COURSE EXPECTATIONS
PALO VERDE HIGH SCHOOL
SPANISH I
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This one-year is designed to acquaint the student with the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish within a limited scope. The focus is communication in Spanish, incorporating understanding of Hispanic cultures, connecting with other disciplines, comparing native language to Spanish, and participating in multicultural communities. The course provides practice in correct use of basic vocabulary and language structures to enable the students to function effectively within realistic settings. This course will fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation for ninth to twelfth grade students.
The vocabulary emphasis in this class is one meaning and communication. The student will communicate in Spanish from the first of class and will be given an opportunity to communicate in a variety of settings. Activities will be in pairs, in small groups, and with the entire class. The four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be incorporated throughout the course. The student will be offered an abundance of materials in a workable framework for leaning Spanish. A sound grammar sequence will be introduced, which will lead to true proficiency in the language. Also, a rich variety of cultural activities will be presented to increase the student’s intercultural awareness.
II. PREREQUISITE
Stanines five (5) and above.
Grade “C” or better in English.
III. PRE-ASSESSMENT
Oral and written interview with student.
IV. POST-ASSESSMENT
Each student will take a post-test of diagnostic nature to determine:
A. Individual growth in course content.
B. Accomplishment of individual growth within career objectives.
C. Strengths and weaknesses of the teaching-learning system.
V. CAREER OBJECTIVES AND POSSIBLE CAREERS
Upon completion of this course, the student will.
A. Interpret and respond to oral communications in Spanish, taking into account both verbal and nonverbal cues.
B. Locate, comprehend, and interpret written information in Spanish.
C. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills by cooperating in groups situations, asserting leadership when appropriate and being willing to share skills, knowledge, and materials with peers.
D. Organize and compose written material appropriate to the course.
E. Explore a wide array of career options, such as:
1. Interpreter 5. Teacher 9. Translator
2. Journalist 6. Hotel concierge 10. Tour director
3. Flight attendant 7. Public relations 11. International
4. Foreign correspondent 8. Government work marketing
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
PALO VERDE HIGH SCHOOL
SPANISH I
VI. COURSE OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, the successful student will, within a limited scope:
A. …develop competency to communicate with people of other countries and cultures in order to succeed in the global community of the 21st century.
B. …communicate effectively in Spanish, using correct pronunciation, on a variety of topics through listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills acquired in the coursework.
C. …understand, evaluate, and interpret written, numeric, aural, and visual communications in Spanish on a variety of topics.
D. …explore the relationship between the practices, products, and perspectives of the diverse Hispanic cultures.
E. …recognize the distinctive viewpoints of other cultures that are only available through the study of the Spanish language and culture.
F. …compare linguistic elements expressed in English and Spanish.
G. …contrast Hispanic cultures to individual ethnic background.
H. …acquire and demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills in Spanish to become functioning, literate, and productive citizens of the world.
I. …demonstrate technological proficiency through use of technologically-challenging media in the study of Spanish.
J. …demonstrate the ability to investigate and retrieve information in the target language by accessing authentic Hispanic documents.
K. …connect the knowledge of Spanish to other disciplines.
L. …express themselves creatively in Spanish, using culturally and socially appropriate language.
M. …engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions in Spanish.
N. …present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience in Spanish.
O. …provide an appreciative audience for others.
P. …participate in the annual Foreign language Fair through participatory attendance, ambassadorship, performance, team or individual competition.
Q. …role-play in Spanish a variety of real-life situations dealing with daily life, family, friends, peers, careers, social and business etiquette.
R. …participate in culturally diverse activities in Spanish, including dance, art, music, food, and games.
S. …work collaboratively with others in cooperative learning groups to dramatize real-life situations, writing original dialogs in Spanish, preparing and presenting them to an audience.
T. …participate in group activities involving listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish.
U. …participate in classroom and departmental competition on a variety of topics in Spanish.
V. …accept the responsibility of being a contributing member of a group.
W. …participate in language club activities and the Foreign Language Fair.
X. …interact with members of the community to learn how they use Spanish in various careers.
Y. …share communicative and cultural presentations with the community.
Z. …explore opportunities to live and study in a country in which Spanish is spoken.
AA. …experience a greater awareness of the art, music, and literature of Hispanic countries.
AB. …use media in Spanish for entertainment, personal growth and enrichment.
AC. …participate in or explore careers which require interaction in Spanish.
AD. …participate in or explore a school-to-work transition program in which the job requires proficiency in Spanish and knowledge of Hispanic cultures.
VII. LESSON TOPIC WITH COURSE OUTCOMES – COMPONENTS TO BE MASTERED
A. SOUND SYTEM (1, 2, 3, 4)
Alphabet
Vowels and Dipthongs
Consonants, Consonant Combinations
Accents
Intonation and Rhythm
Sinalefa
B. VOCABULARY – (1, 2, 3, 4)
Basic Vocabulary (see attached list)
Idioms
Cognates
Conversational Phrases
C. GRAMMAR – TERM # IN PARENTHESIS
Nouns (1, 2, 3, 4)
Gender (1, 2)
Number (1, 2)
Adjectives (1, 2, 3, 4)
Definite and indefinite Articles (1, 2)
Agreement (1, 2)
Position (1, 2)
Possessive (3)
Pronouns (1, 2, 3, 4)
Subject (1, 2)
Prepositional (2, 3)
Verbs (1, 2, 3, 4)
Present Tense
Regular (-ar, -er, -ir) (1, 2, 3, 4)
Stem-changing (3, 4)
Irregular (1, 2, 3, 4)
Conocer vs. Saber (3)
Ser vs. Estar (1, 2, 3, 4)
Present progressive Tense (3)
Near Future (ir + a Construction) (3)
Sentence Structure
Prepositions of Place (4)
Negative Sentences (1, 2)
Interrogative Sentences (1, 2, 3, 4)
Possession with de (3, 4)
Contractions (2, 3)
Personal a (3)
Introduction of:
Direct Object pronouns (4)
Preterite Tense (4)
Reflexive Construction (1, 2, 3, 4)
VIII. MAJOR TEXT
Realidades I, Pearson/Prentice Hall
The student is responsible for the care and replacement cost of text if lost or stolen. Repair costs will be assessed on damaged books.
