At Terakki Foundation Şişli Terakki Private (Tepeoren) Middle School, students may choose French, German or Spanish as their World Language. Regardless of the chosen language, the communicative approach is predominantly favoured. The goal is for students to achieve communicative competence and to:
- – develop a love for foreign languages and gain self-confidence in their ability to learn them,
- – share their language knowledge with others,
- – respect different languages and cultures,
- – foster a willingness to learn and an eagerness to improve their language skills,
- – become individuals who integrate foreign languages into their lives by reading books, watching movies, conversing with people from different cultures, and listening to music.
Realistic social environments where our students will use their World Language are created through in-class activities and exercises that allow students to express their real thoughts and feelings. Students are encouraged to learn the language through trial and error, and to improve their competence in all areas.
Outside of class, special events such as European Day of Languages, extracurricular clubs, and trips mean that students can practice their World Language in a range of contexts.