Curriculum - Foreign Language
FOREIGN LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT
Two (2) Consecutive Years in the Same Language Required for Graduation
Course Number: 0708340
Course Title: Spanish I
Pace Number: 413
Grade: 9-11
Note: Placement Determined by Placement Exam
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of thiscourse is to introduce students to Spanish and Hispanic culture and to develop communication skills and cross-cultural understanding.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: beginning skills in listening and speaking with special attention to pronunciation/introduction to grammar, vocabulary acquisition and fundamentals of Hispanic culture.
Course Number: 0708340
Course Title: Spanish I A
Pace Number: 409
Grade: 9-11
Note: Placement Determined by Placement Exam
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to Spanish and Hispanic culture and to develop communication skills and cross-cultural understanding.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: beginning skills in listening and speaking with special attention to pronunciation and vocabulary/ introduction to reading and writing fundamentals of grammar, fundamentals of culture. Special attention to oral proficiency and reinforcement of the student’s ability to communicate ideas and feelings.
Course Number: 0708350
Course Title: Spanish II
Pace Number: 423
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Spanish I
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previously acquired fundamental skills. This course develops increased listening, speaking and writing skills, as well as cultural awareness.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: expansion of previously acquired listening and oral skills/increased emphasis on reading and writing, while grammar and oral communication remains an important part of this course. Caribbean culture will be emphasized in this course. Classes will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0708350
Course Title: Spanish II A
Pace Number: 419
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Spanish I A, teacher recommendation.
1 credit
Major concept: Reinforcing previously acquired fundamental skills. This course develops increased listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as cultural awareness.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: expansion of previously acquired listening and oral skills/ increased emphasis on reading/writing, while oral communication remains the primary objective/cultural survey of Spanish-speaking people/emphasis is placed on vocabulary acquisition. The majority of the class will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0708360
Course Title: Spanish III
Pace Number: 433
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Spanish II
1 credit
Major concept: In addition to the content stated for Spanish II general, emphasis is placed on conversation and reinforcement of acquired skills.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: further development of specialized usage of vocabulary and conversational skills, attain an acceptable degree of proficiency in the four basic skills. A vast part of the class will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0708360
Course Title: Spanish III Honors
Pace Number: 434
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Spanish II and teacher recommendation
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previously acquired fundamental skills and to attain and acceptable degree of proficiency in situational Spanish.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: expansion of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions on selected topics. Acquisition of additional grammatical concepts through analysis of reading selections and acquisition of contemporary vocabulary relevant to everyday life of Spanish-speaking people. Students work independently and in small groups to practice drills and to prepare oral presentations, skits and videos. During these activities the teacher will serve as a facilitator. Spanish will be widely used in class.
Course Number: 0708370
Course Title: Spanish IV Honors Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 480
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Spanish III Honors and teacher recommendation
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to expand previously acquired skills.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: More advanced language structures and idiomatic expressions with emphasis on conversational skills/additional growth in vocabulary for practical purposes, including writing, acquire the ability to explore feelings and express opinions. Class will be conducted in Spanish. Dual enrollment through FIU.
Course Number: 0708400
Course Title: Advanced Placement – Spanish Language Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 491
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking II Honors
Note: Placement determined by teacher recommendation and approval of the Department Chairperson. Must take AP exam & Final
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to develop oral and written fluency in Spanish. Dual enrollment with Florida International University.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: review and reinforce grammatical knowledge while building vocabulary and increasing the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The content specified by the Advanced Placement Program will be followed. The class will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0709300
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking I
Pace Number: 411/402*
Grade: 9-11
Note: Placement Determined by Placement Exam
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previously acquired fundamental grammar and culture for students who speak Spanish at home, but have some English interference.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Vocabulary acquisition, reinforcement of the students’ ability to communicate ideas and feelings, development of comprehension skills through reading, grammar and the study of the different cultures of the Spanish-speaking countries. Classes will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0709300
Course Title: Spanish Speaking I A
Pace Number: 408
Grade: 9-11
Note: Placement Determined by Placement Exam
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to acquire a vast vocabulary, to provide a detailed review of grammar and culture for students who have some understanding focusing on oral and written communication free from English interference of the Spanish language.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: intense vocabulary acquisition through reading and culture, the developing of appropriate skills and attitudes in listening, speaking, reading and writing their native language. Introduction to Hispanic literature and authors will be emphasized. Classes will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0709310
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking II
Pace Number: 421/417*
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking I or approval of the Department Chairperson.
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to continue the development of oral and written communication and cultural study.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Part of this course is based on South American civilization and introduction to Spain. Grammar rules and application will be enforced, such as capitalization, punctuation, acquisition and reinforcement of the accentuation. Previously taught reading and writing skills will be reinforced, students will be introduced to Hispanic literature, authors and painters. Oral communication will be required. Classes will be conducted in Spanish.
Course Number: 0709310
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking II A
Pace Number: 418
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking I Honors, teacher recommendation and Department Chair approval.
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to continue the development of oral and written communication and cultural study.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Developing reading skills through literature, grammar application through writing of composition, and oral expression. Descriptions of story characters/summarization of facts and ideas in writing/ study of culture, including the lives and contributions of famous Hispanic people, history and civilization and continue with Hispanic literature. Classes will be conducted totally in Spanish.
Course Number: 0708320
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking III Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 431/459*
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking II and teacher recommendation
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previously acquired skills and culture for students who speak Spanish at home. Dual enrollment with Florida International University.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Expansion of vocabulary/development of oral communication skills, including information, instructions and directions of written skills. Emphasis is placed on the refinement of basic skills. The approach is descriptive and literary, reviewing such aspects of Latin American civilization as the historical, economic, scientific, literary and artistic movements of the Ibero-American republics. Classes are taught in Spanish.