Realidades I Student Workbook. The student will be responsible for the care and replacement cost of the workbook if lost or stolen. The student is expected to bring his/her workbook along with the textbook to each class.
IX. COURSE INFORMATION
A. PHILOSOPHY
This course is designed to meet or exceed the goals of the National and the State of Nevada Standards for Foreign Language Education: Communication; Cultures; Connections; Comparisons; Communities.
B. ASSESSMENT/TESTING
Students will be assessed on a daily basis proficiency in the Spanish language. Assessment will be based on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, in addition to daily oral and/or written homework, grammar and vocabulary knowledge, and Spanish notebook. Written quizzes will be given at regular intervals within each unit of study. Unit tests will be administered at the end of each unit, as well as and end-of semester final exam. Students will be required to prepare and present a project each quarter to enhance cultural enrichment and awareness. Active and voluntary participation in the Spanish language is expected for proficiency in the class.
C. ASSIGNMENTS AND HOMEWORK POLICY
Students will be assigned oral and/or written homework assignments daily. These assignments will most often be exercises from the text or workbook. The teacher will accept homework assignments only when directions have been followed, the assignment is complete, the paper is labeled, and neatness and legibility are evident. Incomplete and/or late assignments will not receive credit.
D. MAKE-UP
Students are responsible for inquiring about and completing assignments, tests, and quizzes missed due to an absence. To receive full credit, make-up work must be completed within three days for each day missed because of an absence.
E. EXTRA CREDIT
Students who complete assigned work on time should not need extra credit work to succeed in this class.
X. ACROSS THE CURRICULUM ACTIVITIES
A. Organization/Study Skills – The teacher will advise students during the first week of school regarding the importance of being prepared daily for class. It will be required that the student have a textbook, notebook, Student Handbook, paper, and pen/pencil on their desk each day when class begins. The teacher will check to see that lose requirements are met and will reward students accordingly.
B. Writing – Students will practice many writing techniques which they have learned in English classes. The teacher will include writing assignments and compositions on exams, which will be part of the exam grade. Students will prepare a cultural project each term.
C. Reading/Learning Strategies – Students are responsible for all vocabulary and reading strategies resented in class.
D. Technology – World Classroom and Internet activity will be available during the year.
E. Problem-solving Strategies – In Spanish, students will give directions, follow directions, and solve mathematical word problems.
XI. EVALUATION
A. CRITERIA FOR ARRIVING AT STUDENT GRADES
A percentage system will be used to determine the student’s grade. Points will be assigned for oral and written class work and homework assignments, cultural assignments, daily oral and written class work and homework assignments, cultural assignments, daily oral participation, notebook, tests and quizzes, and other assigned work. The quarterly participation, notebook, tests, and quizzes, and other assigned work. The quarterly percentages will be:
Class Participation: 25%
Homework: 25% Quizzes and Tests: 40% Special Projects: 10%
The semester grade percentages will be:
Quarter A (45%) + Quarter B (45%) + Semester Exam (10%) = Semester Grade
B. EXPLANATION OF STUDENT GRADES
A =90 – 100% Excellent
B =80 – 89% Above Average
C =70 – 79% Average
D =60 – 69% Below Average
F =Below 60% Failing
IN= Incomplete
NG= No Grade
C. RECEIVING GRDE REPORTS
Grade percentages will be posted at regular intervals to keep students informed of their current achievement level. Progress reports will be issued midway through each term, followed by the end-of-term report card. Students must make an appointment to discuss grades. The teacher will be available before and after school for additional discussion of grades, methods to improve progress, extra help, and enrichment.
D. CITIZENSHIP GRADE REPORTS
Citizenship grades will be given on report cards using the following symbols:
O=Outstanding; S=Satisfactory; U=Unsatisfactory.
Parents will be notified of unsatisfactory citizenship on the progress report. Often, the teacher will communicate directly with parents/guardians by telephone or written correspondence when a student has unsatisfactory citizenship.
SPANISH 1 – APPENDIX A
VOCABULARY
He following word categories must be addressed along with functions in context.
1. Greetings and leave-takings
2. Cardinal numbers 0 – 1,000
3. Ordinal numbers 1 - 10
4. Telling Time
5. Calendar
a. Months, days of the week, holidays
b. Writing the date
c. Weather, seasons
6. Classroom objects and expressions
7. Immediate family
8. Colors
9. Body parts
10. Clothing
11. Meals (food and drink)
12. Places
13. Modes of transportation
14. Sports
15. Interrogatives
16. Rejoinders and interjections
17. Locational prepositions
18. Idiomatic expressions
a. Ser
b. Estar
c. Tener
d. Me gusta (n)
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