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08/19/2008 02:55 PM

Spanish III – College Prep

PERIODS 5 & 6

2008-2009

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Name: Mrs. Gloria Dempsey Email: gdempsey@smrhs.org (best)
Phone Ext: 467 Office Hours: Before & After School by Appointment Only

Course Description:

 

(H) Spanish III aims to continue to develop the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills acquired in Spanish II, and to prepare students interested in continuing on to Spanish IV or AP Spanish Language.  The class is structured around one primary text, and will of consist exercises, activities, essays, projects and readings which will enhance the students’ understanding of previously learned vocabulary, grammatical structures and various aspects of a wide array of Spanish-speaking cultures, as well as introduce new topics in all of the above mentioned areas.  Students are expected to speak, read and write in Spanish, as well as respond to authentic audio sources.  This course aims to continue to foster excitement for the language, which requires commitment, enthusiasm and active participation from all students. 

 

Course Goals/Objectives:

 

-To foster an excitement for the Spanish language.

-To inspire confidence in speaking, reading, writing, and listening in Spanish.

-To prepare students who wish to continue on to more advanced Spanish classes.

-To provide an understanding of the vocabulary, grammatical structures and Hispanic culture appropriate for third-year Spanish students.

-To encourage global thinking, citizenship and responsibility.

 

 

 

 

Instructional Methods:

 

Students will engage in group readings, oral presentations, role plays, reading assignments, question and answer sessions, responding to visuals, written assignments, listening assessments, projects, internet assignments using the textbook website, and class discussion.

Students must become familiar with the textbook companion site as it will be used heavily and graded assignments will be given from it :

http://go.hrw.com/hrw.nd/gohrw_rls1/pKeywordResults?keyword=wl%20spanish%20l2

 

 

 

Text(s)/Materials for Course:

 

Ven Conmigo, Level 2 Textbook

Ven Conmigo, Level 2 Cuaderno de Gramatica Workbook

Ven Conmigo, Level 2 Cuaderno de Actividades Workbook

Pen and Pencil

Binder/Folder

Notebook

Highlighters

Spanish/English Dictionary

Spanish II class website – must be checked for weekly assignments, projects, powerpoints, etc.

 

 

Evaluation Methods:

Description

Point Value/Percentage of Grade
Tests/Projects 25%
Quizzes 25%
Class Work – Drills, class work, etc. 20%
Homework 20%
Miscellaneous 10%

 

Make-Up Work Policy:

ฎ1 All materials are due in class on the date that they are due – I will not take late work after your class period is over – THIS IS A SCHOOL WIDE POLICY

ฎ2 Work marked with a "0" is a 0% for that assignment and cannot be made up.

ฎ3 Work marked with "Sick" is work that you can make up at any time.

ฎ4 Work marked with "EXC" is work that is not counted toward your grade because you are excused from the assignment for whatever reason – sports, retreat, etc. This designation does not include homework – no one is excused from homework.

ฎ5 Projects, papers, etc. must be turned in the day it is due – no exceptions.

ฎ6 Missed quizzes and test must be made up within 3 days of your return – if you have an extended absence, we will discuss options for making up assignments.

Classroom Procedures/Policies:

 

ฎ1 Follow all "SMR House Rules".

ฎ2 Come in and do the posted drill.

ฎ3 Once drill time is up, we will pray & review the drill.

ฎ4 Homework may then be collected or checked.

ฎ5 Class will proceed with lesson & review.

The Golden Rules in my classroom:

Treat others the way you would like to be treated.

The Deadline for Complaints was yesterday.

No EXCUSES – do not say you are sorry, just never do it again.

Always say "Please" and "Thank you".

Don’t tell me no lines and keep your hands to yourself.

Use of any online translator on any project or paper will result in an automatic "0" for the project/paper/homework and a visit to Honor Council.

 

Scope and Sequence

Scope and Sequence

1st Quarter

  1. Ch. 1 – Mis Amigos y Yo – Describing Yourself and Others, Likes and Dislikes, What you and others do
  2. Ch. 2 – Un Viaje al Extranjero – Feelings, Suggestions and Responses, Past events, Asking for and Offering Help, Describing cities and towns

2nd Quarter

  1. Ch. 3 – La Vida Cotidiana – Daily Routines, Responsibilities, Complaints, Hobbies, Pastimes, Duration
  2. Ch. 4 – Adelante con los Estudios – Opinions and Advice, Comparisons and Descriptions

3rd Quarter

  1. Ch. 4 – Adelante con los Estudios – Making Plans
  2. Ch. 5 – Ponte en Forma – Staying Fit and Healthy, Commands, Explanations

4th Quarter

  1. Ch. 6 – De Visita en la Cuidad – Asking for and giving Information, Series of Events, Restaurant etiquette
  2. Ch. 7 – Conoces bien tu pasado – Things you used to do, past likes and dislikes, describing things in the past, comparisons for describing people