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They are expected to compare and contrast cultures Intermediate-mid can describe with strings of
embedded in the language program. Activities are sentences, combine time frames, and create with
based on authentic situations and have real meaning to Language. They will be using interpretive, interpersonal
the students. and presentational skills in the classroom for both
practice and assessment. They are expected to
SPANISH 3 compare and contrast cultures embedded in the
language program. Activities are based on authentic
(Full year, 1 credit) situations and have real meaning to the students. This is
Prerequisite: The student must have completed level 2 a precursor to the Advanced Placement class. The
and maintained at least a “C” average. students will be challenged to perform at a level
commensurate to the Honor’s level program.
By the end of the year, a Spanish 3 student would be
expected to communicate at the intermediate-low level AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
according to the national ACTFL standards.
Intermediate-low can describe with sentences, use (Full year, 1 credit)
strings of sentences, express their own thoughts in a Prerequisite: The student must have completed level 4
single time frame. They will be using interpretive, Honors and maintained at least a “B-” average.
interpersonal and presentational skills in the classroom
for both practice and assessment. They are expected to This course aims specifically at preparing the student for
compare and contrast cultures embedded in the the national Advanced Placement Spanish Language and
language program. Activities are based on authentic Culture Examination focusing on six themes: Beauty
situations and have real meaning to the students. and Aesthetics, Families and Communities, Global
Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life,
HONORS SPANISH 4 and Personal and Public Identities. It is intended for
serious, advanced students reaching the intermediate-
(Full year, 1 credit) high level and possibly advanced-low level of
Prerequisite: The student must have completed level proficiency according the national ACTFL (American
3and maintained at least a “C” average. Council of the Teaching of Foreign Language) standards.
By the end of the year, a Spanish 4 student would be AP Exam: $93.00
expected to communicate at the intermediate-mid level
according to the national ACTFL (American Council of
the Teaching of Foreign Language) standards.
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