To add an online publisher’s course to a school’s “A-G” course list, the school will select “Adopt
an online publisher course” from the submission menu once logged into the A-G Course
Management Portal (https://hs-articulation.ucop.edu/agcmp). From there, select the online
publisher’s name and course title. Once in the submission form, provide school-specific information, such as transcript abbreviations and/or course codes. Then submit the course for processing.
Note: This can only be done between Feb. 1 and September 15th .
Only schools issuing full high school diplomas have CEEB codes. LanguageBird® is accredited
by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia to specialize in world language studies. LanguageBird does not offer a full high school diploma.
1. In the “High School” section of the “Academic History” tab, search for LanguageBird once or twice and it will not come up. After searching two or three times, there will be an option at the bottom of the grey box there will be an option to manually input the school. This is highlighted in yellow in the following screenshot. Select that option and manually enter the school: LanguageBird.
2. Enter LanguageBird as a school you attended and include the terms when you attended. (Later you will be able to enter the course(s) under the Language Other Than English (LOTE - E) area, the term(s) when you took them and the grade(s) you received.)
3. Enter the grading system (A B C D F), the term system (Semester (2 final grades per year)), select “No” to indicate that you will not be graduating from LanguageBird, and then press “Save & continue”.
How do you indicate on the application more details about LanguageBird?
You can only provide additional information about a school in an "additional information" section. You can write something like: LanguageBird is accredited by WASC and Cognia and is UC A-G and NCAA approved. It is an online language school where students are taught one-to-one live via video chat with a native speaking instructor at an accelerated pace.
What if the student is still enrolled and not finished with a course by the time the application is due? What will the transcript look like?
If the student has finished 12 lessons they will get a mid-year grade (semester). That can be represented in the application. All classes planned but not yet taken or completed get logged onto the application as either "Planned" or "in Progress".
For any further questions regarding the UC application please contact the UC directly:
Steps:
1. Start with academic history and high schools attended. You want to list all schools you attended including LangaugeBird
2. Click on add a High School 3. To be able to add LanguageBird, enter in "United States" for country and for the zip code enter "90023". 4. LanguageBird will not be on the list of schools returned, but that’s okay! Click the link at the bottom that says "can't find your school? 5. Add LanguageBird as a high school you attended as follows: 6. Select Semester as the term type 7. You will likely have already entered the high school you will graduate from into the application before you add LanguageBird. You will then see your high school as well as LanguageBird and any other schools listed at the top of the screen. Select the bubble for getting your high school diploma. 8. Proceed to enter in the course you took and the grades you earned. If a course is in progress, you will select "IP". If a course is planned in the future, select "planned."
Steps:
1. Select the Common App tab (across the top), then select the Education page (vertical on the left). Then in the Other Schools section on the Education page, click “Find school.” Type in “LanguageBird” and scroll to the "I do not see my school listed." option and then click “Continue”
2. Add in the information for LanguageBird. Name, School Type, Country, State, and Zip code are required.
3. Navigate to Courses and Grades.
4. LanguageBird should now appear in the school list.
1. In the High School Information section, click the add a high school button. Then select “US High School”.
2. Choose “California” as the state and type in LanguageBird for the school name. Then choose “School Not Found”
3. After selecting “School Not Found” you will be able to fill out the following information for LanguageBird. Also fill in the dates when you attended. (There is a previous attendance section as well, which you do not need to fill out and can remove if you attended courses without large breaks.)
We've put together a helpful page with information on how we learn at LanguageBird to prepare you for your cultural and linguistic journey. Learn More.
The first lesson is an Assessment Lesson where the instructor will assess your current language proficiency by referring to our NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Checklist from the previous level. Students who enter Level 2 of a language should be able to accomplish 90%of the Can-Do statements from Level 1.
LanguageBird's course syllabuses are aligned to ACTFL standards. We promote textbook free teaching and rely on NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements Statements to guide learning aims for each level. Instructors use a variety of non textbook resources to teach the course including; digital tools, open ended resources from the internet and video content. Our courses are WASC accredited and UC and NCAA approved. The curriculum is essential to give some structure to each lesson and ensure you grasp key concepts which will prepare you for future studies at the university and beyond!
