#1418 & #2420 SPANISH I

Prerequisite for: Spanish II, III, IV

Duration: 1 year

Credit: ½ credit per semester

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Description: First year Spanish lays the foundation for conversational ability through the introduction of basic grammar, everyday vocabulary and cultural understanding. This material is reinforced through written and oral practice, videos, dialogues, and partner and group activities. 

#1420 & #2422 SPANISH II

Requirement(s) needed: Spanish I

Prerequisite for: Spanish III, IV

Duration: 1 year

Credit: ½ credit per semester

Open to: 10-11-12

Description: Second year students increase their conversational skills and broaden their vocabulary and grammar proficiency by learning stem-changing verbs and the preterit tense. In addition, reading and writing abilities are emphasized. Realistic language use is reinforced through dialogues, compositions and the use of authentic materials. 

#1428 & #2424 IB/CITS SPANISH III  – UMD SPAN 1102

Requirement(s) needed: Spanish I, II

Prerequisite for: Spanish IV

Duration: 1 year

Credit: ½ credit per semester

Open to: 11-12

Description: Spanish III students greatly expand their skills in the language. Vocabulary and grammar are reviewed and new words, tenses and phrases are introduced to allow students to speak, read, comprehend and write about a variety of subjects including leisure activities, health, entertainment, arts, future plans and current events.  Students will also develop a better understanding of the cultures in the Spanish speaking world through research, stories, art and current news.  IB Spanish III is the first year in the 2 year IB sequence and preparation for the standard level IB Spanish Exam. This course receives weighted grading. 

#1429 & #2430 IB/CITS SPANISH IV – UMD SPAN 1201

Requirement: Spanish III/equivalent language skills. Teacher approval required.

Duration: 1 year

GRHS Credit: ½ credit per semester

UMD Credit: 4 semester credits

Open to: 11-12

Description: Use of the language in realistic situations is required. Students will study advanced grammar and vocabulary in thematic units such as travel, business and recreation. Students will be asked to find and discuss information presented in Spanish newspapers, magazines and advertising. Short stories, some poems and parts of a novel are also part of the class. The curriculum is preparation for the IB exam. The class is conducted in Spanish with students encouraged to do all communicating in Spanish.  This course receives weighted grading. IB Exam and examination fees are optional.