World Languages

This is a novice-level course designed to introduce students to basic elements of the French language and culture. Students will learn everyday communicative vocabulary as well as the sound system, structure, and basic grammatical concepts. Information about daily life in France and Francophone countries is integrated thematically throughout the course. Students will develop their proficiency using the 3 modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills), and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Authentic language and cultural materials will periodically be used to allow students to integrate their learning into day-to-day life.

FRENCH II

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in French I.
Fee: Yes

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This course is a continuation of French I. Students will expand upon their vocabulary acquisition, increasingly relating concepts to their daily lives, while making comparisons between their culture and that of France and other Francophone countries. They will also be introduced to more highly developed sentence structure and complex grammatical points which will slowly be incorporated, along with the vocabulary, into more communicative activities. Students will develop their proficiency using the 3 modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills) and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Authentic language and cultural materials will be used with more frequency to allow students to integrate their learning into day-to-day life.

FRENCH III

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in French II.
Fee: Yes

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This course continues to build on what was learned in French I and French II. Vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure will expand upon previous topics at a more in-depth level, including the introduction of multiple new verb tenses. Students will be expected to incorporate previous knowledge into their communication skills with more frequency, through activities such as more complex reading passages, longer writing assignments and ever-increasing use of French in the classroom. Cultural topics will still be related to daily life in France and Francophone countries, but will also begin to delve into other areas such as art, history and literature. Students will develop their proficiency using the 3 modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills) and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Authentic language and cultural materials will be used on a regular basis to allow students to integrate their learning into day-to-day life.

HONORS FRENCH IV

Full year or 2nd semester only, following Intermediate French I - CCP
Credit: 0.50 credits each semester
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III

Highly Recommended: B or better in French III
Fee: Yes

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This course is designed for those students who wish to expand their French studies beyond the basics introduced in levels I through III. Students who are high achieving, have a strong interest in world languages, and are college-bound will benefit from this course.

The French language is used increasingly during class in reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The grammar content includes numerous new verb tenses and structures while the vocabulary is at a more advanced level, tied to documents used in class. Authentic language and cultural materials from France and Francophone countries are commonly used, as well as numerous literary and historical documents, to allow students not only to integrate their learning into day-to-day life, but also to begin a more in-depth comparison of culture and civilization.

First semester will follow the same curriculum as Intermediate French 1 (CCP1). Second semester will follow local AW curriculum for Honors French IV.

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I - COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

1st Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU FREN2010
Grade: 11-12
Fee: No
Prerequisite: Must have completed French II; Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU. BGSU only requires two years, but it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students complete French III before enrolling. However, a university may not consider this course as a 4th year/level of the language. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm year/level with any prospective university.)
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus

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This course is designed for those students who wish to expand their French studies beyond the basics introduced in levels I through III. Students who are high achieving, have a strong interest in world languages, and are college-bound will benefit from this course.

The French language is used increasingly during class in reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities. The grammar content includes numerous new verb tenses and structures while the vocabulary is at a more advanced level, tied to documents used in class. Authentic language and cultural materials from France and Francophone countries are commonly used, as well as numerous literary and historical documents, to allow students not only to integrate their learning into day-to-day life but also to begin a more in-depth comparison of culture and civilization.

HONORS FRENCH V

Full year or 2nd semester only, following Intermediate French II - CCP
Credit: 0.50 credits each semester
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors French IV or CCP Intermediate French I
Fee: Yes

Highly Recommended: B or better in the previous course

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The course of study continues the concepts learned through Honors French IV/CCP 1. Grammar concepts and verb tenses become noticeably more complex, while vocabulary and cultural themes are increasingly tied to social, literary and historical issues students will experience at the college level and beyond. Authentic language and cultural materials from France and Francophone countries are increasingly used, as well as numerous literary and historical documents, to allow students not only to integrate their learning into day-to-day life, but also to increase comparisons of culture and civilization.