This depends on your level. Immersion is the goal. Instructors focus on using the target language in class as much as possible. However, sometimes it will be helpful to use English for a quick translation or explanation and that’s acceptable. As you improve, English will become less and less necessary.
Of course, if you are a very beginner (levels 1-2 +), all of our teachers are fully bi-lingual and will switch back and forth between English and the language you are studying.
LanguageBird promotes textbook free learning. Teaching materials are linked to the Syllabus. In addition, students will use a variety of current and timely educational resources available online: pictures, music, news sources and cultural studies related sites. These will be provided online by the teacher.
Yes! At the conclusion of your course, your teacher will assess you and give you a final grade. This may be at the semester or at the end of the full year courses. A grade of A-F (just like in school) will be given. This is only for Courses for Credit.
At LanguageBird, you will learn one-to-one with an expert instructor who will design lessons to accommodate your interests and learning style, and they will teach at a pace that is comfortable yet challenges you. This means that instructors have the ability to observe progress over time and assess/evaluate your progress. Our teaching philosophy is about demonstrating mastery of material using project-based learning and not evaluating based on one test or one assignment. You are assessed in terms of growth over time as well as your willingness to participate in conversation, attendance, homework completion and overall progress. You will have the opportunity after each lesson to get feedback from your teacher. Your instructor will prepare Lesson Notes after each class outlining what you learned, what you need to improve on, and how you did in class that day. A rubric is located on the Lesson Note and you will receive a participation and homework grade after each lesson. This way, all along you will know how your teacher is assessing you.
LanguageBird is project-based. At the culmination of the semester or full year course you will be expected to turn in a project to your instructor. Depending on your level of study this could involve a variety of activities but will always include: research, writing, listening, creating and speaking. Your final project is turned in at the end of the course to your instructor. Often it is presented and your teacher will ask you questions. Sometimes it is filmed and turned in. The student will always have input and choice as to the topic of their project.
We do not offer an AP curriculum as that is a very particular and prescribed curriculum designed to teach to a test. LanguageBird does not teach to a test. We focus more on oral competencies and getting students to feel confident speaking with a native speaker. If a student successfully finishes our level 4 course, usually, they are ready to prepare for the Global Seal of Biliteracy, AP test, or other proficency exams. Our students can take the Global Seal of Biliteracy, AP, or other proficency exams in the language if it is offered. Students can prepare by having test prep lessons with our instructors or taking timed practice tests on their own.
We do not offer honors courses, but we do offer very high levels (beyond high school studies) in each of our languages. Typically, in schools, honors courses entail a faster pace class or more work added for some students on top of a traditional course. LanguageBird courses are taught to the individual student. The student is able to go at their pace, accelerate, or do more on their own. There is no chance to be “held back” due to a classroom pace since we offer only one-to-one instruction. Additionally, students can complete more than one year of high school study with LanguageBird within a traditional school year. Therefore, it is not necessary to offer “accelerated” courses – ours already are!
All languages are offered through level 6+. Each level is equivalent to a full year of high school study. If a student completed year two at their school and wishes to take year three they would enroll in our level 3 course. Students can also take one semester. Our full year courses are divided into semester "A" and semester "B".
Traditionally, if a student were to start studies in 9th grade, they would finish senior year (year 4) at level 4. Many of our students fit a level of study into a traditional semester so there is a lot more room for acceleration.
Most of our students take 2-3 lessons a week. This is the best pace to keep up with your studies and not to forget any material. It also ensures you will complete your course in approximately 4-6 weeks per semester of study. This is much faster than a traditional class in school because it’s one-to-one instruction that’s personalized to you. There is no better or faster way to learn than one-to-one instruction.
If your schedule does not permit you to take more than one lesson a week, that’s fine. Provided you don’t skip any weeks, you will finish a full year of study in 24 weeks! That’s still much faster than a traditional class in school.
