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SPANISH I SYLLABUS

SENORA LIVINGSTON

Spanish is one of the most widely used languages in the world.    Learning a foreign language can open many doors in your life.   It may help you in your career, your travels, or help you make new friends.   Some concepts in Spanish may be a bit difficult, but if you stick with it, Spanish can and will enrich your life.   We will discuss how to handle positively the frustrations that may occur.   In order to make your language learning as easy as possible, here is what is expected of you every day in class.

Course Description: Spanish I gives students basic knowledge and conversation skills. Included are verb conjugations, sentence structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture. Students will work individually, in pairs and in groups to increase conversational skills.

Objective: Students will be able to: 1) experience Hispanic culture. 2) use Spanish vocabulary in a conversational manner. 3) write, speak and read the Spanish language. 4) compare the Hispanic culture and that of the United States. 5) connect Spanish to other disciplines. 6) locate the Spanish-speaking capitols and countries. 7) express emotions, likes and dislikes in Spanish. 8) obtain and give information in Spanish through questions and answers. 9) successfully complete the course through clear expectations and goals.

Overview: The student must complete all of the assignment, which include: 1) daily, in-class assignments. 2) daily participation (see attendance). 3) one page paper on a famous Hispanic (will be assigned). 4) at least 2 computer assignments (in computer lab). 5) create a catalogue. 6) make a Spanish dish to bring to a fiesta. 7) create a floor plan of their house and label in Spanish. 8) bring in photos of family vacation or activity and describe to group in Spanish. 9) give a visual presentation on the life of a Spanish artist.

Themes:

Intro to the World of Spanish
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8                 CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.9                       CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.4
Greetings/Introductions/Courtesies
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8                 CUL 2.1, 1.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5                                    CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Alphabet/Numbers
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6                               CUL 2.1, 2.2                                                          CON 3.1, 3.3
Identify and Describe Self/Friendships
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7           CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5                           CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
School/Telling Time
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7                        CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6              CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Clothing
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6                               CUL 2.1, 2.2                                                          CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Food
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7           CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9         CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Family
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8    CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6                    CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Sports/Leisure Activities
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6                               CUL 2.1, 2.2                                                          CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Health
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.8                        CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9                       CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.4
Weather
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6                               CUL 2.1, 2.2                                                        CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Community
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8               CUL 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6              CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Leisure and Vacation
COM 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6                            CUL 2.1, 2.2                                          CON 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Projects :
            Students will complete various activities throughout the school year to demonstrate and to reinforce knowledge of foundation Spanish I concepts. Students will also participate in conversations in pairs, groups, or with the teacher.
            Some examples of projects are:
The Spanish class grades will be comprised of:
Below is the grading system for the nine weeks and semester:

TEST GRADES 40% Test grades include the following: a. Chapter Test. This includes written, listening & comprehension, and speaking exam. b. Mid-term exam c. Final Exam d. Any test that is designated as a test grade

PARTICIPATION 30% As you can see, participation is an important factor in this class and is evaluated in various ways during the class period. You are expected to be an active participant and get involved.

QUIZ GRADES 15% Quiz grades include the following: a. Announced quizzes b. Unannounced quizzes c. Any work that is designated as a quiz grade

PROJECT GRADES 15%

CLASSROOM RULES!

  1. Be on time.   Remember, your 5th tardy will result in ( referral, loss of credit or ...).
  2. Get your folders/pencils before you sit down at your desk.  
  3. Immediately begin each class by answering the questions on the board.
  4. Be prepared to learn Spanish.    DO NOT work on projects from other classes.
  5. Be prepared to participate. Learning a language requires you to speak it.
  6. Remember that all school policies apply in the classroom i.e., No sleeping or putting your head down.
  7. Do not talk or disrupt others while the teacher is teaching.
  8. Clean up after yourself and place books and folders neatly in the appropriate area.
  9. Students may not leave the room without a pass. Fill out the pass before giving it to me.
  10.  Once you learn something in Spanish, English is no longer allowed. 
  11. No eating/drinking OR putting on makeup, or brushing hair.
  12. Abide by all rules in the Shaw High School Student Handbook.

Consequences:

  1. Verbal warning
  2. Opportunity to modify behavior
  3. Call to parent.
  4. Office referral.

 


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Columbus, GA  31909
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