World Languages
Department Chair: Christine Faseler
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The study of world languages gives insight into other cultures and prompts reflection on one's own. Studies also show that it correlates positively with standardized test scores, academic achievement, reading comprehension, and cognitive abilities (source: ACTFL). Many universities want students to complete two years of a world language, including the University of New Mexico. Most out-of-state and selective colleges and universities recommend three years of a single language and count it as part of a student's core curriculum when considering admission. You should be aware of the expectations of the colleges and universities you are considering when planning your study of world languages. The LAHS World Language Department recommends that most students take at least three years of a single world language starting in middle school or 9th grade. Students are required to take their world language credits in consecutive years since this improves retention of the material studied and leads to greater success in the language.
NOTE: In order to enroll in the second semester of any foreign language class, a student must have been enrolled in, and received the minimum grade required, for the first semester of the same level.
ALSO - IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT STUDENTS COMPLETE THEIR LANGUAGE COURSES IN CONSECUTIVE YEARS. Please do not take a "gap year" in your languages studies.
EL13412 LATIN 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
◆ In this course, students learn about the Latin language and Roman culture, with a focus on the first century CE. Students encounter foundational vocabulary and grammar through Latin stories that take place throughout the Roman Empire. The focus on grammar for Latin 1 is noun cases and the present and past tenses of verbs in the active voice. Cultural topics include many aspects of daily life, art, architecture, history, and mythology. Throughout the year, students observe and examine the connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests. (1215)
EL23512 LATIN 2 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective, Career Cluster requirement
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisites: Latin 1 with a minimum grade of “C”
◆ Students broaden their knowledge of the Latin language and Roman culture through stories that continue the storyline encountered in Latin 1 and explore more of the Roman Empire in the first century CE. Stories become longer and students work with more complex syntax. The grammar for Latin 2 refines students’ understanding of noun cases and expands their knowledge of verbs to additional tenses, moods, and voices. Cultural topics build on the topics of Latin 1. Throughout the year, students observe and examine the connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests. (1215)
EL33612 LATIN 3 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: Latin 2 with a minimum grade of “C”
◆ In Latin 3, students further refine their knowledge of Latin grammar and syntax while continuing to expand their vocabulary. After completing the storyline begun in Latin 1, we begin reading unadapted Latin; this portion of the course further develops students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while also introducing them to the interpretation and analysis of Latin literature. As time permits, the class may cover some of the same topics as Honors Latin Language and Culture (see below for more information). Throughout the year, students continue to examine additional areas of Roman culture and identify connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests. (1215)
EL43713T HONORS LATIN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 12
Prerequisites: Latin 3 with a minimum grade of “C”
◆ What do we know about ancient Rome? How do we know it? Whose voices do we hear? Whose are missing? How has Latin changed over time? How has our understanding of the Roman world changed over time? How does it relate to our own experiences? Honors Latin Language and Culture tasks students with exploring these questions and more. Each quarter, the class chooses a new topic to examine through a mix of Latin texts, translations, and scholarship. Although students continue to improve their translation skills and grammatical understanding, the course emphasizes literary interpretation and analysis, challenging students to sharpen their reading comprehension and critical thinking. (1215)
EL43812 AP LATIN 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
Fee: $97 (Exam Fee)
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 12
Prerequisites: Latin 3 with a minimum grade of “B”
◆ AP Latin continues the study of original, unadapted classical Latin, focusing on two important and influential works, namely Caesar’s Gallic War and Vergil’s Aeneid. Although the course emphasizes accurate sight translation and grammatical understanding, it also requires literary interpretation and analysis. This is an excellent way for students to challenge and sharpen their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Topics include literary genre and style, Roman cultural values, war and empire, leadership, views of non-Romans, history and cultural memory, and Roman religion. Some readings are in English. Regular studying and memorization are required. Students need to be self-directed and able to complete work independently in order to keep up with the AP Latin syllabus. (1269) Students are required to take and pay for the AP exam in the Spring in order to earn a weighted grade.
