SPANISH I

Subject: Spanish I

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Length of Course: First and Second Semester

Prerequisite: C Average in English is Strongly Urged

CURRIUCLUM BENCHMARKS:

·        Uses vocabulary to describe assorted objects.

·        Knows how to exchange information in Spanish with partners.

·        Understands short conversations on familiar topics.

·        Understands brief written messages on familiar topics.

·        Writes to describe or provide information about oneself, friends, family and school activities.

·        Makes brief reports to the class topics of personal interest.

·        Knows basic cultural beliefs and perspectives on Spanish speaking people relating to family, school, work, and play.

·        Knows cultural traditions and celebrations that exist in the Spanish culture.

·        Reads and answers questions about cultural traditions and celebrations.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The content of Spanish I will be basically from the text. Topics include describing people, school subjects, classroom terms, time leisure activities, seasons, homes, families, sports, air travel, weather, winter activities, health, visiting the doctor, summer activities, and cultural events.

WHAT STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO DO:

1) Do written assignment almost daily.

2) Take quizzes and tests.

3) Oral practice with teacher and fellow students.

4) Do listening activities.

5) Make skeletons for THE DAY OF THE DEAD

EVALUATION

Reading, writing, listening, and speaking will be evaluated through tests, quizzes, homework, and classroom activities.