Spanish 1
Course Syllabus 2012-2013
Instructor: Sra. Susan Mills
Email:
GHS Phone No: (270) 651-8801
Planning Time: 8:05-9:30 am Room: 118
Textbook: Descrubre by Vista Higher Learning
Course Description
Español is an incredible language to learn! You do not have to venture very far to see how Spanish is used and needed in our region every day. Spanish requires a lot of time and dedication on the part of the student. Please be prepared to sleep, eat, and breathe el español.
The 5 Aspects of Spanish Class are (1) Speaking, (2) Listening, (3) Reading, (4) Writing, and (5) Culture. Students will be assessed on each of these throughout the year. Participation is KEY in this class.
Course Objectives
This is a course in which students will gain a basic understanding of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The guiding principles for world language instruction are five interwoven goals that are based in Kentucky academic expectations and the National Standards for World Languages.
1) Communicate in a language other than English.
2) Gain knowledge and understanding of other cultures.
3) Connect with and acquire information from other disciplines.
4) Develop insight into the nature of language and culture through comparisons.
5) Participate in multilingual communities at home and around the world.
Course Materials
Students are expected to come to class prepared each and every day. Students will bring Spanish/English dictionary, paper, and pen/pencils to class on a daily basis. These items will not be provided.
Additional materials may be required for projects/presentations—a list will be provided for each as it is assigned.
Grading Policy
Student’s grades will be based on daily participation, completion of assignments, chapter exams, quizzes, homework, and cultural presentations & projects.
Grades will be based on the percentage of total possible points a student has earned at the end of the nine weeks.
The grading scale is as follows:
A= 90-100
B= 80-89
C= 70-79
D= 60-69
F= 59-below
Homework (Extended Practice) Policy
Homework or Extended Practice work is given 2 to 3 times a week. Generally, there will be some time at the end of class to complete the assignment. Always remember to use time wisely. If the assignment is not completed during this time, then it is to be taken home. All homework is due the following day.
Testing Policy **IMPORTANT**
Students are expected to take tests on the scheduled days. In the event a student is absent from class on the testing day, the student will be given a make-up test before or after school. The test MUST be made up during the 5 day allotted time frame as stated in the student handbook. Generally, test dates will be given a week in advance. If a student knows he/she is going to be absent, then he/she should make arrangements with Sra. Mills for a time to take it.
Classroom Expectations/Student Responsibilities
Ø R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Be respectful to every person and his/her belongings at ALL times.
Ø Be prepared! Bring all materials to class daily. A student may not go to his/her locker to get them and he/she may not leave them in the classroom.
Ø Be ready! Be ready to begin class when the bell rings. Do NOT be tardy! A Bell Ringer assignment will be on the board for the student to complete when the student walks into class.
Ø Be responsible! If a student is absent for any reason, it is his/her responsibility for any and all make-up work.
Ø ¡No comida! ¡No bebida! Absolutely NO food or drinks allowed in the classroom. We are in a brand new building, and it’s important that we take excellent care of it. It’s beautiful! J
Course Outline—Spanish 1
Lesson 1
· Greetings and salutations, expressions of courtesy, identification
· Nouns & articles, numbers 0-30, Ser, time
· Cultura—Saludos y besos en los países hispanos
Lesson 2
· Classroom & school life, days of the week
· Present tense of –Ar verbs, questions, Estar, numbers 31 and higher
· Cultura—la escuela secundaria
Lesson 3
· Family, professions
· Descriptive adjectives, possessive adjectives, present tense of –Er and –Ir verbs, Tener and Venir
· Cultura--¿Cómo te llamas?
Lesson 4
· Pastimes, Sports, Places
· Present tense of Ir (to go), Stem-changing verbs, irregular yo verbs
· Cultura—Real Madrid y el Barca: rivalidad total
Lesson 5
· Travel and vacation, months & seasons, weather, ordinal numbers
· Estar with conditions & emotions, present progressive, Ser and Estar, Direct objects
· Cultura—el Camino Inca
Lesson 6
· Clothing and shopping, negotiating a price & buying, colors, adjectives
· Saber and Conocer, Indirect objects, preterite tense of regular verbs, demonstrative adjectives and pronouns
· Cultura—los mercados al aire libre
Lesson 7
· Daily routines, personal hygiene, time expressions
· Reflexive verbs, preterite of Ser and Ir, Verbs like gustar
· Cultura—la siesta
Lesson 8
· Food and meals
· Preterite of stem-changing verbs, double object pronouns, comparisons and superlatives
· Cultura—frutas y verduras de las Américas
Lesson 9
· Celebrations, personal relationships, stages of life
· Irregular preterite, verbs that change meaning in the preterite, pronouns after prepositions
· Cultura—Semana Santa: vacaciones y tradición
August 16, 2012
Dear Parents/Guardians:
I am very excited that your son/daughter has decided to take a Spanish class at Glasgow High School. Learning a foreign language is not an easy task and will take dedication, practice, and patience. I am asking for your support in helping your child learn a foreign language. Please read the syllabus carefully. Your child will keep the syllabus in his/her binder or folder for future reference. Please sign and return this letter to me no later than Wednesday, August 22, 2012.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or email. I am looking forward to working with you and your child.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Ms. Susan Mills
My child and I have read the course syllabus for Spanish and agree to follow its guidelines and policies.
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