Subject: Spanish IV
Grade: 12
Length of Course: First and Second Semester
Prerequisite: Spanish I, II & III (letter grade of "C" recommended)
CURRICULUM BENCHMARKS:
· Uses appropriate vocabulary to discuss authentic literary texts.
· Knows how to express one’s point of view, feelings, apologies, and preferences.
· Understands the content of ability appropriate texts.
· Understands the basic idea of and some details from spoken media.
· Writes information on topics of personal interest or assigned topics.
· Makes brief reports to the class on topics of personal interest or on topics that have been studied.
· Knows cultural traditions and celebrations that exist in the Spanish culture.
· Understands various patterns of behavior or interaction that are considered polite or impolite.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The content of Spanish IV will be basically from the text. Topics include money and banking, dating, weddings, professions, travel, routines, pastimes, family events, Spanish literature, and the involvement of Spain in U.S. history.
WHAT STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO DO:
1) Do written assignments almost daily
2) Take quizzes and tests
3) Oral practice with teachers and fellow students
4) Do listening activities
5) Do work on the board
6) Do one oral and one written project
EVALUATION
Reading, writing, listening, and speaking will be evaluated by tests, quizzes, homework, and classroom activities.