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The Middleton High School World Languages Department is committed to educating our students to be global citizens who demonstrate intercultural competence, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills to meet the challenges of an increasingly interconnected world. World Language courses are open to all students. While learning another language, students will improve their skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening while gaining new insights into their own language and culture. For those students who are college-bound, our level 5 and 6 courses offer students the opportunity to earn college credits.
The MCPASD Seal of Biliteracy is a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction approved program which recognizes students who have demonstrated advanced achievement in bilingualism, biliteracy, and sociocultural competence in two or more languages. Students pursuing the Seal of Biliteracy in one of the four languages taught at MHS should continue through advanced levels of the language.
The Community Interpreter Certificate (CIC) is a 2 year college-level course sequence at Viterbo University that trains bilingual individuals (Spanish) to interpret in the community and professionally. Acceptance into the CIC program is based on a successful application, interview, and an entrance exam. It follows ECCP application deadlines.
LINGUISTICS
WLA0115: INTRO TO LINGUISTICS
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: None
Credit: 0.5 World Language Elective Year Course
Students in Introduction to Linguistics will engage in the study of linguistics, examining the development and reconstruction of languages, classification of language families, and how language has shaped our world. With language as the lens, students will explore the world and world history while gaining skills in the science of linguistics, making cultural comparisons and connections. The course will be taught in English.
FRENCH
WLA0511/0512: FRENCH 1
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 1 will learn about France and other French-speaking countries, the people and their language. They will learn to carry on conversations about family and friends, school, and leisure time using their newly-learned French skills. Students will develop reading, listening and intercultural skills through the use of authentic multimedia from various French speaking cultures. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Novice Mid/High.
WLA1011/1012: FRENCH 2
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or French 1
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 2 will continue to work on sustaining simple conversations and grow in their understanding of the French language and culture. Students will develop reading, listening, and intercultural skills through the use of authentic multimedia from various French speaking cultures. Students will engage in more self-expression through writing and conversation. Most of the class instruction will be in French. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. A continued study of French grammar and vocabulary will be accompanied by a variety of cultural topics including fashion, home, community, food and travel. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Novice High.
WLA1511/1512: FRENCH 3
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or French 2
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 3 will further develop their knowledge of the French language and culture. The formal presentation of French grammar will continue with an emphasis on using both written and spoken French for communication and self-expression. Listening skills will be developed through class activities, while accuracy will be stressed in both usage and pronunciation. Most of the class instruction will be in French. Students will continue to expand their study of francophone cultures and develop an appreciation for the similarities and differences between those cultures and their own. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate Low.
WLA2011/2012: FRENCH 4
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or French 3
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 4 will increase their fluency in speaking and writing French and deepen their understanding of the products, practices, and perspectives of French-speaking countries. In addition to reviewing and fine-tuning vocabulary and structure of French, students will be introduced to a variety of topics relevant to the contemporary French-speaking world through authentic texts, media, film and current events. Communication skills will be emphasized and students will primarily speak French so that by the end of the course they will be able to converse comfortably on a variety of topics and in a variety of situations. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate Mid.
WLA2581/2582: FRENCH 5 (CAPP)
Grade(s): 10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or French 4
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 5 will improve their conversational, presentational and written communication skills through reading, class discussion, journal writing and presentations. Literature, digital media and film will serve as vehicles for a more in-depth look at contemporary and historical issues of the French-speaking world. Review of grammar and vocabulary acquisition will be interspersed in thematic units. Class will be conducted entirely in French, and as a result students will leave the class prepared to use their language skills in college, career and travel throughout their lifetime. This course is the equivalent of a 200 level intermediate language course at a university. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate High.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
SPANISH
SPANISH
WLA2881/2882: AP FRENCH 6 (AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE) (CAPP)
Grade(s): 11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or French 5
Credit: 1.0 French Year Course
Students in French 6 will continue to deepen their understanding of complex grammar structures, explore contemporary and classic literature and develop their conversational skills. The course curriculum is aligned to the Advanced Placement French Language and Culture themes to prepare students to take the AP French Language and Culture exam in the spring. Students will improve their individual listening, reading, writing and speaking skills throughout this course. This course is the equivalent of a 300 level intermediate language course at a university. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Advanced Low.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
GERMAN
WLA3311/3312: GERMAN 1/2
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1.0 German Year Course
Students in German 1/2 will use sounds, rhythms, intonations and vocabulary to communicate in German. Topics of self and community including home, family, school, city and work will be covered throughout this course. The students will broaden their language skills through a wide range of vocabulary and language structures using a variety of learning methods including dialogues, German music, storytelling and exploration of the German speaking world.
This is an accelerated course that combines material from German Levels 1 and 2 and is recommended for students seeking an accelerated German language learning experience or were advised to retake German 2. This course will have a two-year rotating curriculum, therefore students can take this course two years in a row if students feel they need more practice and review before continuing on to German 3.
