American Council On The Teaching Of Foreign Languages Inc

Professional development services: professional development and education programs provide guidance to the organization's members regarding the teaching and learning of languages. For example, the organization provides guidance for developing standards, instruction, and curriculum, and develops publications and performance assessments through workshops, webinars, and other learning modules. In addition, the organization sponsors proficiency-based workshops held annually around the country. Language professionals participating in the workshops may pursue certification and receive a professional credential.

Outreach and advocacy: the organization issues press releases and makes other information available to the public through its website and publications to educate the public and policymakers about the need for language education.

Research and assessments: the organization has been engaged in language test development matched to the organization's internationally recognized proficiency guidelines. The organization's assessment of performance toward proficiency in languages (aappl) is the most recent assessment.