COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Level III language course focuses on the continued development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language. It assumes that the students have completed a Level II course or are at a Novice-Mid to Novice-High level of proficiency. Students use basic language structures with accuracy and recombine learned material to express their thoughts. They are exposed to more complex features of the language, moving from concrete to some abstract concepts. An important component of language classes is the use of the language beyond the classroom in the real world. The integration of technology will be used as an important tool in accessing authentic information in the target language and in providing students the opportunity to interact with the teacher, peers and native speakers. This course is taught for Spanish 3 Honors level according to the Modern Languages Level III. Instruction and assessment will be differentiated in accordance with the American Council for Teachers of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) guidelines to meet the needs of gifted and honors level students. Students at this level will be expected to perform with minimal guided practice and fostering independent learning.

COURSE TITLE

HONORS SPANISH 3 EHS WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Claudia Larrotta EE 134-135 Email: Claudia Larrotta Google Voicemail: (770) 835-5392 Dr. Claudia Larrotta’s Website

SUBSCRIBING FOR SMS ALERTS https://www.remind.com/join/sp3201 To receive messages via text, text @sp3201 to 81010.

OTHER INSTRUCTOR(S) Sra. Yvette Jones

ADMINISTRATOR FOR WORLD LANGUAGES

Dr. Dan Snipes Email: Dan Snipes Phone # (770)-721-5580

USEFUL WEBSITES EHS CCSD EDMODO CONJUGUEMOS QUIZLET WORDPLAY

WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT HEAD

Dr. Claudia Larrotta Claudia.larrotta@cherokee.k12.ga.us

COURSE CONTENT

Linguistic content will include topics of grammar and vocabulary essential for intermediate -level conversational Spanish, as determined by the Georgia Performance Standards for Modern Languages, Level III, with differentiation of instruction provided to challenge the honors-level student. Hispanic culture and current events will be explored through authentic materials, technology based tasks, readings, video, current events, cultural projects and foods. Oral and written tasks will be implemented at different levels of complexity and with different amounts of teacher support. Communicative activities focus on the same topics as in on-level Spanish III class, but completion requires different levels of sophistication and a higher and more challenging level of linguistic performance. Technology will be used to provide opportunities to extend language practice beyond the classroom setting. A component in digital literacy is incorporated into the World Language curriculum in order to prepare students as global citizens in the 21st century.

COURSE CONTENT

SUGGESTED MATERIALS and RESOURCES

Notebook: 3 ring binder w/paper and dividers

Pencils, Erasers, Highlighter Spanish English Dictionary/app USB

VHL (Vistas Higher Learning) Subscription This subscription is a personal subscription to the materials and curriculum that we will be using in class. It is not required, but recommended if you prefer to have your own access to the resources that this program offers. Digital Resources on Teacher’s Website:

Dr. Claudia Larrotta’s Website

GRADING

Grades should reflect what students know and are able to do. Therefore, in this class, grades will be derived from assessments of the following skills: Vocabulary and Grammar Skills ………………………………………………………………….……………………..15% Comprehension Skills (Listening and Reading Activities and Assessments)…………………………………………. 20% Production Skills (Speaking and Writing Activities and Assessments)……………………………………………….. 30% Integrated Skills (Listening/Reading/Writing Speaking Projects/ Skits/ Unit Tests/Midterm and Final Exams)…. 35% Each of the four grading categories will include grades for assessments, homework, classwork, and projects, with points assigned reflecting the complexity of the task. The grading system will be a Standards-Based Approach, reflecting level of Mastery of Performance Standards; however grades will be recorded in ASPEN following the grading system established by CCSD.

ASPEN Grading System Corresponding Mastery of the Performance/ability related to Standards 90-100% A Outstanding 95-100% Advanced 80-89% B Above Average 85-94% Proficient 71-79% C Average /Satisfactory 75-84% Basic 70% D Below Average 70–74% Below Basic Below 70% F Failing Below 70% Far Below Basic/ Needs Development

ASSESSMENTS

Progress and performance of student language proficiency will be assessed in various ways which include but are not limited to: presentational speaking, performance assessments, exams, and portfolios. Students will be formatively assessed often and will have summative assessments at regular intervals throughout the year. All summative assessments will be announced. Midterm and Final Exams are scheduled during the school wide exam period. *Note: SLO (Student Learning Objective) Exams will be given once each semester. The first semester SLO will be taken as a pre-assessment. (Grade does not count toward semester average.) The second semester SLO will be counted as a formative assessment.

GEORGIA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: SPANISH LEVEL III

The course is taught according to the Georgia Performance Standards For Modern Languages lll.

PAPERS & PROJECTS

Some projects will be done in small groups, others will be done individually. At the time the assignment is distributed, the size of the group applicable to the project and a rubric for how it will be graded will be given. Project –based learning, flexible grouping and cooperative learning strategies will be encouraged throughout.

GRADE RECOVERY

We believe that ALL students can learn, just not always at the same rate. Students who do not demonstrate proficiency will be given opportunities to learn the material and re-assess. See “Contract for Reassessment, Delayed or Make-up Assessment”. If a student fails to complete an assignment or test on time, one or more of the following consequences will be given:

The teacher will contact parents.

