Spanish

Syllabus- Span 1 CP and Honors

COURSE DESCRIPTION

SPANISH 1 CP

All activities and evaluations are designed to accommodate the early stages of language acquisition; grammatical structures, lexical items, culture, and geography are presented accordingly. This course heavily emphasizes the development of communication skills: the ability to comprehend native speakers of Spanish, to speak Spanish with them, to understand Spanish- language texts, and to communicate ideas in Spanish primarily in the present tense. Students must master the basics of Spanish grammar, syntax, and pronunciation to be promoted to the second level. Homework, participation, projects, and evaluations are frequent and crucial to the course. The class is conducted in Spanish, with English used to clarify and introduce cultural items.

SPANISH 1 HONORS

Students I Honors begins a possible four-year sequence in which basic expressions, vocabulary, and grammar are introduced. The honors level student is expected to have excellent study and communication skills and be able to independently complete their assignments in due time. The student is encouraged to express him/herself on topics such as greetings, descriptions, weather, pastimes, likes, and dislikes. Communication among students is an integral part of each lesson and daily participation in the target language is expected. Material is presented in a cultural context, enabling the student to understand differences and similarities among societies. Material will be presented at a faster pace, and higher level thinking skills will be expected. More complex ideas and topics will be explored. Students who successfully complete Spanish I Honors will be prepared to enroll in Spanish II Honors. Spanish is spoken by the instructor for the majority of the class; however, grammar and more technical explanations may take place in English.

GRADING CATEGORIES/ GRADE PERCENTAGES

Assessments: 90% 21st Century: 10%

A: 90-100 D: 65-69

B: 80-89 F: Below 65

C: 70-79

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Descubre 1

1 subject notebook OR looseleaf in binder

pencil (s)

*If pen is used, BLUE OR BLACK ONLY

UNIT CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

Unit 1: Hello, What's Up?

Greetings and leave-takings, identifying yourself and others, expressions of courtesy

Unit 2: In Class

The classroom and school life, fields of study and school subjects, days of the week, class schedules

Unit 3: Family

The family, identifying people, professions and occupations

Unit 4: Hobbies

Hobbies, sports, places in the city (around town)

Syllabus- Span 2 CP and Honors

COURSE DESCRIPTION

SPANISH 2 CP

A strong proficiency in the basic structures of Spanish is prerequisite. More advanced grammatical structures and lexical items are presented at this level, focusing mainly on the present and past indicative tenses. The class is conducted in Spanish, with activities and evaluations designed to practice and consolidate all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Homework, participation, projects, and evaluations are frequent and crucial to the course. Cultural readings and presentations are designed to expand vocabulary, stimulate discussion, and broaden students’ understanding of the Spanish-speaking world.

SPANISH 2 HONORS

This is an accelerated version of the Spanish 2 course. In this course, all of the elements and structures of Spanish 2 are covered, but at a much more advanced level. Students should be extremely proficient in all modalities to enter this level.

GRADING CATEGORIES/ GRADE PERCENTAGES

Assessments: 90% 21st Century: 10%

A: 90-100 D: 65-69

B: 80-89 F: Below 65

C: 70-79

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Descubre 1

1 subject notebook OR looseleaf in binder

pencil (s)

*If pen is used, BLUE OR BLACK ONLY

UNIT CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

UNIT 1: Hobbies

UNIT 2: Vacations

UNIT 3: Shopping

UNIT 4: Daily Routine

UNIT 5: Food

UNIT 6: Parties