WORLD LANGUAGES

INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LANGUAGES

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

In this world language course, students will be introduced to 4 different languages. The languages include Spanish, French, Latin, and Italian. Each language will be taught in a period of 1 marking period. This multilingual course is designed to give students an opportunity to gain understanding of a language that they might want to further study in the future. The course takes a multi-perspective approach for teaching the culture of the people that speak the language, along with fundamental communication skills in the target language. Activities that engage students and make language learning exciting and fun will be incorporated to build acquisition. The language will be taught using the communicative method which combines listening, speaking, reading and writing in the target language with the use of multimedia resources.

FRENCH I

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

The main objective of this course is to enable students to attain some communication competency and proficiency in each of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Speaking and listening skills are emphasized using an aural-lingual approach. Students also learn about the culture of the Francophone world.

FRENCH II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

In this course, students broaden their communication skills in French. They learn new concepts and functions and use them in meaningful, realistic situations. Students continue their study of the Francophone world and develop greater awareness of cultural differences. Class is conducted in French whenever possible.

HONORS FRENCH II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students continue to develop their skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing at an accelerated pace. Students are expected to master extensive vocabulary, analyze challenging reading selections, engage in conversation at a higher level of proficiency, and utilize complex and advanced grammatical structures. Class is usually conducted in French.

HONORS FRENCH III

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students increase their vocabulary base and gain stronger proficiency in all listening, reading, writing & speaking French. Assignments emphasize Francophone cultures through the use of authentic contemporary materials.

Students read and interpret authentic texts, short films and materials. Conversation practice emphasizes practical applications and frequently encountered situations. Class is conducted entirely in French. PREREQUISITE: French II/IIH

HONORS FRENCH IV MODEL PROGRAM WITH MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

A dual-enrollment course with Monmouth University which will be a communicative-based, capstone language course applying skills and topics acquired from the previous 3 years of French study. Focus will be on French language fluency, literacy, and cultural applications. Students wishing to receive college credit can register with Monmouth University (for Monmouth University - French 102) through the Shore Regional guidance department. (* per credit fees are set by Monmouth University and must be paid by the students.) Class in conducted entirely in French.

IB FRENCH 12

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

In IB French 12, students develop the ability to communicate in the target language through

the study of the French language, themes and texts. In doing so, they also develop conceptual understandings of how language works. Communication is evidenced through receptive/interpretive, productive/presentational and interactive/interpersonal skills across a range of contexts and purposes that are appropriate to the level of the course. A key aim of the course is to develop international-mindedness through the study of the French language, Francophone cultures, and ideas and issues of global significance. Class in conducted entirely in French.

PREREQUISITE: French IIIH

ITALIAN I

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students learn the basic concepts of Italian using an aural-lingual-visual method to attain some communication competency and proficiency in each of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students also learn about Italian culture.

ITALIAN II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students continue to develop their communication skills in Italian by increasing their vocabulary. They learn new concepts and functions and use them in realistic situations. Class is conducted in Italian whenever possible.

HONORS ITALIAN II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students continue to develop their skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing at an accelerated pace. They learn extensive new vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures, and continue their study of Italian culture. Class is usually conducted in Italian.

ITALIAN III

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students continue to develop their communication skills in Italian by increasing their vocabulary. They learn new concepts and functions and use them in realistic situations. Class is conducted in Italian whenever possible.

HONORS ITALIAN III

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students increase their vocabulary base and gain proficiency in all listening, reading, writing & speaking Italian. Reading and writing assignments emphasize modern Italian culture through the use of authentic contemporary materials. Students read and interpret authentic texts, short films and materials. Conversation

practice emphasizes practical applications and frequently encountered situations. Class is conducted entirely in Italian.

PREREQUISITE: Italian II/IIH

IB ITALIAN 12

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

In Italian IB, students develop the ability to communicate in the target language through

the study of the Italian language, themes and texts. In doing so, they also develop conceptual understandings of how language works. Communication is evidenced through receptive/interpretive, productive/presentational and interactive/interpersonal skills across a range of contexts and purposes that are appropriate to the level of the course. A key aim of the course is to develop international-mindedness through the study of the Italian language, culture, and ideas and issues of global significance. Class is conducted entirely in Italian.

PREREQUISITE: Italian III or Honors Italian III

SPANISH I

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students learn the basic concepts of Spanish using an aural-lingual-visual method to attain a foundation for communication competency and proficiency in each of the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students begin their study of Hispanic cultures.

