National Vernacular Language Arts (VLA) Curriculum
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An edition from FSM VLA Curriculum Support (2026)

National Vernacular Language Arts (VLA) Curriculum

Resource Guide for Teachers

by Koh, Ming Wei Taboroši, Danko Abraham Jonathan, Lilly
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This document is a teacher-oriented resource guide that supports implementation of the FSM National Vernacular Language Arts (VLA) Curriculum across early childhood through secondary levels. It sets out the overarching framework, guiding principles, and pedagogical guidelines that underpin vernacular language teaching and learning in FSM schools. The guide emphasizes culturally responsive practice, respect for local languages and knowledge systems, and alignment with national curriculum standards. It offers practical direction to help teachers plan instruction, assess student learning, and scaffold language development in vernacular and culturally appropriate ways.

Publication date 2026
Type Teacher’s guide
Language English
Pages 137

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Contributors

Author(s) Koh, Ming Wei; Taboroši, Danko
Coordinated by Abraham Jonathan, Lilly

Edition notes

Publisher FSM Department of Education
Project/partner Island Research & Education Initiative (iREi), Center for Getting Things Started (C4GTS)

Classification

Purpose Educator support
Area Language arts and culture
Genre Teacher support
Sub-genre Teacher's guides and manuals
Subject Instructional strategies

Edition identifiers

NVLAC ID 1124

Library locations

  • University of Hawaii
  • College of Micronesia - FSM
  • Micronesian Seminar
  • University of Guam

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National Vernacular Language Arts (VLA) Curriculum