WLA4011/4012: GERMAN 3
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or German 2
Credit: 1.0 German Year Course
Students in German 3 will build on their abilities to read, write, speak and comprehend German. Students will increase their fluency and comprehension using their textbook, supplementary reading materials and journal activities. Authentic German literature will also be used to foster creativity and expression and expand cultural knowledge. The class will be conducted primarily in German to build the students’ confidence in speaking and understanding German more fluently.
WLA4511/4512: GERMAN 4
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or German 3
Credit: 1.0 German Year Course
Students in German 4 will improve their proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening while studying advanced grammatical concepts. Students will do extensive reading to improve vocabulary and language proficiency. Short stories will provide a basis for students to gain further insight into German culture. Additionally, students will do frequent journaling to foster creativity and expression in the target language. Students will also improve their conversational skills through class discussions and oral presentations.
WLA5081/5082: GERMAN 5 (CAPP)
Grade(s): 10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or German 4
Credit: 1.0 German Year Course
Students in German 5 will continue to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension skills through the discussion and study of contemporary and historical issues, current events, culture, history and literature from German-speaking countries. The course will review essential grammar as it applies to the material studied. Students will communicate primarily in German, both verbally and in written work. This course is the equivalent of a 200 level intermediate language course at a university.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
WLA5421/5422: AP GERMAN 6 (AP GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE) (CAPP)
Grade(s): 11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or German 5
Credit: 1.0 German Year Course
The course curriculum is aligned to the Advanced Placement German Language and Culture themes to prepare students to take the AP German Language and Culture exam in the spring. The course organizes thematic interdisciplinary instruction into units that include all six required course themes: global challenges, science and technology, contemporary life, personal and public identities, family and communities, and beauty and aesthetics. Instructional materials include a variety of authentic audio, visual, audiovisual, and written sources.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
SPANISH
WLA5511/5512: SPANISH 1
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: No previous Spanish study, or recommendation of middle school instructor
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Spanish 1 is a class for students who have never taken Spanish before or have the recommendation of a previous Spanish teacher to retake the course. In Spanish 1 students begin to grow their reading, listening, writing and speaking skills through memorized vocabulary and sentence structures. By the end of the course, the students can: state their likes and dislikes, describe themselves and others, and talk about areas of their lives such as school, family, and food and celebrations. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Novice Mid/High.
WLA6011/6012: SPANISH 2
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Spanish 1
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Students in Spanish 2 will continue to work on sustaining simple conversations about daily life and exploring their community. Common topics include expressing identity through clothes, describing homes in different communities, daily life activities, and past travel experiences. Most of the class instruction will be in Spanish. Students begin communicating in the past tense. Cultural identity and comparison are an important part of each class. Students will develop reading, listening, writing, speaking and intercultural skills through the use of both authentic and teacher-created resources. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Novice High.
WLA6511/6512: SPANISH 3
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Spanish 2
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
In this course, the teacher and students will primarily communicate in Spanish. Students in Spanish 3 will extend their speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities through the use of both teacher-created and authentic resources from various Spanish-speaking countries. Common topics in the class include comparing our lives as children to our lives now, health and wellness, places in our communities, and the environment. Frequent pair, small group, and whole class interactions with peers are essential components. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate low.
WLA7011/7012: SPANISH 4
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Spanish 3
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Students in Spanish 4 will be taught in Spanish, and continue to build on the skills and knowledge taught in Spanish 3, with an increase in the expectation of Spanish that the students are speaking. The focus is on improving and extending fluency in their writing and speaking, in addition to reading and comprehending longer texts from Spanish-speaking countries. The class is enriched with current events and media from various Spanish-speaking countries, which allows for students to deepen their insight and understanding of Spanish and Latin American cultures. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate Mid.
WLA7581/7582: SPANISH 5 (CAPP)
Grade(s): 10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Spanish 4
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Students in Spanish 5 will use the grammatical and cultural background knowledge they have acquired in previous courses. The literature and film of Spain and Latin America will serve as vehicles for an in-depth look into the Spanish speaking world of the past and present. Each student will improve their own individual conversational and written communication skills through extensive class discussion, readings, oral presentations and journal writing. This course is the equivalent of a 200 level intermediate language course at a university, and it is aligned to the AP Spanish Language and Culture themes. Frequent pair, small group and whole class interactions with peers are essential components to this course. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Intermediate High.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
WLA7881/7882: AP SPANISH 6 (AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE) (CAPP)
Grade(s): 11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Spanish 5
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Students in Spanish 6 will examine literature, film, news and other products of Spanish-speaking cultures while continuing to improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. This course curriculum is aligned to the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture themes to prepare students to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam in the spring, if they choose to take the exam. This course is the equivalent of a 300 level intermediate language course at a university, and as such this course requires the almost exclusive usage of Spanish. The proficiency goal for the end of this course is: Advanced Low.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
WLA7911/7912: SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS 1
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: Spanish Speaker
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Spanish Language Arts is designed for students who are already bilingual (Spanish/English) and would like to work on becoming stronger readers and writers in Spanish. Students in Spanish Language Arts 1 will focus on reading and writing in Spanish, with project-based activities and grammar work. Discussion, debate, and oral presentations further improve the students’ conversational skills. The unit themes of year 1 will include discussions around current cultural topics important in Latin America and the Latino community in the United States. Students will learn about linguistic and cultural identity, religious syncretism, indigenous perspectives on the environment, how language, race, and gender intersect, and historical and current policies around immigration. Students will read short stories, write personal reflections, and explore Latino identity and culture in Spanish.