EL13812 FRENCH 1 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
◆ Basic skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French are developed. Students begin to communicate in the target language through interpersonal speaking and writing, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive reading and listening. Students communicate about such topics as greetings, telling time, school subjects, foods, family and friends, and leisure activities. This class is conducted in French as much as possible and an emphasis is placed on becoming a competent communicator. Students expand their understanding of culture by studying about the countries of the francophone world. Consistent daily studying of vocabulary and grammar outside of class is required, as well as consistent daily studying overall. (1236)
EL13912 FRENCH 2 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective, Career Cluster requirement
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: French 1 with a minimum grade of “C” class if completed at the high school. French 1 with a minimum of “B” class completed at the middle school.
◆ This course extends and improves the student’s knowledge of French. Vocabulary and grammar provide a basis for the student to become proficient in speaking and writing in French. The study of cultures of French-speaking countries continues. Students are expected to communicate in French. Workbooks and online resources provide additional practice. DVDs, news and songs introduce authentic cultural information. Consistent daily studying of vocabulary and grammar outside class is required, as well as consistent daily studying overall. (1237)
EL24012 FRENCH 3 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisites: French 2 with a minimum grade of “C”
◆ French 3 continues and expands the programs of French 1 and 2. It includes a complete review of grammar and an overview of literature, culture, and history. Exclusive use of French is the objective of French 3. Workbooks and online resources provide additional practice. DVDs, news and songs introduce authentic cultural information. (Consistent daily studying of vocabulary and grammar outside of class is required, as well as consistent daily studying overall.) A novel will be read in French. (1238)
EL34222 HONORS FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: French 3 with a minimum grade of “C” or AP French Language and Culture
◆ This course is ideal for students who want an in-depth preparation for either the AP exam or a future career path that requires knowledge of French. This course provides the 5 C’s of foreign language learning: Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons and Communities. Students will receive a comprehensive foreign language experience and have the opportunity to enhance and review grammatical structures, to read and write extensively, and to use their speaking skills for the discussion of history, culture and current events. Thematic units will enable students to study a variety of concepts in interesting, meaningful, and engaging contexts. Students will develop an awareness and appreciation of aspects of the target culture, including products (books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions); and perspectives (values, attitudes, assumptions). The course is held at the same time as AP French, but adjusts assignments and expectations to reflect that students are not preparing for the AP exam. (1239)
EL34132 AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
Fee: $97 (Exam Fee)
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: French 3 with a minimum grade of “C”
◆ This AP course provides an opportunity for students of French to enhance and review grammatical structures, to read and write extensively, and to use their speaking skills for discussion of culture, and current events. To achieve these goals students will have to immerse themselves in the language and culture of French speaking countries. Students will read and listen to authentic sources not only in the classroom but also at home. Thematic units will enable students to study a variety of concepts in interesting, meaningful, and engaging contexts. Students will develop an awareness and appreciation of aspects of the target culture, including products (books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions); and perspectives (values, attitudes, assumptions). (1206) Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade.
EL14312 SPANISH 1 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
◆ Beginning students study vocabulary that can be used in everyday conversation. The course is taught using a communicative approach. Students begin to communicate in the target language through interpersonal speaking and writing, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive reading and listening. Students communicate about such topics as greetings, telling time, school subjects, foods, family and friends, and leisure activities. This class is conducted in Spanish as much as possible and an emphasis is placed on becoming a competent communicator. Students expand their understanding of culture by studying about the countries of the Hispanic world. (1252)
EL14412 SPANISH 2 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective, Career Cluster requirement
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 1 with a minimum grade of “C” Class if completed at the high school. Spanish 1 with a minimum or grade of “B” if completed at the middle school.
◆ This class is conducted in Spanish. Students will build on the basics learned in Spanish 1. The course is taught using a communicative approach. Students develop their communication in the target language through interpersonal speaking and writing, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive reading and listening. Students continue to learn about Hispanic countries through written materials, movies, speakers, group projects, computer activities, music, and games. Students should be willing to participate and use the language in class. (1253)
EL24512 SPANISH 3 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 2 at the high school with a minimum of “C” or permission of instructor.
◆ The class is conducted in Spanish. Students deepen their communication in the target language through interpersonal speaking and writing, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive reading and listening. In addition to using the text, students use technology, watch films in the target language, give oral presentations and skits, read short stories, and write original stories in efforts to increase their knowledge and fluency in Spanish. Cultural topics focus on the customs and traditions of the people of the Spanish-speaking world. (1254)
EL35422 HONORS SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 3 at the high school with a minimum of “B” or permission of instructor.
