French 1 is an introduction to French with an emphasis on oral communication. Topics studied include how to greet people in French and keep a conversation going, how to utilize everyday terms, and how to ask and understand basic directions when traveling. Also included are the fundamentals of French sentence structure. Students study French cultural heritage of art, history, cuisine, and customs.
Spanish 1 is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Basic speech patterns, vocabulary, and pronunciation are presented through conversational dialogues and oral practice. Also included are essentials of grammar, everyday culture (such as behavior patterns of native speakers, geography, etc.), and the development of listening, reading, and writing skills. Students are expected to use Spanish as much as they can.