WORLD LANG W O R L D L A N G UAG E S
Students taking a World Language will obtain a high degree of oral/expressive, written, and reading/receptive proficiency at the conclusion of study. All offered languages are modern languages, with the exception of Latin. Along with the study of language, students will also be exposed to the history, geography, and culture of language studied. Most colleges and universities require a minimum of 2 years of the same language studied, with preference given to 3 years of study.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE American Sign Language (ASL) is a dynamic, visual language that requires practice in order to develop muscle memory and visual acuity. Students will be signing with each other, with very little talking during class. This is a fast-paced, active class that requires active participation, regular attendance, and practice outside of class. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I * | W L 0906 | G R A D E S 9 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisites: None This course introduces students to ASL vocabulary, grammar, communication norms, and Deaf culture and history. Students will develop receptive and expressive ASL skills, cross-cultural sensitivity and competence through varied class activities and community interactions. ASL is a dynamic, visual language that requires practice in order to develop muscle memory and visual acuity. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II* | W L 1006 | G R A D E S 10 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisites: 2.3 GPA average in ASL I, or permission of instructor. ASL II is the second year of American Sign Language, focusing on a broader vocabulary, more complex grammar, and communication norms. There is also a large focus on the Deaf-Blind community, Deaf culture, and its relationship to the history of American Sign Language. Students will continue to develop and strengthen their receptive and expressive ASL skills and cross-cultural sensitivity/competence through varied classroom activities, experiences and interactions. HONORS AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE III* | W L 1106 | G R A D E S 11 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisites: 2.3 GPA average in ASL II, or permission of instructor. Honors ASL III is a continuation of the introductory and intermediate ASL courses. Students deepen and strengthen their receptive, expressive and extemporaneous conversational ASL skills, while developing greater cross-cultural sensitivity and competence through varied class and community activities and interactions.
CHINESE/MANDARIN CHINESE/MANDARIN I* | W L 0908 | G R A D E S 9 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisites: None The beginning, first year course will focus on learning the phonetic system, writing simplified Chinese characters, as well as using Mandarin to conduct simple conversations. There will also be opportunities to explore the Chinese culture. CHINESE/MANDARIN II* | W L 1008 | G R A D E S 10 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisite: C in Chinese/Mandarin I Mandarin II continues to develop the language holistically found in daily communication and cultural development. This content will include how East interacts with West (reflected in language) in modern times. Mandarin II embodies content, critical thinking, and multiple perspectives in increasing sophisticated grammar, and vocabulary. HONORS CHINESE/MANDARIN III* | W L 1108 | G R A D E S 11 - 12 | F U L L Y E A R Prerequisite: C in Chinese/Mandarin II Mandarin III builds on Mandarin I and Mandarin II mastery in integrated listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It challenges advanced students with more complex language features embodying graphophonics (particularly accents), syntax, and semantics. Mandarin III also address issues surrounding China-world relations. College Credit Available New Course for 2021-2022
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