediate High	Comparison	¿Cómo se compara tu ciudad con Austin?
Module 2.5	Intermediate High	Apartment Living	¿Cuáles son las ventajas y desventajas de vivir en casa en lugar de vivir en una residencia o en un apartamento?
Module 2.6	Advanced Low/Mid	The Past	¿Cuál fue la experience más chocante para ti cuando eras joven?
Module 2.7	Advanced Low/Mid	Other countries	¿Has viajado a otros países? Cuéntame sobre tu viaje más reciente.
Module 2.8	Advanced High/Superior	Sports	¿Qué opinas de la importancia que se le da a los deportes en esta universidad?
Module 2.9	Advanced High/Superior	Politics	¿Es importante saber de la política si eres estudiante?