Foreign Languages

EL Spanish I H8011 (1 credit) Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 NCAA Approved

This introduction teaches basic language patterns and vocabulary.  Repetition and comprehensible input are important components of this course.  Focus is on all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.  Culture is an integral part of the course and is introduced through the use of media, games, adapted readings and class discussions.  In addition to written tests and quizzes, students may also be assessed by the means of aural activities.  Daily assignments are an integral part of this course; they reinforce concepts/skills introduced and explored in class, which enable students to participate in class in a meaningful way.  Completion of daily assignments is a must.  Active participation is required.  

EL Spanish II H8012 (1 credit) Grade 10, 11,12 

Prerequisite-Grade average of a C or higher in Spanish I NCAA Approved

Students continue to further develop and improve listening, speaking, reading practice in the target language using a variety of activities incorporating familiar vocabulary and structures.  Supplementary materials are introduced to enhance language use. In addition to written/oral tests and quizzes, students are assessed using a variety of formats; oral dialogues, presentations, written compositions and other means.  Daily class assignments are an integral part of this course as they not only reinforce concepts and skills that are introduced in class, but  also enable students to participate in class discussions.  Completion of assignments is essential to success in this course.  Continuous effort to use the target language is essential.  Active participation is a must.

EL Spanish III H8013 (1 credit) Grade 11,12 

Prerequisite- B average in Spanish II    NCAA Approved

Students continue to develop and increase their language acquisition in Spanish through the study of language structures in cultural and historical contexts.  Students will be engaged in a study of language structures and vocabulary through reading, listening, speaking, and writing activities.  Aspects of contemporary Spanish and Hispanic cultures are emphasized in this class.  Students will be assessed using a variety of methods including; oral and written tests and quizzes, classroom discussions and interactive activities, oral/aural assignments, presentations, dialogues, short compositions, and  other displays.  Active participation is a must.