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The Klett World Languages Award in Leadership and Program Innovation in Spanish and Portuguese

About the Award

Presented by Klett World Languages and the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)

As the Modern Language Association reminds us:

Language enrollments are declining even as the need for knowledge of world cultures and languages grows across many sectors of the workforce… Departments that thrive are those that actively seek internal and external collaborations, update their programs to attract interest and meet student needs, and celebrate student success through scholarships, awards, and social events.

Enrollments in Languages Other Than English in United States Institutions of Higher Education, MLA, 2024

Aligned with the above insights, Klett World Languages and AATSP are excited to announce a new award that celebrates language programs in Spanish and Portuguese that are setting new standards in curriculum and program design.

The Klett World Languages Award in Leadership and Program Innovation in Spanish and Portuguese aims to recognize higher education programs (2- and 4-year institutions) that utilize innovative approaches to meet the needs of today’s learners and advance the study of Spanish and Portuguese. These programs demonstrate ongoing improvements in student engagement and enrollment, supported by tangible and consistent outcomes, and their leadership sets a positive example for our profession.

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Award Details

  • Award Amount: $1,000 each for three selected awardees
  • Nomination Dossier Deadline: January 25, 2025
  • Award Announcement: March 7, 2025
By introducing this award, Klett World Languages and the AATSP seek to:
  • Promulgate impactful strategies in program and curriculum design that have demonstrated significant success.
  • Encourage fresh approaches in language education that explore new opportunities and address current challenges.
  • Inspire language educators to shape the future of language education through dialogue and collaboration.
We look forward to celebrating the innovative efforts of programs advancing the fields of Spanish and Portuguese, and we encourage participation from departments making a meaningful impact on their students and the profession.
 
To download the rubric, click here.

To apply for the award, click here.

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

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