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SPANISH IV (447)
Year 1 Credit Grade 12 (10, 11) Req: Successful completion of Spanish III and teacher approval
This level IV course stresses literature as a means to extend and refine skills developed over the previous three years of study. Students read short stories, poetry and excerpts from selected Spanish authors including parts of the famous “Don Quixote” by Miguel de Cervantes. Students are introduced to Spanish artists and musicians through research and oral presentations. Current events are discussed in Spanish to continue strengthening conversation skills. To prepare students for college placement exams, a review of grammatical structures is included as a regular part of instruction and through the writing of compositions on topics within the student’s experience.
SPANISH IV HONORS (448)
Year 1 Credit Grade 12 (10, 11) Req. Successful completion of Spanish III and teacher approval
This course is a continuation of Spanish III Honors and refines the skills of speaking, reading, writing and listening. Oral presentations and written papers on the various aspects of the Spanish speaking world, history and culture are completed in addition to daily class work. Specific grammar points as well as specialized vocabulary are covered. Students who have completed the honors option in levels III and IV are capable of earning college credit by taking the Advanced Placement examination in Spanish at the end of senior year.
SPANISH V HONORS (451)
Year 1 Credit Grade 12 (11) Req: Successful completion of Spanish IV and teacher approval
This course builds upon the experiences of Spanish IV. It also enhances the necessary skills of speaking, reading, writing, listening, and thinking in the Spanish language. Intense conversation, readings in literature and culture, creative projects, and independent study may be a part of Spanish V. Other activities, topics and experiences will be added as needed. Preparation for the SAT II-Spanish and/or the AP Spanish exam may be an integral part of the course. Students will have the opportunity to work with the different Spanish teachers on various topics and activities. They will also have the opportunity to create their own specific units of study based on interest and need.
SPANISH HONORS SEMINAR (460)
Year 1 Credit Grade 12 Req: Successful completion of Spanish V and teacher approval
This course continues the work and experience of Spanish V Honors and the entire Spanish curriculum. The skills of speaking, reading, writing, listening, and thinking in the Spanish language are constantly enhanced and used in and out of the classroom. A strong emphasis will be placed on vocabulary building. Readings in Spanish and Hispanic literature, preparations for the AP Spanish exam and SAT-II Spanish tests, and conversation/essay writing will be an integral part of the course. Students will work independently and will have the opportunity to create personal projects and units of study based on need, experience, and interest.
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