DLI DLI Language Training Methods 2

Question 1

What is 'Foreign Language Proficiency Pay' (FLPP) in the context of DLIFLC graduates?

Accepted Answer

Additional monthly pay military members receive for maintaining tested language skills

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A bonus paid upon graduation from DLI

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Reimbursement for study materials purchased during training

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Pay for working as an interpreter during deployments

Question 2

How does DLIFLC integrate cultural training into its language curriculum?

Accepted Answer

By embedding cultural instruction throughout all language courses

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Through a separate optional cultural studies elective

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Culture is not formally taught; only language skills are covered

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Through annual cultural immersion trips abroad

Question 3

What technology platform does DLIFLC use to support online and distance language learning?

Accepted Answer

GLOSS (Global Language Online Support System)

Answer

Rosetta Stone Defense Edition

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Duolingo for Government

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Army Learning Management System (ALMS)

Question 4

What is the purpose of DLIFLC's Language Survival Kits (LSKs)?

Accepted Answer

To give deployed military personnel basic phrase and vocabulary tools in a target language

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To provide emergency translation services in combat zones

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To certify interpreters at military checkpoints

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To train new DLI instructors on curriculum delivery

Question 5

What does the term 'Category IV language' mean in DLIFLC course classification?

Accepted Answer

A language considered exceptionally difficult for native English speakers, requiring the longest training time

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A language that requires no prior training to learn

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A language taught only to officers

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A language with fewer than 10 enrolled students

Question 6

Approximately how long is the DLIFLC basic course for a Category I language like Spanish?

Accepted Answer

About 26 weeks

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About 64 weeks

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About 16 weeks

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About 48 weeks