The ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL) is a web-based proficiency and performance assessment of K-12 standards-based language learning. It assesses tasks across the three modes of communication as defined by the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages. AAPPL often situates tasks within the context of today’s communication media. For example, test takers perform tasks such as participating in a virtual video chat, creating wikis, and e-mailing to demonstrate language ability.
AAPPL tasks are informed by the functions described in the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and ratings are assigned according to the ACTFL Performance Descriptors for Language Learners. Score reports identify a proficiency range along with pinpointing a narrower performance score.
Students in Grades 6-12 who are enrolled in World Languages courses at Level 2 and Level 4 will be administered the AAPPL to measure performance and proficiency in World Languages.
A single AAPPL Score, according to the ACTFL Performance Scale, is issued for each component of the test (Interpersonal Listening/Speaking, Presentational Writing, Interpretive Reading, and Interpretive Listening). Students receive an AAPPL Score Report consisting of an AAPPL Score for each component, an explanation of each score, and recommendations for improvement. These recommendations are based on the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines 2012.
Credit-by-Exam allows DoDEA high school students to take an exam to receive high school course credit in certain subjects in accordance with DoDEA Administrative Instruction 1367.01, High School Graduation Requirements and Policy and the annual graduation requirements DTM. Information on CBE assessment is available on the DoDEA Policy web site.
CBE allows DoDEA high school students to take an examination in order to receive high school credit. The opportunity for CBE exists in limited circumstances for DoDEA students are:
DoDEA uses the AAPPL assessment for CBE purposes in select World Languages Courses.
Please contact your child’s teacher or school administrator with any questions regarding World Languages assessments.