If you are not taking lessons for credit, you can schedule your lessons as frequently as you wish. Again, remember, the more consistent you are, the more quickly you will see progress!
There is not really a limit but it is recommended that you pace your lessons so that you have time to study on your own for one to two hours between lessons. While you are in your lessons you will be focused on oral components of the course. You will be making the most of your time with your teacher and be speaking and listening! When you are studying on your own you will be adding to your vocabulary, reviewing your notes from class, practicing writing and grammatical concepts… you get the idea.
No. Our teachers are patient and productive. They will quickly assess what gaps you may have in your learning and catch you up. With private instruction you won’t have to go over things you already know. They can just focus on the things you need to review and make sure you are up to speed. You may not be used to speaking as much as you will with LanguageBird if you have only been in large classroom environments. However, once you get more familiar with your instructor, you will establish a relationship and not be shy to speak up or make mistakes. That's where the magic happens! You’ll see, you’ll start learning faster and faster and having fun!
Your course is tailored to you. At the higher levels, teachers and students work together to challenge each other and bring in materials that are interesting and challenging. You will be as challenged as you want to be!
You’ll set up the first lesson with a LanguageBird administrator here in the U.S. After you are in contact with your instructor, you're free to schedule future lessons directly with your instructor. Most stick to a consistent schedule (ie: Monday, Wednesday at 5 p.m. or Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday at 4 p.m. etc.
60 minutes. Classes are broken down to: 10 minutes review/homework review, 20 minutes new concepts and practice, 10 minutes new vocabulary, 10 minutes practice of new grammar/vocabulary, 10 minutes wrapping up and preview of next class and homework. (Lessons may vary depending on instructor as well as student needs)
Most times. We try to be flexible to meet your scheduling needs. Depending on the language you are studying it may be more difficult to offer instructor availability at the exact time you prefer but we try and usually get pretty close.
We offer lessons on weekdays as well as weekends. Some students like to learn early in the morning, sometimes it’s after school. Tell us what you need.
Yes – with at least 24 hours notice. Classes cancelled with fewer than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. See terms section of this website.
Classes start and end punctually. Your teacher may have time and be willing to extend the lesson a bit, but this is the exception rather than the rule. For students enrolled in Courses for Credit, they will need to pay for additional courses as needed. See terms section of this website.
You will received your own Microsoft licenses and an @languagebird.com account. This will give you access to Microsoft teams, which is where your lessons will be conducted.
No worries! Many of our students aren’t. Just give us a call at 1-844-700-BIRD or email us at [email protected] We can send you video tutorials to help.
A computer, headphones, and a microphone. (Many computers have built-in microphones these days. If not, you can use the headset from your cell phone or pick up a headset at any big electronics store for $10-$40.)
You can also use the camera built into your computer or an attached web cam, which is very easy to set up. Usually you just plug it into your USB port and are ready to go. Use of a camera is mandatory. It enhances the experience!
All of our instructors are native speakers who live abroad and live the culture and language you are studying daily. You will get the best understanding of the culture as well as the best exposure to an authentic accent. Each undergoes a rigorous interview process and is well qualified.
LanguageBird Instructors are professional world language instructors who have experience working in online teaching, school, or university settings. Our instructors also come from diverse professional backgrounds. Our roster includes doctors, professors, journalists, psychologists, life coaches, and authors.
We recruit talent who possess in addition to a Bachelors, Master's Degrees, and/or PhDs in related fields such as Second Language Acquisition, TESOL, or Teaching their respective language as a Foreign Language to name a few.
Not only do our instructors possess strong academic and amp; teaching qualifications, they are personable, empathetic, and talented professionals who deliver engaging one to one lessons promoting culture and communicative teaching methods. They are all fully bi-lingual and most of all, they are passionate about wanting to share their language and culture with you! To learn more about native speakers, read this blog. https://www.languagebird.com/what-does-it-mean-to-say-someone-is-a-native-speaker-of-a-language/
Generally yes. If you need to have a class at a specific time that is already taken, then you may be able to switch to another instructor. Middle and High school students meet with and schedule their entire course with the same instructor.
