Foreign Languages
Mandarin Chinese I
11212X0
The goal of this course is to give students basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through diverse activities based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction. Simple grammatical structures are practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind. Culture is presented throughout the course to help students understand the context of the language and to better understand the perspectives of the Mandarin Chinese language.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Recommendation: At least B average in English
Mandarin Chinese II
11222X0
The goal of this course is to build on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills learned in level I.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Mandarin Chinese I, Recommendation: At least C average in Mandarin Chinese I
Mandarin Chinese III Honors
11235X0
The goal of this course is to build on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills learned in level II.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Mandarin Chinese II, Recommendation: At least C average in Mandarin Chinese II
Mandarin Chinese IV Honors
11245X0
The goal of this course is to build on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills learned in level III.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Mandarin Chinese III, Recommendation: At least C average in Mandarin Chinese I
Spanish I
11412X0
Spanish I is designed for those students who are planning to attend a four-year university and wish to learn to speak Spanish as well as learn about the culture of Spanish-speaking countries. The student begins with oral work in the native language and learn to speak and to understand certain phrases. Grammar is introduced at this time but is not studied in detail until after the oral introductory period. Then the student begins to learn how sentences are formed by studying verb forms and memorizing vocabulary. Culture is introduced throughout the year as the students learn about the Spanish-speaking countries through readings and conversation.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Recommendation: At least B average in English
Spanish II
11422X0
Spanish II is designed for those students who are planning to attend a four-year university. At the beginning, Spanish II is a comprehensive review of Spanish I. Students are reminded that foreign language study is cumulative, and without a strong foundation in level 1 success is unlikely. Many new vocabulary words are taught, as well as new verb tenses, so that the student is able to speak more fluently. The culture of each Spanish-speaking country is emphasized through readings, slides, films, and other media.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Spanish I, Recommendation: At least C average in Spanish I
Honors Spanish III
11435X03
Honors Spanish III is designed for students that are planning to attend a four-year university. This course deepens the understanding of culture and language over many of the Latinamerican countries. Honors Spanish III gives the student the opportunity to apply what he or she has learned in the two basic courses. The emphasis is on learning vocabulary in many categories in order to converse more knowledgeably in Spanish. A study of Spanish history, art, and literature is intertwined with the overall enrichment goal of the cultural aspect of this course. As an honors class, this is for students dedicated to language acquisition and production. A review of grammatical structure and verbs helps to define and correct problems encountered in oral and written Spanish.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Spanish II, Recommendation: At least C average in Spanish II
Honors Spanish IV
11445X04
Honors Spanish IV is designed for students that are planning to attend a four-year university. Spanish IV is for students who wish to refine their oral, written, reading, and listening abilities. A wide range of topics for conversation will be introduced. Reading materials will include newspapers and recent periodicals as well as literary excerpts. Advanced practice using verbs, grammatical structures, and vocabulary will be given in order to master the use of Spanish as a means of communication. Students will use the target language exclusively in class.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Spanish III, Recommendation: At least C average in Spanish III
Advanced Placement Spanish Language - Fall and Spring
11457X0
AP Spanish Language is a fifth level course. The course is designed for students who have mastered the fundamentals of the Spanish language and who are now ready to apply those skills in all subject areas. Communication and comprehension are emphasized. Students will improve their proficiency by various means, such as exclusive use of the target language in class, listening comprehension activities, challenging readings, extensive review of grammatical concepts, and AP practice tests. Students will increase proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening. All students will take the AP exam in the spring and final grades on the AP exam are based on the aforementioned skills. The cost of the AP exam will be paid by Asheboro City Schools. AP students are required to attend two out of three after school workshops in the Spring.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Honors and Advanced Placement
GRADE: 10, 11, 12
PREREQUISITE: Spanish I, II, III and IV
Spanish for Heritage Speakers I
This course is designed for native Spanish-speaking students. Emphasis is placed on reading and writing skills. Goals of this course are to enhance students’ proficiency in speaking Spanish, enlarge cultural awareness, and develop appreciation of Spanish literature.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Ability to speak and comprehend conversational Spanish or teacher recommendation.
Honors Spanish for Heritage Speakers II
This course will offer a continuation of the goals of the previous course. Heritage Spanish-speaking students will increase their knowledge of formal reading and writing Spanish and of their cultural heritage. This course carries honors credit.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Spanish for Heritage Speakers 1, Spanish II, or teacher recommendation.