This course is designed to be an introduction to the Spanish language. It will develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the use of current vocabulary and grammatical structures (parts of speech and verb tenses). This course will also focus on the development of communication and interpersonal skills, as well as cultural awareness and appreciation.

SPANISH II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students increase their communication competency in the four language skills and apply them in realistic situations. Hispanic cultures receive more intensive study and additional time is spent on career opportunities. Class is conducted in Spanish whenever possible.

In Spanish II students continue to develop their proficiency in the three modes of communicative competence: interacting with one another in the target language, understanding oral and written messages and making oral and written presentations in Spanish. They begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures and are exposed to more complex features of the Spanish language. They continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. Emphasis continues to be placed on the use of Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture.

HONORS SPANISH II

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students continue to develop their communication competency in the four language skills, but at an accelerated pace. They learn extensive new vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures, and read many selections dealing with Hispanic cultural themes. Class is primarily conducted in Spanish.

In Spanish II-Honors students continue to develop and accelerate their proficiency in the three modes of communicative competence: interacting with one another in the target language, understanding oral and written messages and making oral and written presentations in Spanish. They begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures and are exposed to more complex features of the Spanish language. They continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. Emphasis continues to be placed on the use of Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture.

SPANISH III

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students develop additional proficiency in the four language skills. Students are expected to master extensive vocabulary, read more advanced materials, and engage in conversation at a higher level of proficiency. Class is primarily conducted in Spanish.

In Spanish III students continue to develop and their proficiency in the three modes of communicative competence: interacting with one another in the target language, understanding oral and written messages and making oral and written presentations in Spanish. They begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures and are exposed to more complex features of the Spanish language. They continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. More advanced grammatical structures are learned and their vocabulary continues to expand. Emphasis continues to be placed on the use of Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture.

HONORS SPANISH III

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

Students increase their vocabulary base and gain proficiency in utilizing advanced grammatical structures. Emphasis is given to utilizing advanced grammatical structures and oral expression. Students receive intensive practice in the four language skills. Complex readings highlight various aspects of Hispanic cultures. Class is primarily conducted in Spanish.

In Spanish III students continue to develop and accelerate their proficiency in the three modes of communicative competence: interacting with one another in the target language, understanding oral and written messages and making oral and written presentations in Spanish. They begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures and are exposed to more complex features of the Spanish language. They continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. More advanced grammatical structures are learned and their vocabulary continues to expand. Emphasis continues to be placed on the use of Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture.

SPANISH IV

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

In Spanish IV students continue to develop and accelerate their proficiency in the three modes of communicative competence: interacting with one another in the target language, understanding oral and written messages and making oral and written presentations in Spanish. They begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures and are exposed to more complex features of the Spanish language. They continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities. More advanced grammatical structures are learned and their vocabulary continues to expand. Emphasis continues to be placed on the use of Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture.

IB SPANISH B 11

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

IB Spanish B 11 emphasizes progressive movement toward mastery of the aural, oral, grammar, reading, and writing skills developed in Spanish III Honors. The IB core categories are the core focus, and the intensive study of geography, history, literary texts, and cultural customs/practices are dimensions of this focus. Students are expected to listen to and participate in authentic conversations and videos, create compositions and presentations. Upon successful completion of Spanish IV Honors, course participants are encouraged to continue with the IB program and take IB Spanish 12. Pre-requisite is the completion of Spanish III Honors with an 84 or above average.

IB SPANISH B 12

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

IB Spanish B 12 emphasizes the in-depth study of language and literature. The IB core categories are the core focus, and the intensive study of geography, history, literary texts, and cultural customs/practices are dimensions of this focus. IB Spanish expands upon the aural, oral, grammar, reading, and writing skills mastered in Spanish IV- Honors and prepares the students for the complex objectives of the International Baccalaureate Spanish Language Standard or High Level Examination.

Pre-requisite is the completion of IB Spanish 11 with an 84 or above average.

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SEMINAR IN SPANISH STUDIES

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

SEMINAR IN SPANISH STUDIES is the culmination of the communicative Spanish program. It is an extension in the study of the language and culture of the people. The course includes an integration of vocabulary, literature, film, and history while using the Spanish language skills to communicate. The course focuses on students of the 21st century by including a variety of media and Internet resources. It seeks to intensify students’ desire to continue acquiring Spanish language, encourages cultural contacts beyond high school, and prepares students for undergraduate study of Spanish.

**If enrollment in this course does not meet a minimum of (15) it may be co-seated with the Spanish IV course