SPANISH

SPANISH

114 Spanish IA-Fall

1/2 credit; elective for 9, 10, 11, 12 116 Spanish IB-Spring 1/2 credit; elective for 9, 10, 11, 12 This course introduces the students to the language and cultures of Spain and Latin America. Students will begin building skills in the four basic areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using grammatical sequences consistent with the novice level. Pronunciation guidelines will be presented as a tool for proper communication. This course is divided into two semesters to be taken in the same year.

214 Spanish IIA-Fall

1/2 credit; elective for 9, 10, 11, 12 216 Spanish IIB-Spring 1/2 credit; elective for 9, 10, 11, 12 Students will review Spanish I content and will begin learning intermediate level material. Integration of the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be expanded, using grammatical sequences consistent with the intermediate level. This course is divided into two semesters to be taken in the same year. Prerequisite: At least a C or better in Spanish I (full year) or passing the equivalent of the Spanish I final exam with a grade of C or better (as administered by the Spanish Department Chair).

312 Spanish III 1 credit; elective for 10, 11, 12 This course continues the development of the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Additional advanced grammar concepts will be introduced; the subjunctive tense is emphasized. Students will discuss topics in detail and will begin to grasp abstract concepts in thought and expression. Students will be exposed to a variety of Spanish literary works and may have the opportunity to participate in cross-cultural experiences. Prerequisite: At least a C average in Spanish II.

414 AP Spanish IV – Language and Culture 1 credit, elective for 11, 12 This course provides students with opportunities to develop language proficiencies across the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational. Students learn about culture using authentic materials that are representative of the Spanish-speaking world. These materials include online, audio, and audiovisual resources, as well as traditional print resources that include literature, essays, magazines, and newspaper articles. The course is conducted exclusively in Spanish. Students who are not enrolled in DualEnrollment Credit with Eastern Mennonite University are expected to take the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture Examination in May. A summer reading requirement is included. Prerequisite: At least a C in Spanish III and written department approval. May be taken for Dual-Enrollment Credit with Eastern Mennonite University.

514 AP Spanish V – Literature 1 credit; elective for 11, 12 This course integrates the study of current and classic Hispanic literature. Major literary works will be studied, including examples of short stories, novels, drama, and poetry. Students will trace the history of Spanish prose from the medieval period, the Golden Age, to the 19th century and 20th century. Students will acquire the necessary skills for the Spanish Literature Advanced Placement Examination which will be administered in May. A summer reading requirement is included. Prerequisite: At least a C in Spanish IV and written departmental approval.