College Prep Spanish 1 (Period C)

This beginner’s Spanish course introduces students to the vocabulary, grammar, and basics of the Spanish language. While some may have taken some Spanish in middle school, Spanish 1 at the secondary level is a much more focused course which covers a greater amount of material. The main goal of the course is for students to develop their oral and written communication in Spanish. Spanish 1 emphasizes simple grammatical structures, basic vocabulary, and the essentials of communication. In addition, a great amount of time is devoted to studying and learning about the various cultures of the Hispanic world. Multimedia such as audio recordings of native speakers and videos and films are an integral part of the course. Students will learn about variations in the Spanish language. Knowledge of contemporary Spanish cultures is enhanced through the use of media, games, readings, and small/large group discussions. In addition to traditional tests for evaluation, students will complete performance assessments in which they must use language skills to create authentic products (e.g., menus, journal entries, newspaper articles, presentations). Spanish 1 allows students to communicate effectively with others in Spanish.