If you are taking a Course for Credit and you wish to send your final grades to a high school or college you are applying to, you may request to do so for a small fee on our "Transcript" page (https://www.languagebird.com/certification-of-completion-request/). LanguageBird sends via US Mail to middle and high schools and electronically through Parchment to colleges nationwide. We can send a pdf by email without charge to a middle or high school.
Do you need a transcript to send to a school or counselor? LanguageBird sends transcripts electronically through Parchment so they arrive securely and directly to their destination. Please visit here to begin ordering your transcript!
First, you need to add LanguageBird to your Parchment account.
Here's how:
1. From the Home page after you login. Click "Start by adding a school or organization you attended."
2. On the next page. Type LanguageBird in one word and click "Search"
Then click the "ADD" button on the far-right side of the very first result LanguageBird.
Please note: LanguageBird is spelled as one word. No space between "Language" and "Bird". Wrong spelling will result a "No result found".
3. Fill up the form in the next page and click "Consent and request"
4. After the above instructions are done.
LangaugeBird is added to your Parchment account. Now, you can order your Transcript by clicking the "Order" button.
Can't find your school on Parchment when typing them in the destination? No problem! Parchment can send transcripts to email addresses that go directly to your counselor or school contact. This option can be found right under the Search bar:
You have the option to send it to your personal email, but if you want to send it to a school official click on "I'm sending this order to another individual."
Fill out the fields with the relevant information. Typically transcripts can be sent to a counselor or registrar at your school, but it is best practice to confirm with your school the appropriate contact.
A computer or tablet, an internet connection, and a headset are all you need. You may not even need a headset – many computers have microphones built in. If you’re not the best with technology, we’ll show you how to set everything up – it takes fewer than 5 minutes.
Once you enroll in a Course for Credit, Tutoring & Test Prep Lessons, or Conversational Lessons, we will contact you to schedule your lessons. We will match you to a instructor who is a great fit and available on your chosen days/times. For one year of high school world language credit, you take 24, private, one-hour lessons. For one semester, you take 12, private, one hour lessons. Between lessons students have 1-3 hours of work to complete on their own. Assignments are given to you by your instructor.
Our instructors live all over the world. You will learn about their culture and develop an authentic accent. It’s like going abroad without the passport, long flights, and jet-lag. LanguageBird fosters cultural awareness, connectivity, and dissolves boarders. Some of our teachers currently reside in the U.S. however, all are native speakers of the target language.
Once your course is complete, LanguageBird will send your transcript or certification of completion which includes your grade in the semester or full year course to your middle school, high school, or to colleges/universities.
The LanguageBird foreign language program is designed to help students develop foundational communicative skills in world language studies and help prepare them for future high school and college courses. LanguageBird® is WASC and Cognia accredited which is the highest standard and what most high schools look for in order to grant credit for a course outside of their own curriculum.
We recommend you talk to your school counselor and let them know you would like to take a LanguageBird course if it is required for your high school graduation credit (most high schools require 2 years of world language). Some high schools will fill out a concurrent enrollment form and ask you to bring in or send a certificate of completion once your LanguageBird course is finished. We are happy to work with your high school administrator and counselors!
If your course is not for credits toward graduation from high school, you are taking our courses to further your studies in the language, make time in your schedule, show competitive colleges you are a dedicated student, etc. you don’t need to get permission from your school. If you do let them know you are taking extracurricular courses, it could help them with your college advising, scheduling, and more. Some school districts/schools have a policy to include or not to include outside courses on their transcript. You will need to ask the school about their policy.
LanguageBird will send your transcript or certificate of completion and final course grade to your middle school, high school, and/or to colleges/universities. We can send it electronically (by Parchment). Request a transcript or certificate of completion, please click here to order.
2. Enter LanguageBird as a school you attended and include the terms when you attended. (Later you will be able to enter the course(s) under the Language Other Than English (LOTE - E) area, the term(s) when you took them and the grade(s) you received.)
