Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective
Fees None
Description
Hands-on class that develops communication skills in American Sign Language. Students will learn how to communicate with a deaf person in a variety of situations, and will learn about deaf culture and history. Classes are conducted in American Sign Language, with a high emphasis on expressive skills.
American Sign Language 1010 - 35301CE (upon admission to WSU)
Grade 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective **WSU ASL 1010 3 credits
Fees $45 (concurrent enrollment fee)
Description
Students will increase their signing proficiency and be able to discuss a wide range of topics. Deaf culture and history will be explored in greater depth. Classes are conducted in American Sign Language with a high emphasis on expressive skills. **Eligible students can earn college credit.
Comments
Pre-Requisite: ASL 1 with a C average or instructor approval
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective
Fees AP test fees may apply
Description
Advanced course with emphasis on improving fluency and accuracy in language structures. This course is taught almost exclusively in Chinese. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam.
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective (4th year elective English)
Fees $15 (concurrent enrollment)
Prerequisite
Students may register for this course only if they are currently enrolled in AP Chinese. Students must pass the AP Chinese exam with a score of 3 or higher to be in the class.
Description
Chinese Bridge 3117 explores the impact of traditional Chinese legacy on modern Chinese cultural identity formation and transformation. Students will have opportunities to use the knowledge learned in the course to interpret and negotiate various challenges and issues that they confront in their interaction with the Chinese language and culture. By the end of the course, students will be able to listen to, read, and discuss familiar topics as well as some concrete social, academic, and professional topics.
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective
Fees None
Description
Learn to speak the basics of everyday German conversation. Find out about life & culture in German-speaking countries.
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective
Fees None
Description
Introductory Spanish course with no previous experience with the language. Learn basic Spanish communication and cultural perspectives of Spanish-speaking countries.
Spanish 1010 (upon admission to WSU)
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective WSU SPAN 1010 3 credits
Fees $45 (concurrent enrollment fee)
Description
Beginning level of college Spanish to develop communication skills. The ending proficiency expectation is novice mid. Emphasis on everyday conversation and exposure to cultural perspectives. Students can earn college credit.
Spanish 1020 (upon admission to WSU)
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective (4th year elective English) WSU SPAN 1020 3 credits
Fees $45 (concurrent enrollment fee)
Description
Emphasis on communication and cultural practices and perspectives. The ending proficiency expectation is novice-high. Students can earn college credit.
Spanish 2010 (upon admission to WSU)
Grade 10th, 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective (4th year English) WSU SPAN 2010 3 credits
Fees $45 (concurrent enrollment fee)
Description
Emphasis on communication and cultural practices. The ending proficiency expectation is intermediate-low. This course will prepare students for AP Spanish. Students can also earn college credit.
Grade 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective (4th year English)
Fees None
Description
Emphasis on oral communication, vocabulary, writing, reading and grammar. Students will explore Hispanic literature and culture.
Grade 11th, 12th
Length Year
Credit Elective (4th year English)
Fees $95 exam fee
Description
This course will prepare students to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam at the end of the year. The ending proficiency expectation is intermediate-mid level. Students who pass the exam with a score of 3 or better will receive college credit.