First semester will follow the same curriculum as Intermediate French 2 (CCP2). Second semester will follow local AW curriculum for Honors French 5

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

1st Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Fee: No
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU FREN2010
Grade: 12
Prerequisite Intermediate French I: Must have completed Honors French IV or CCP 1; Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus

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This course is designed for those students who took Honors French IV/Intermediate French 1 (CCP1). This course targets high-achieving students who have a strong interest in foreign languages and cultures, and who may be considering continuing their French studies at the university level or studying abroad. The course of study continues the concepts learned through Honors French IV/CCP 1. Grammar concepts and verb tenses become noticeably more complex, while vocabulary and cultural themes are increasingly tied to social, literary, and historical issues students will experience at the college level and beyond. Authentic language and cultural materials from France and Francophone countries are increasingly used, as well as numerous literary and historical documents, to allow students not only to integrate their learning into day-to-day life but also to increase comparisons of culture and civilization.

GERMAN

GERMAN I

Fee: Yes
Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9 - 11
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in ELA

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This is a novice-level course to introduce students to the basic elements of the German language and culture. Students will develop skills in all modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills) and presentational (speaking and writing skills). The materials used are created by Germans for foreigners learning German; they are authentic and relevant to the age group.

GERMAN II

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in German I.

Fee: Yes

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German II is a novice-level course designed to introduce students to the basic elements of the German language and culture, building on the skills acquired in German I. Students are challenged by more complex material, vocabulary, and structures, while still maintaining a focus on communication in real-life, relevant situations for their age group. Students will develop more skills in all modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills), and presentational (speaking and writing skills). The materials used are created by Germans for foreigners learning German; thus, they are authentic and relevant to the age group.

GERMAN III

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in German II
Fee: Yes

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German III offers students a bridge from the novice to the intermediate level of proficiency in German. Students are introduced to the remaining elements of basic vocabulary and structures in the German language, while challenging them to comprehend and communicate about more challenging topics. Using more complicated materials, structures and vocabulary students will develop more skills in all modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills) and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Students will be introduced to simple stories, videos, poems and articles in the German language, some authentic, as well as material created by Germans for foreigners learning German.

HONORS GERMAN IV

Full year or first semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: German III

Highly Recommended: B or better in German III
Fee: Yes

Communication & Collaboration

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This course targets high-achieving students who have a strong interest in world languages and cultures. It is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build a greater facility in all modes of communication. Students are expected to increasingly use the target language in class. Students will use authentic materials: literary, journalistic, as well as samples of everyday communication to build vocabulary, comprehension and communication skills concerning more complex topics and the culture of German-speaking countries.

The first semester of this course is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for those students enrolling in the Intermediate German I CCP course, as it will make the college course experience more manageable and enjoyable.

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I - COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

2nd Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 11-12
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU GERM 2010
Prerequisite: Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU. (BGSU only requires two years, but it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students complete German III before enrolling; however, a university may not consider this course as a 4th year/level of the language. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm year/level with any prospective university.)
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus
Fee: No

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Intermediate German 2010 is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build greater facility in all modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills), and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Students will use authentic materials: literary, journalistic, as well as samples of everyday communication to build vocabulary, comprehension, and communication skills concerning more complex topics. Using German, students will learn much more and communicate about the culture of German-speaking countries.

German IV honors first semester is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for ALL students who enroll for CCP German 2010, as it will help make the college course experience more manageable and enjoyable.

HONORS GERMAN V

Full year or first semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of German IV or CCP German I

Highly Recommended: B or better in previous course
Fee: Yes

Communication & Collaboration

Communication & Travel House

This course targets high-achieving students who have a strong interest in world languages and cultures. It is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build greater facility in all modes of communication. Students are expected to increasingly use the target language in class. Students will use authentic materials: literary, journalistic, as well as samples of everyday communication to build vocabulary, comprehension and communication skills concerning more complex topics and the culture of German-speaking countries.

The first semester of this course is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for those students enrolling in the Intermediate German II CCP course, as it will make the college course experience more manageable and enjoyable.

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

2nd Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 11-12
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU GERM 2020
Prerequisite: Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU. (BGSU only requires German III as prerequisite; however, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students complete German IV and/or Intermediate German 2010 CCP.)
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus
Fee: No

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Intermediate German 2020 is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build greater facility in all modes of communication: interpretive (listening and reading skills), interpersonal (speaking and writing skills) and presentational (speaking and writing skills). Students will use authentic materials: literary, journalistic, as well as samples of everyday communication to build vocabulary, comprehension and communication skills concerning more complex topics. Using German, students will learn much more and communicate about the culture of German-speaking countries.

