3RD AND 4TH YEAR SPANISH REQUIREMENTS 2004-2005

Course Description:
 Spanish 3/4 is a class where we will learn about Latin America and how its people and culture affect us here in the U.S.  The student will learn about the Latin family, their traditions, governments and immigration by the use of cultural readers and authentic literature and films.  Weekly, students will research articles and then present them orally in Spanish to the class and lead class discussions.  Our focus is to dispel negative stereotyping, to search for Hispanic role models in our communities and to appreciate their contributions and influences on the fields of fine arts, science, politics, education and employment.  As we foster pride and skill in the use of the Spanish language we hope to communicate and to know ourselves better.

 In order to receive credit for Spanish 3/4 the student will:
1.  Receive a passing grade as required by Oregon House Bill 2991 for high school graduation or college entrance.  4th year seniors can receive 12 transferable college credits for $15.

2. Attend class.  Speak Spanish and receive skill building/participation points as per handout guidelines.  An assessment scoring guide is available on request.  Participate in group discussions on a variety of topics. Absences must be made up.  Class assignments and makeup are posted in the classroom each day and online at:

3.  Keep and maintain an updated portfolio of major examples of work as per portfolio instructions.  Portfolio development communicates what a student learns to do in an advanced class.  Portfolio also includes an oral proficiency (OPI) test and a written assessment (based on state oral and writing criteria). As part of the portfolio, keep and maintain an updated writing folder.  You are required to have a 1/2" binder to keep grammar and reference sheets in.

4.  Read literature and handouts as assigned.  Turn in assignments/essays at the designated time.

5.  Write and practice  materials for oral presentation or written testing. Achievement Tests (OAT) are allowed one retake for low scores.  General grading:  50% oral communication & testing / 40% written work & 10% culture

6.  Collect magazine and newspaper articles with correct documentation.  Learn to access information using a variety of technology.   A research paper on an author or other influential person will be assigned.  Evaluate popular media; tv & radio programs and music.

 7.  Continue to develop more sophisticated written and oral grammar.  Workbook activities  will be provided for practice in class and at home.

 8.   Each semester attend or be involved in foreign/ethnic cultural experiences outside/inside of the classroom.  (3rd yr – 1 experiences/ 4th year – 2).  Field trips, community work, the cultural fair, senior seminars, job and cadet internships, tutoring and work in elementary programs may be available.  Attending dance, foreign films, theater, art shows, etc. may also qualify.  There is a file box of other suggestions in the classroom and also a list at http://wahs.8j.net/forlan/spanish/cultexp.htm.  This is not an extra credit activity. 

Citizenship:
9. Show efficiency in group work.  Learn to divide work fairly, disregard gender, friendships
or race in completing a task.  Learn to appreciate each one's own uniqueness and talents.

10.  Show motivation in individual work and contribute to a positive learning atmosphere.

11.  Show tolerance, awareness and appreciation of the influences of the world community.