Course Number: 0709320
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking III-Honors Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 432
Grade: 11-12
Dual enrollment
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking II Honors, teacher recommendation and Department Chair approval
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to continue the development of previously acquired oral and written communication skills. This course fosters the studies of basic principles of communication. Classes are taught exclusively in Spanish. Dual enrollment with Florida International University.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Grammar rules and spelling are emphasized in order to develop the writing skills/development of interpretation skills of the Spanish language, further development of specialized usage of vocabulary through selected literary work in prose and poetry of Latin American authors, focusing on writing analysis preparation and discussion of a variety of media communication and literature. Emphasis will be placed on oral communication. Classes will be conducted entirely in Spanish. Dual enrollment through FIU.
Course Number: 0709330
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking IV Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 481
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Spanish III, teacher recommendation and Department Chair approval
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to continue the development of the communicative skills of students who are practically bilingual, but lack the development in their parent’s home language. This course fosters the studies of basic principles of communication without English interference. Dual enrollment with Florida International University.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: Grammar rules and spelling are emphasized in order to develop the writing skills/development of the Spanish language, further development of specialized usage of vocabulary through selected literary work in prose and poetry of Latin American and Spanish authors, focusing on writing analysis preparation and discussion of a variety of media communication and literature. Classes will be taught totally in Spanish. Dual enrollment through FIU.
Course Number: 0709330
Course Title: Spanish-Speaking IV Honors Dual Enrollment
Pace Number: 447
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Spanish Speaking III Honors, teacher recommendation and Department Chair approval
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to enhance previously acquired skills and a general study of Spain’s history, culture and literature. Dual enrollment with Florida International University.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: more advance language structures and idiomatic expressions, with emphasis on conversational skills/ additional growth in vocabulary, for practical purposes. Reading selected samples of authentic literary prose and poetry and presenting an overview of Spanish literature and providing students with practice in dealing with literary periods and genres. The class is conducted entirely in Spanish. It is assumed that students have already learned the grammar and syntax of the language and have acquired strong skills in speaking, writing, reading and understanding Spanish. Dual enrollment through FIU.
Course Number: 0701320
Course Title: French I
Pace Number: 415
Grade: 9-11
Note: Placement Determined by Placement Exam
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to French and French culture and to develop communication skills and cross-cultural understanding.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: beginning skills in listening and speaking with special attention to pronunciation/introduction to reading and writing/fundamentals of grammar. Special attention to oral proficiency and France’s culture and history.
Course Number: 0701330
Course Title: French II
Pace Number: 425
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: French I
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previous fundamental skills. This course develops increased listening, speaking and writing skills, as well as cultural awareness.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: further work in listening comprehension, reading, writing and syntax. There is more emphasis in application of rules and basic structural analysis is taught as a foundation for advanced reading and writing skills. Oral communication remains primary objective/ cultural emphasis on Caribbean French.
Course Number: 0701330
Course Title: French II A
Pace Number: 469
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: French I, teacher recommendation.
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to reinforce previous fundamental skills. This course develops increased listening, speaking and writing skills, as well as cultural awareness.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: expansion of listening and oral skills previously acquired/increased emphasis on reading and writing, while oral communication remains primary objective/cultural survey of French speaking people of the Caribbean. The classes will be conducted mostly in French.
Course Number: 0701340
Course Title: French III
Pace Number: 435
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: French II
1 credit
Major concept:The purpose of this course is to enable students to enhance proficiency in French through a linguistic, communicative, and cultural approach to language learning. There is continued emphasis on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Experiences with French literature are broadened. Cross-cultural understanding is fostered and real-life applications are emphasized throughout the course.
The content should include, but not be limited to, the following: conversational expression of feelings, ideas, and opinions in French, comprehension of spoken and written French, oral and written presentation of information and ideas, in French, to an audience, social interaction patterns within French culture(s), connections between the French language and culture(s) and other disciplines, communication patterns of languages, French language usage within and beyond the school setting.
Course Number: 0701340
Course Title: French III Honors
Pace Number: 436
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: French II and teacher recommendation
1 credit
Major concept: The purpose of this course is to expand previously acquired skills.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: expansion of vocabulary and conversational skills through discussions based on selected reading/acquisition of additional grammatical concepts through analysis of reading selections/acquisition of contemporary vocabulary relevant to everyday life of French-speaking people of Canada. Class will be conducted totally in French.
Course Number: 0701350
Course Title: French IV- Honors
Pace Number: 445
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: French III and teacher recommendation
1 credit
Major concept: Emphasis in conversation for highly motivated students with an interest in advance language fluency.
The course should include, but not be limited to the following: more advance language structures and idiomatic expressions with emphasis on conversational skills/additional growth in vocabulary for practical purposes, including writing a variety or reading selections. Class will be conducted totally in French.
Course Number: 070138
Course Title: AP French Language
Pace Number: 492
Grade: 11 – 12 grade
Note: Must take AP Exam & Final
Major concept: This course is presented almost exclusively in French. All students’ activities, pair/group work and assignments are conducted in French. Students expand their skills in the target language and their proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing to improve their strategies in preparation for the AP French Language Examination. A variety of native speakers’ materials and topics including literary texts, current events, letters, films, magazines, telephone calls, emails and many others interactive and inviting documents are included. The course provides a variety and enriching environment of activities in class, by increasing critical essays, debates about topics of interests, target grammar points, role playing and all topics of interest that could motivate the students to use the target language.
*Class sizes are smaller and accommodations are made to address students’ learning needs.