Español+II+ab+initio+2+Programa+de+Estudios

This course expands on each of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing developed in Spanish I, with a continuing emphasis on using the language in interesting, meaningful ways. The second year completes the introduction to the essential grammatical structures and tenses of Spanish as well as the basic vocabulary. The reading program serves to reinforce these structures and vocabulary as well as to develop comprehension skills. Students continue their study of culture around the Spanish-speaking world. Units presented this year include the Individual, School, Daily Routine, Shopping, Chores, City, Celebrations, Travel and Leisure. Students will learn to use the present, preterit, future, conditional and imperfect tenses. **GOAL=LEARNING:** For students to feel confident with their Spanish abilities and develop an interest in the language and culture. To challenge students to understand other perspectives and beliefs and thereby learn more about themselves and their place in the global community. Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Compassion Pen, paper & Spanish binder, __Realidades__ textbook, Positive attitude Final grades 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. Each unit will begin with clear learning objectives of the skills and knowledge to be addressed. Students are expected to take an active role in their learning so that they understand how they learn best, know exactly where they are in relation to the defined learning targets and take concrete steps to achieve mastery 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. 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.
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