Spanish III
(Two Semesters or Block)

Course Description:
Spanish III 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: Spanish I and II

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

Course cost: $350 / student per semester


Course Outline:

Semester I
Chores
Directions
Feelings
Future plans and travel
Geography (countries, nationalities)


Semester II
Health
Household items
Measurements
Occupations
Personal history
All 1st & 2nd year topics



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