Spanish I
(Two Semesters or Block)

Course Description:
Spanish I has been carefully designed to meet the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). These standards call for a method of teaching that focuses on successful communication through speaking, writing, reading, and listening, as well as a thorough grounding in aspects of culture. Each unit embodies all of these standards in accordance with the theories described in this document. Unit activities blend different forms of communication and culture to ensure that the student meets all standards. Course strategies include warm-up activities, vocabulary study, reading, threaded discussions, multi-media presentations, self-checks, practice activities and games, oral and written assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams. Learning activities in each unit are focused upon a specific theme.

Prerequisites: None

Course Length: Two Semesters or Block

Required Materials: Microphone/headset, speakers/headphones, and a Spanish language dictionary

Course cost: $350 / student per semester

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Course Outline:

Course Outline:

Semester I
Greetings, Introductions, Good-byes and Alphabet
Calendar (days, months, seasons) and Numbers
Weather
Time
Colors

Semester II
Familiar objects and places
Family
Food
Pastimes
School objects & Routine

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