A grade of “NHI” will be entered in the ASPEN Grade book. Recovery will be available, however the student must first attend a detention with the teacher. (This will be

assigned before or after school.) Once the detention has been served, the student’s assignment will be accepted without penalty. If the student fails to attend the detention, the teacher will complete a discipline referral in order to complete the work at a supervised in-school Saturday morning work-session.

EXTRA CREDIT

Enrichment opportunities are occasionally offered in order to provide cultural appreciation and additional evidence of students understanding, knowledge, and/or skills. The work resulting from enrichment assignments will not replace missing assignments. Some examples of enrichment opportunities that may count for extra credit are: Participation in Cultural Events, Local, Regional or National/International Competitions, and community outreach using the target language. In any situation where extra credit is offered, all students will have the opportunity to earn the extra points.

ACADEMIC CODE

PLAGIARISM/CHEATING: The student handbook defines plagiarism as, "deliberately or unintentionally using unoriginal content without giving credit to its sources. Plagiarism can be, but is not limited to: copying and pasting; paraphrasing; and patch-work writing. Patch-work writing is defined as a selection of words and information from several sources without providing the origin of the presented works and without proper, unique context. Plagiarism is not limited to professional or established works, but is also defined as work obtained from fellow students or past students if the assignment is designed for individual credit." Plagiarism will not be tolerated and will result in no credit for the plagiarized assignment. In addition, the student's parent and administrator will be notified. The following instances are also considered cheating and are subject to disciplinary action:

i. giving to or taking information from another student during a quiz or test ii. copying independent homework assignments

iii. allowing a parent, relative, or friend to do your work for you

In the World Language classroom, cheating includes the use of online translation websites and/or apps, and dictionaries, without the teacher’s direction.

ATTENDANCE & TARDINESS POLICY

Follow rules per CCSD Student Handbook. County policy will be observed. Time allotted for make-up work will be UP TO 10 days depending on the nature of the assignment and at the teacher’s discretion.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

1. Come to class on time prepared with all materials necessary to learn. School policy on attendance and tardiness will be enforced. 2. Participate! Participation is a means of assessment and therefore it is a grade. 3. Be in your assigned seat. 4. If you need extra help talk to your teacher to schedule a tutoring session. 5. Be respectfully cooperative of the teaching and learning environment. 6. Clean up after yourself. 7. Keep cell phones and electronic devices turned off and invisible unless directed otherwise. (Students who violate this policy will be instructed to turn in their phones to the teacher. Refusal will result in referral to an administrator for insubordination). 8. End of class and class dismissal: Right before the bell rings be in the assigned seat, be quiet, gather all their materials and wait for the teacher to dismiss the class. 9. Check your teacher’s website on a regular basis for assignments, resources, and pertinent information. 10. Take ownership of your academic journey!

COURSE PLANNER: (Subject to change)

Month Content Vocabulary Grammar Culture

Aug. 3 – 7 Conversaciones

Greetings/ Question Words/ Conversation

SP2 Grammar Review Conversational etiquette

Aug. 10 -28 En el consultorio

Body parts, symptoms, health

Imperfect/expressions with se/reflexive/adverbs/ser + estar

El tango, mate, la isla de Pascua

UEQ: How do you feel?

Aug. 31-Oct.2 El carro y la tecnología

The car and its accessories Computers and electronic products

Imperfect/preterite/por y para/stressed possessive adjectives and pronouns

Tira cómica: El cellular

UEQ: How does one discuss car issues in Spanish-speaking countries? How is technology used in Spanish-speaking countries?

Oct. 5 - 9 Hispanic Heritage

UEQ: What is Hispanic Heritage month? What are the contributions of Hispanics to our culture? Oct. 12 – Nov. 6 Hogar, dulce

hogar The parts of a house; household chores; table settings

Ud. + Uds. commands/present subjunctive/subjunctive with verbs of will and influence

Lectura: ¡Bienvenidos a la Casa Colorada! América Central

UEQ: How do you describe your home? Nov. 9 – Dec. 11 La naturaleza The environment

Conservation Subjunctive w/verbs of emotion/ doubt, disbelief and denial/conjunctions

Lectura: Dos fábulas

Dec. 14-18 MID TERM UEQ: How can we protect our natural resources?

Jan. 6- Feb. 29 En la ciudad City life; giving directions Banking and postal needs

Subjunctive in adjective clauses/ tú commands/nosotros commands

Lectura: Esquina peligrosa América Central II

UEQ: How can you describe city life? Feb. 1-March 4 El bienestar Personal fitness and

well-being Nutrition

Past participles used as adjectives/ present perfect/ past perfect

Lectura: El viaje

UEQ: How do you stay healthy? March 1- May 1 El mundo del

trabajo Professions and the workplace Job interviews

Future tense/ conditional tense/ past subjunctive

Lectura: Imaginación y destino España

UEQ: What are your future plans? May 2 - 20 Poetry and final exam review May (TBD) FINAL EXAMS