World Languages
Beginning students will acquire the basic skills necessary to function in a variety of real-life situations they may encounter in Spanish-speaking contexts, interactions, and environments. Students will acquire and develop beginning reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to communicate information about themselves, others, and relevant experiences. Students will utilize the appropriate vocabulary, linguistic components, and grammatical structures necessary to achieve desired tasks. Throughout the course students will be exposed to various Spanish-speaking cultures and peoples.
Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 is a course developed to provide students with language-use experiences that meet the needs of heritage speakers. This course is structured to present language in an interesting, interactive and effective manner incorporating the knowledge, skills and experiences that heritage speakers bring to the classroom as well as a thematic approach that highlights Hispanic cultures within and beyond the United States; thus developing a strong sense of identity and a high level of self-esteem.
Mandarin Chinese will offer an introductory experience to learning the Mandarin Chinese language. The course will begin with foundational elements to learning any language: mastering common vocabulary terms and phrases, understanding unique grammar patterns, developing conversational abilities within the language, reading, and writing speaking and listening within the language. Beginning students will acquire the basic skills necessary to function in a variety of real-life situations they may encounter in Mandarin-speaking contexts, interactions, and environments. Students will acquire and develop beginning reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to communicate information about themselves, others, and relevant experiences. Throughout the course students will be exposed to the various Mandarin- speaking cultures and peoples which will include: Geography, History, