32950/32975 *Advanced Spanish for Communication

Course Name: *ADVANCED SPANISH FOR COMMUNICATION

Course Number: 32950/32975

Open to: Grades 11-12

Length: 2 semesters

Credits: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Spanish 4, *AP Spanish Language and Culture (Spanish 5), the 2-year Spanish for Heritage Learners courses, or consent of the instructor or department chair.

Course content: Advanced Spanish for Communication is an upper-level language class conducted in Spanish, focusing on all modes of communication: listening, reading, writing, and speaking in addition to the expansion of vocabulary and understanding of grammar rules. Cultural topics will be explored through current events, music, study of literature and film, articles, etc.

Activities: Students will participate in Spanish, maintaining the fluidity of the conversation in class. Students will work actively to improve their language skills inside and outside of class.