◆The class is conducted in Spanish. Students communicate in the target language through interpersonal speaking and writing, presentational speaking and writing, and interpretive reading and listening to explore cultural themes. In addition to using the text, students use technology, watch films in the target language, give oral presentations and skits, read short stories, and write original stories in efforts to increase their knowledge and fluency in Spanish. Cultural topics focus on the customs and traditions of the people of the Spanish speaking world. The course is held at the same time as AP Spanish, but adjusts assignments and expectations to reflect that students are not preparing for the AP exam. (1255)
EL35332 AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🕜🕜🕜 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
Fee: $97 (Exam Fee)
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisites: Completion of Honors Spanish or permission of instructor with Spanish 3
◆ Other Info: Students will take the AP exam in the spring. Those receiving a score of 3, 4 or 5 may receive college credit in 200-level equivalent classes, depending upon the university in which they choose to attend. The AP Spanish Language and Culture course provides students with regular opportunities to use Spanish in all three communicative modes: Interpretive, Interpersonal, and Presentational. In addition to developing rich vocabulary, idiomatic expression, and sophisticated language skills, students will learn about the cultural products, practices and perspectives of the Spanish-speaking world by interacting with all of the following authentic resource materials: online print articles, graphs, charts, maps, audio, and audiovisual, traditional print resources that include literature, essays, and magazine and newspaper articles, movies, and native speakers outside of the classroom. Course content will be organized thematically according to the College Board’s Curriculum Framework and guided by essential questions (1202). Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade.
EL14812 GERMAN 1 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: none
◆ This course provides the student with a broad introduction to the German language and cultures. Short stories, videos, art, music, projects, and interactive games help in listening to, speaking, reading, and writing German. Students acquire a base vocabulary and learn simple grammatical structures needed to communicate in real-life situations. No homework is given, but outside study is highly encouraged. By the end of German 1, a student should be at the upper A1 or A2 level. (1256)
EL14912 GERMAN 2 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective, Career Cluster requirement
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: German 1 with a minimum grade of “C” or higher
◆ In German 2, students broaden their vocabulary and acquire a more advanced knowledge of grammar structures. In addition to more advanced versions of German 1 resources and activities, students’ abilities are enhanced by speaking in German in class whenever possible. No homework is given, but outside study is highly encouraged. By the end of German 2, a student should be at the upper A2 or B1 level. (1257)
EL25012 GERMAN 3 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 10-12, or with teacher approval
Prerequisites: German 2 with a minimum grade of “C” or higher
◆ In German 3, students reinforce their previously learned language and become acquainted with advanced vocabulary and syntax. At this stage students have more freedom in the topics they learn alongside the grammar, such as fairy tales, science, or history. Almost exclusive use of the German language in class is the goal. No homework is given, but outside study is highly encouraged. By the end of German 3, students should be at a B1 to B2 level. (1258)
EL35222 HONORS GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12, or with teacher approval
Prerequisites: German 3 with a grade of C- or higher, or with teacher approval
◆ In German 4 Honors, students enhance and review advanced language to hone their skills alongside a variety of themes. Students take the reins on which themes they’re interested in learning. The course is held at the same time as AP German, but has different assignments dependent on the “track” a student chooses (“Honors only” vs. “Pre-AP”). No homework is given, but students are expected to speak exclusively in German, so outside study is highly recommended. By the end of German 4 Honors, a student should be at the lower B2 level. (1259)
EL35132 AP GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 🏆
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
Fee: $97 (Exam Fee)
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 elective
Grades: 11-12, or with teacher approval
Prerequisites: German 3 or 4 Honors with a grade of B- or higher, or with teacher approval
◆ This college-level course prepares students to take the AP German Language and Culture exam. Students expand their language skills through interaction with various aspects of the lives, literature, and cultures of German-speaking countries, as well as their relations to the world. Students take the reins in which themes are learned. No homework is given, but students are expected to speak exclusively in German, so outside study is highly recommended. By the end of German 4 AP, a student should be at the lower-to-mid B2 level. (1211)
Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade.
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