Spanish 5
Course Objectives:
To promote a systematic review of themes, structures, vocabulary and skills in the Spanish language beyond the intermediate level.
To promote awareness and appreciation of cultural similarities and variation throughout the Spanish speaking world.
To develop reading skills through the study of authentic texts, both cultural and literary.
To continue the development of speaking, listening and writing skills through a variety of assignments and class discussions in Spanish. These activities are designed to encourage students to reflect upon, interpret and react to social, personal and environmental topics and current events through movie reviews.
UNITS OF STUDY
Unit 1 - The Day of the Dead
The Book of Life
Coco
Unit 2 - Immigration
A Better Life
The Good Lie
McFarland USA
Unit 3 - Dictatorships / Rebellions
In the time of the Butterflies
Unit 4 - Lost Worlds
The Road to El Dorado
Dora "The Lost City of Gold"
EXPECTATIONS
Put forth your best effort
Be proactive with your learning
Listen to directions
Speak as much ESPAÑOL as possible!
Attend class daily PREPARED with your materials
Enthusiastically contribute to class activities EVERY DAY not only by raising your hand to volunteer answers, but also actively working during group work and staying on task
RESPECT each other’s individuality, privacy, and differences
Act respectfully and appropriately during class
Find out what you missed and make it up promptly
Communicate regularly with the teacher, especially if having difficulties