The Center for World Languages and Cultures at EDUCATION CONNECTION advocates for the acquisition of world languages and expanded study of associated cultures by K-12 student learners in Connecticut's public schoools. The Center's mission is to advocate, support, and promote this cause through the following goals:
Promote world languages and cultural literacy as fundamental 21st century skills.
Enhance the vitality and viability of existing world language programs in the State.
Develop pathways for students to gain proficiency in, and ultimately earn credit for, the study of world languages outside the tranditional public school classroom setting.
Expand the base of teachers who are certified to teach world languages, particulalry in less commonly taught languages.
