Make eye contact.
Listen with the intent to understand
Give Sra. the signal when you don't understand.
Respond to questions.
No blurting or side conversations in English.
Spelling, grammar, and vocabulary awre not the focus of language acquisition. Making corrections, conjugating verbs, and endless grammar drills are the the focus either. Comprehension and communication are the focus. Therefore, grades are heavily weighted on the students' abilities to adhere to the expectations listed above. This ensures that they receive as much comprehensible input in Spanish as possible.
Here's the breakdown:
Interpersonal Communication = 40% (Class Participation)
Formative Assessments = 27% (Quizzes, written work)
Summative Assessments= 33% (Written paragraphs - 2 each quarter)
If your child tells you they didn't have any homework for Spanish they are telling the truth. If they have homework, it's my policy to start it in class and that way I can see if they have any problems. They will most likely be given enough time to finish during class. If they want, they can always look up some videos on their phones or computers to watch.