WLA7921/7922: SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS 2
Grade(s): 10,11,12 Prerequisite: Spanish Language Arts 1, or Spanish Speaker
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Spanish Language Arts is designed for students who are already bilingual (Spanish/English) and would like to work on becoming stronger readers and writers in Spanish. Students in Spanish Language Arts 2 will focus on reading and writing in Spanish, with project-based activities and grammar work. Discussion, debate, and oral presentations further improve the students’ conversational skills. Year 2 students will explore a panoramic view of the history of Latin America and explore how history contributes to the social issues studied in year 1. Students will read short stories, research historical topics, and share their learning in short presentations in Spanish.
WLA7941/7942: SPANISH LANGUAGE ARTS 3 (CAPP)
Grade(s): 11,12 Prerequisite: Spanish Language Arts 2, or Spanish speaker of junior standing
Credit: 1.0 Spanish Year Course
Students in Spanish Language Arts 3 will continue their advanced study of the Spanish language through a general overview of the ways that language is traditionally studied in academic settings: through the lenses of linguistics, literature, modern history, and the arts. Discussion, debate, and oral presentations further improve the students’ conversational skills. Students will increase their awareness of their own use of language, explore realismo mágico as a feature of classic Latin American literature, study the political conflicts of the 20th and 21st centuries and explore how the arts have been used to respond to and reflect Latin American society. Students will apply their writing and composition skills to analyze the relationship between literature, language, society, history and culture.
Note: Qualified students may receive college credit for the class through CAPP. All dual credit options are dependent upon teacher certification.
MANDARIN
WLA8511/2: MANDARIN CHINESE 1
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in Mandarin Chinese 1 will learn Mandarin in a variety of situations with ever-increasing linguistic accuracy. Students will read, write, speak and listen to become familiar with the many aspects of the language. Students will also begin to acquire knowledge and culturally appropriate interaction skills essential for basic communication and will develop uses for Mandarin within the community. Through active participation in class activities, students will develop insights into their own language and culture in addition to the Mandarin language and culture.
WLA9011/2: MANDARIN CHINESE 2
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Mandarin Chinese 1
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in Mandarin Chinese 2 will further develop their skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening with an emphasis on communication skills in real world situations. Students will explore and discuss culturally relevant information with the theme of “being empowered.” Active participation in class activities is a critical component to learning the language and will be expected on a daily basis.
WLA9311/9312: MANDARIN CHINESE 3
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: Mandarin 2
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in Mandarin Chinese 3 will continue to explore real world situations in Mandarin through reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will learn more complex grammatical structures and sentence patterns to communicate on familiar topics through interaction and application. Using the theme "the thinker," students will learn about Chinese philosophies and how they connect with themselves and the world. Students will discuss culturally relevant information through texts that include moral and philosophical thought and will engage in activities surrounding these ideas.
WLA9411/9412: MANDARIN CHINESE 4
Grade(s): 9,10,11,12 Prerequisite: Mandarin 3
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in Mandarin Chinese 4 will work to understand authentic passages on familiar issues and communicate using accurate pronunciation and intonation with more diversified sentence structures. Students will be able to read and summarize texts from Chinese modern literature or the latest authentic language materials from China, written in the form of Mandarin characters. Students will also be able to write more complex texts on related issues. In addition, movies, music, various folk art forms and ancient Chinese classics will be studied to help students further develop intercultural competence.
WLA9611/9612: MANDARIN CHINESE 5
Grade(s): 10,11,12 Prerequisite: Mandarin 4
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in Mandarin Chinese 5 will continue working on authentic language materials related to culture, history and current events. Students will further develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, as well as review essential grammar and vocabulary. Students will apply these skills to class discussions, presentations, cultural appreciations and journal writings. All reading and writing materials will be in the form of Mandarin characters. The teacher and students will speak primarily Mandarin throughout this course.
WLA9711/9712: AP CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE / MANDARIN 6
Grade(s): 11,12 Prerequisite: A proficiency assessment or Mandarin Chinese 5
Credit: 1.0 Mandarin Year Course
Students in AP Mandarin 6: Chinese Language and Culture will continue to deepen their understanding of complex grammar structures, explore contemporary and classic literature and develop their conversational skills. The course curriculum is aligned to the Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture themes to prepare students to take the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam in the spring. Students will improve their individual listening, reading, writing and speaking skills throughout the course.
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