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Foreign Languages
Course Descriptions
French 1 - year - 9 - 11
In the first year of French the students learn basic vocabulary and structures. There is an emphasis on correct pronunciation and much listening comprehension and oral work. Topics include greetings, family, homes, food, sports, and songs. Grammar is introduced in context and practiced with oral and written exercises. Culture capsules deal with the many countries where French is spoken and the life of young people there. The students compose and present short presentations in French and read short passages.
French 2 - year - 9 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1
This course expands all phases of French I. The cultural excerpts discuss customs and historical events. Grammatical structures are introduced in context and reinforced through oral and written drills. The students master most tenses in the indicative mood. They compose short compositions in French and oral presentations.
Honors French 3 - year - 10 - 12
Prerequisite: An "A" or "B" in French 2 and the recommendation of the teacher
French 3 requires teacher recommendation and a "B" average in French 2. This course reinforces and continues all skills acquired in the first two years of French. The grammar study includes all tenses in the language. The reading selections are excerpts of contemporary French literature. Compositions and discussions are in French and based upon the readings.
Honors French 4 - year - 11 - 12
Prerequisite: An "A" or "B" in Honors French 3 and the recommendation of the teacher
All language skills are enhanced. Students are introduced to important periods and events of French history and literature. The readings include excerpts, short stories and essays of famous authors who characterize each period. Students comment and write essays related to these readings. New vocabulary comes from the literary works and advanced grammar study is based upon the students' skills and needs. Students may earn Barry University Early Credit and/or qualify for the French AP exam through their work in this course.
Honors French 5 - year - 12
Prerequisite: An "A" or "B" in Honors French 4 and the recommendation of the teacher
The students continue their French study by working on advanced vocabulary and grammar points. They also read French literary texts and write analytical essays related to these readings.
Spanish 1 - year - 9 - 11
In the first year of Spanish the students learn basic vocabulary and structures. Topics include greetings, descriptions, family, the house, food, and sports. The culture capsules contrast American life with that in Hispanic countries. The grammar is introduced in context and practiced through oral and written exercises. Emphasis is placed on developing all of the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Spanish 2 - year - 9 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1
This course expands all phases of Spanish 1. The cultural excerpts are in Spanish and discuss geography, famous people, and historical events as well as daily life. The vocabulary is greatly expanded as well as grammatical concepts and additional tenses in the indicative mood. The students are expected to be more conversant at this level and have increased their reading and writing skills.
Spanish 3 - year - 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 and the recommendation of the teacher
Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are all enhanced in this course. Grammar includes all tenses in the language. The reading selections include excerpts, short stories, poems and plays by recognized Spanish authors as well as cultural information. Compositions and oral presentations are required. Greater emphasis is placed on enhancing active conversation. Because of the increased level of difficulty, it is recommended that the student entering Spanish 3 has maintained a minimum of a “B” average in Spanish 1 and 2.
Honors Spanish 3 - year - 10 - 12
Prerequisite: An “A” in Spanish 2 with an approved writing sample and the recommendation of the
teacher
Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are all enhanced in this course. Grammar includes all tenses in the language. The reading selections include excerpts, short stories, poems and plays by recognized Spanish authors as well as cultural information. Compositions and oral presentations are required. Greater emphasis is placed on active conversation.
Honors Spanish 4 - year - 11 - 12
Prerequisite: An “A” or “B” in Spanish 3 or Honors Spanish 3 and the recommendation of the teacher
Honors Spanish 4 requires teacher recommendation and a "B" average in Spanish 3. In this course the students review previously learned grammar structures while gaining an in-depth understanding of complex syntax, as well as an advanced proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The reading selections are expanded works by authors of Spain and Latin America. Listening comprehension and speaking are important at this level as well as increased reading and writing in Spanish. Students may qualify for Barry University Early Credit and/or the AP Spanish Language exam through their work in this course.
Honors Spanish 5 - year - 12
Prerequisite: An “A” or “B” in Honors Spanish 4 and the recommendation of the teacher
Honors Spanish 5 requires teacher recommendation. The students work on improving all four language skills with emphasis on both conversation and written expression. The reading material includes college level works of renowned Spanish and Latin American authors. Students may qualify for the AP Spanish Language exam through their work in this course.
Español 1 - year - 9 - 11
Prerequisite: Students must pass a listening test demonstrating an ability to understand spoken Spanish. This test is offered in the spring
This introductory course is designed for the student who can speak Spanish and understand when spoken to in Spanish. The course is taught in Spanish. The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the formal grammatical structures of the Spanish language, to teach the student reading and writing skills, and to enhance vocabulary. The student is introduced to Hispanic literature and culture, which provide the basis for class discussions and writing activities.
Español 2 - year - 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Español 1 or pass the proficiency test in listening, reading, and writing
This course continues the study of formal grammar for the native speaker, and is taught in Spanish. The grammatical structures presented are more advanced in this course and more difficult literary works are introduced. The emphasis is on proper sentence construction and spelling in grammar exercises and compositions whose themes often stem from literary selections read in class. Group activities provide oral practice.
Honors Español 3 - year - 10 - 12
Prerequisite: An “A” or “B” in Español 2 and the recommendation of the teacher or pass the proficiency test in listening, reading, and writing
This course is a continuation of Español 2 and is taught in Spanish. All four language skills, speaking, listening, reading, and writing are enhanced at this level. The grammar includes all tenses in the language. The reading selections include multiple styles of writing, form short stories to poems and plays, by recognized Spanish authors. Compositions and oral presentations are required.
Honors Español 4 – year – 11 - 12
Prerequisite: An “A” or “B” in Honors Español 3 and the recommendation of the teacher
This course is designed for the heritage speaker who has demonstrated sufficient ability in all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing the student’s understanding of complex grammar structures and vocabulary through advanced literature in various styles. These literary works will be the basis for writing essays and conducting discussions using formal Spanish.
Honors Espanol 5 – year – 12
Prerequisite: An “A” or “B” in Honors Espanol 4 and the recommendation of the teacher
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