German V honors first semester is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for ALL students who enroll for CCP German 2020, as it will help make the college course experience more manageable and enjoyable.

SPANISH

SPANISH I

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9 - 11
Prerequisite: None

Highly Recommended: C or better in ELA

Fee: Yes

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This is a college preparatory course that familiarizes the beginning Spanish students through the fundamental building blocks in four key areas: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Students master common vocabulary terms and phrases; learn to comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns; initiate and continue simple conversations; respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts; analyze and compare cultural practices and perspectives between the United States and other Spanish-speaking countries.

Students will be regularly assessed in proficiency within the 3 modes of communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational. Daily participation is necessary.

SPANISH II

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Spanish I

Highly Recommended: C or better in Spanish I.

Fee: Yes

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This is a continuation of Spanish I. Student’s proficiency will be regularly assessed within the 3 modes of communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational. The coursework will include an increase in vocabulary knowledge, more highly developed sentence structure, and an increase in communicative activities. Students will produce longer writing pieces and will participate in daily conversations according to real-life situations. Students will analyze and compare cultural practices and perspectives between the United States and other Spanish speaking countries. Daily participation in the target language is expected.

SPANISH III

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Spanish II

Highly Recommended: C or better in Spanish II.

Fee: Yes

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The first semester reviews the tenses learned in Spanish I and II, expands on vocabulary, and intensifies the fundamentals of grammar study. All four basic skills will be used: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Compositions and short stories in the Spanish language will be used.

Second semester reviews and adds complex tenses. The fundamentals of grammar study intensify in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Compositions, projects, and short stories in the Spanish language are included. Culturally relevant material continues to be incorporated in the class.

HONORS SPANISH IV

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Spanish III

Highly recommended: B or better in Spanish III

Fee: Yes

Communication & Collaboration

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This course targets high-achieving students who have a strong interest in world languages and cultures. It is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build greater facility in all modes of communication. Students are expected to increasingly use the target language in class.

Proficiency is fostered through the application of advanced grammatical structures, sophisticated vocabulary, and the analysis of authentic literature. Individual and class projects in interdisciplinary studies encourage global understanding and problem-solving skills in contemporary society. In addition, students are expected to incorporate modern technology by utilizing various forms of multimedia.

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I - COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

1 Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 11-12
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU SPAN2010
Prerequisite: Must have completed Spanish 1020 or two years of High School Spanish; Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU. (BGSU only requires two years, but it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that students complete Spanish III before enrolling. However, a university may not consider this course as a 4th year/level of the language. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm year/level with any prospective university.)
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus

Fee: No

Communication & Collaboration

Communication & Travel House

This Spanish course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture(s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continued language learning. During this course, students can consistently perform in the Novice High range while more abilities emerge and develop in the Intermediate range.

HONORS SPANISH V

Full year
Credit: 0.50 per semester
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Spanish IV or CCP Spanish I

Highly Recommended: B or better in previous course

Fee: Yes

Communication & Collaboration

Communication & Travel House

This course targets high-achieving students who have a strong interest in world languages and cultures. It is designed to develop students’ proficiency at the intermediate level. Students must bring together vocabulary, structures and information acquired earlier to build greater facility in all modes of communication. Students are expected to increasingly use the target language in class.

Authentic language and cultural materials from various Spanish-speaking countries are used throughout the course. These include: short story, art, poetry and novel. The emphasis of the course is the development of skills in all areas of the language. Thus, the basics of grammar are reviewed, however, the primary emphasis is on developing facility with the language. With further preparation, the AP Spanish language exam can be taken in May.

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS

1 Semester
Credit: 1.0 awarded at completion of course
Grade: 11-12
Credit: 3.0 Credit Hours - BGSU SPAN2020
Prerequisite: Must have completed Spanish 2010 or three years of high school Spanish; Meet College Credit Plus Requirements and be admitted to BGSU. (BGSU only requires Spanish III as prerequisite; however, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students complete Spanish IV and/or Intermediate Spanish 2010 CCP.)
Method Of Delivery: At AWHS Campus

Communication & Collaboration

Communication & Travel House

This Spanish course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture(s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continued language learning.