Español+BI+&+IV+Programa+de+Estudios

Español IV/IB

 * COURSE:**

A rigorous course designed to allow students to explore current issues in Spanish-speaking countries through the exclusive use of authentic documents. A wide range of authentic texts, including basic literature, will be studied in view of their communicative purpose and related cultural aspects. Thematic units change with the particular interest of the students but topics could include the environment, social problems, science and technology, relationships, etc. The acquisition of vocabulary and the mastery and refinement of grammar are learned through a personal dialogue with these documents. Students will write in multiple formats with attention to message, context and language. Speaking and listening skills will be advanced through discussions, presentations and dialogues. The language will be taught within cultural contexts to promote intercultural understanding and respect.

**GOAL=LEARNING:** For students to acquire a level of fluency that will enable them to use Spanish in a variety of real world contexts including conversing with native speakers, reading newspapers, watching movies, and appreciating literary and artistic movements. Students become life-long, independent learners who strive to improve and challenge themselves daily.

Respect Honesty Responsibility Compassion
 * RULES:**

Pen, paper & Spanish binder Spanish dictionary Positive attitude
 * MATERIALS:**

Final grades will mirror the IB grade bands and are based on the four language competencies: listening (15%), speaking (25%), reading (35%) and writing (25%). Grades in this class will reflect students’ level of mastery of course objectives, content and skills. Grades will be updated in PowerSchool once a week in order for students and parents to be aware of the students’ progress and learning throughout the course. Every effort will be made to assign material that will prepare students for the IB external assessments. IB rubrics will be used for all oral and written work.
 * ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING:**

Arrive on time ready to work with materials, homework and positive attitude. Do your own work; plagiarism, cheating and the use of translation websites are unacceptable and will be reported. Try your best and ask questions. Practice your Spanish regularly; you should review your notes and study vocabulary and grammar at least 20m. every day and speak only in Spanish with your teacher and classmates both in and outside of class. Fill in gaps in your learning; it is your responsibility to meet the prerequisites of the course. Turn in assignments on time; assignments are due at the beginning of class. If you miss school you are expected to review the wiki and/or speak to me and turn in work by the next class. For extended absences, work/tests must be completed within three school days of return.
 * TEACHER EXPECTATIONS: **

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