Foreign Language

Course Descriptions - Foreign Language

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Mrs. Stacy Freeman, Department Head

French I

This course is geared toward the beginning student who wishes to learn French. The material is organized around the four goals of foreign language study; speaking, listening, writing and reading which provide the student with the vocabulary and grammar necessary for basic communication skills. The course emphasizes the mastery of these skills through guided thematic chapters and through communication in real-life situations. Activities require structured responses as well as encourage free communication. Selected readings from the text and from the local community are examined in order to show connections to other disciplines. Students are exposed to the diversity of the Francophone world including literature, culture and geography so they may understand the differences between American and French lifestyles.

Elective

1 Credit

10th, 11th, 12th

French II

The second year of French is a continuation of the goals of French I. The student continues the study of French life and culture as well as communication in the target language. Special attention is given to more complex grammatical structures and to increasing vocabulary and improving writing skills. Emphasis is placed on building confidence in speaking and in making comparisons between the native and target languages. Students work towards an understanding of the government, economics and cultural exchanges of the French speaking world. Classes will work with French prayers and be exposed to the folklore and customs from the French culture in which they live. Much of the material is presented in French as much so that the use of the language skills studied can become a daily occurrence.

Prerequisite: Completion of French I

Elective

1 Credit

10th, 11th, 12th

French III

This course continues the study of French grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and culture begun in French I and II. However, greater emphasis is placed on reading select materials from the Francophone world and on writing using all of the vocabulary and grammar presented. All subject matter is presented and discussed in the target language. Students successfully completing French III are encouraged to take placement exams to receive credit for entry level courses at the University level.

Prerequisite: French I, II

Elective

1 Credit

11th, 12th

Spanish I

This course is designed for the beginning student who wishes to learn Spanish. Study is organized around the four goals of foreign language learning: speaking, listening, writing and reading. These fundamentals provide the student with the vocabulary necessary for basic communication skills. Emphasis is placed on incorporating the language into everyday conversation. Skills are developed through oral and written practice along with the study of thematic lessons. In addition to text work, students are exposed to the Spanish culture and language through the study of and participation in cultural activities.

Elective

1 Credit

10th, 11th, 12th

Spanish II

The second year of Spanish is a continuation of the foundation established in Spanish I. The student continues the study of Spanish vocabulary and grammar, broadening their understanding of the language and culture. Emphasis is placed on more complex grammatical structures as well as improving speaking and writing skills. Material is presented in Spanish as much as possible so that the use of the language skills studied can become a daily occurrence.

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish I

Elective

1 Credit

11th, 12th

Spanish III (LVS)

Advanced Spanish is an online course designed to meet the needs of college preparatory high school students. The course is taught as an honors course with a fast pace and substantial workload. The course focuses on Spanish as a collection of four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. By the end of the course, students will have acquired a more specialized knowledge of the language necessary to communicate in Spanish on an advanced level.

Prerequisite: completion of Spanish II

Elective

1 Credit

12th

Latin I (LVS)

Latin I is an introduction to the study of the Latin language and ancient Roman culture. In this course students will learn the elements of grammar typically covered in first year Latin including case usage and the present, imperfect and perfect tenses. Students will also use a variety of resources to learn about certain aspects of Ancient Rome. All students in the course will be required to take the National Latin Exam in March. This course is appropriate for any hard-working, self-motivated student with strong grammar skills.

Elective

1 Credit

10th, 11th, 12th

Latin II (LVS)

Latin II is the continuation of the study of the Latin language. By the end of this course, students should be able to read simple passages by ancient authors. Grammar topics in this course include the future, pluperfect, and perfect tenses, comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs, demonstrative, relative and interrogative pronouns, participles, indirect statements, the passive voice, deponent verbs and an introduction to the subjunctive mood. In addition to grammatical topics, students will study various aspects of ancient Roman history, religion, and daily life. Students are required to take the National Latin Exam in March.

Prerequisite: completion of Latin I

Elective

1 Credit

10th, 11th, 12th

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