Spanish

Spanish

ACCELERATED SPANISH H (WL312)

Grades 9; 5 credits; One Year Elective

This accelerated Spanish course combines the Spanish 1 and 2 curricula into one year of study to prepare students for both the AP and IB sequence.  It is designed to be rigorous and fast-paced, and it is therefore intended for highly motivated studnts who wish to challenge themselves. No prior knowledge of the language is necessary. Students are presented opportunities for communication and interaction in the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on the development of authentic communication skills, which are strengthened, and reinforced through exposure to a wide range of audiovisual materials and a variety of listening and speaking activities. The aim is to acquire and integrate an active and practical Spanish vocabulary, the essential building blocks of Spanish grammar, and a variety of idiomatic expressions particular to the Spanish language. The student is also introduced to the Spanish civilization, culture, and geography. He/She will achieve an awareness of global, cultural, social, and political issues while increasing his or her level of fluency. Throughout the year, there is a transition to greater oral and written expression in a wide variety of situations examining both abstract and concrete ideas that lead to an appreciation of global perspectives. 

SPANISH 1 (WL212)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective 

This course is the first of a four or five year sequence (Spanish 2, 3, 4H, AP Spanish Language) designed for college preparation and introduces the student to the basic speaking, reading, and writing skills in the Spanish language. The student is also introduced to the civilization, culture, and geography of Spain and Latin American territories. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of pronunciation through oral practice, imitation, individual coaching, and listening to native speakers. The aim is to acquire an active and practical Spanish vocabulary, the essential terms of grammar, and a limited number of idiomatic expressions. The student moves gradually from the “question and answer” stage to the mastery of simple connected oral and written summaries, and free conversation. Simplified reading selections and dialogues are provided for comprehension.  Audiovisual materials are used to reinforce the learning process. 

SPANISH LANGUAGE 1  (WL110)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective

This course is the first of a (2) year sequence. The completion of this course (WL110) and Spanish Language 2 (WL120) is equivalent to Spanish 1. This course fulfills the one year high school graduation requirement.  By completing this course, along with Spanish Language 2 (WL120) and Spanish 2 (WL222), this sequence may be used to meet the suggested language requirement for 4-year colleges. Emphasis is placed on the Spanish vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, and speaking skills.  Students will have the opportunity to role play practical situations that will be simulated in the classroom thus providing the necessary tools to develop conversational skills in the target language. Appropriate vocabulary will be introduced which will enhance communication skills through basic grammar and useful phrases. Culture will be integrated as part of global awareness and the understanding of cultural differences.  Students will learn how culture and language interact. Simplified reading selections, listening activities, and dialogues are provided for practice and language acquisition. Audiovisual materials are used to reinforce the learning process. 

SPANISH LANGUAGE 2 (WL120)

Grades 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite:  Spanish Language 1

This course is the second and last course of a (2) year sequence.  The completion of Spanish Language 1 (WL110) and this course (WL120) is equivalent to Spanish 1.  By completing this course, along with Spanish Language 2 (WL120) and Spanish 2 (WL222), this sequence may be used to meet the suggested language requirement for 4-year colleges. This course continues to develop and build on the student’s basic speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in the Spanish language through task-oriented situations, creative projects and assessments.  Students will continue to learn and build upon their knowledge of the culture and geography of the Spanish speaking world. Audiovisual materials are used to reinforce the continual acquisition of the Spanish Language. 

SPANISH 2 (WL222)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Spanish 1 OR Spanish Language 1 and Spanish Language 2

This course is the second of a four or five year sequence (Spanish 3H, 4H, AP Spanish Language ) designed for college preparation and continues to develop the student’s Spanish speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills. There is a transition to greater free oral and written expression and a study of Spanish history is added to the continued studies of culture and geography. Rather than repeated or memorized, conversation and composition are more student initiated and more original. Structural patterns are on an intermediate level. Reading selections consisting of connected short stories and current event articles. Media, as well as creative projects are part of the Spanish 2 program. 

SPANISH  3H (WL332)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Spanish 2  

This course is the third of a four or five year sequence (Spanish 4H, AP Spanish Language) designed for college preparation and to mt the needs and interests of students through an individualized instruction approach. This approach provides the student with the opportunity to work in small groups, in large groups, and on an independent basis. Reading skills continue to be developed through the reading of materials, of current events, and the comparisons of the literature to modern day life. Speaking ability is increased through discussions of the reading materials, of current events, and the comparison of literature to modern day life. Emphasis is placed on the development of free composition and conversation. In the study of Spanish poetry, literature, history, vocations, and travel, the following activities predominate: intensive reading, followed by questions and answers leading to the experience of discussion; oral and written reports on the topics studied; projects or reports based on the student’s personal interest. 

SPANISH 4H (WL342)

Grades 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Spanish 3H

This course is the fourth of a four or five year sequence (AP Spanish Language) designed for college preparation and continues to follow an individualized instruction approach. Emphasis continues to be placed on oral and written proficiency in the use of the language, especially in the mastery of the Spanish structure for oral and written reports and discussions based on the texts studied, and everyday occurrences and topics of interest to students. An intensive and extensive study is made of Spanish personalities and developments (historical, literary, contemporary, political). Students are given the opportunity to lead their class and to interact with other students in collaborative activities. Creativity is encouraged through alternative assessment and performance based tests. 

ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE (WL442)

Grade 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisites: Spanish 4H 

The curriculum for this course is aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for World Languages and will prepare students to communicate at the ACTFL Intermediate High/Advanced-Low Learner Range.  The curriculum meets the standards set forth by the College Board for the Advanced Placement Spanish Language Examination. Classroom activities are designed to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles, including a variety of individual, pair, small group and large group activities.  All students must demonstrate self-management and responsibility. Additionally, all students will use technology to enhance language acquisition, acquire current cultural information and become more familiar with language-related employment opportunities. By the end of the course, students will gain a greater insight and appreciation of their own language and culture by exploring a new culture and comparing and contrasting it to their own. This course may require a Summer Assignment.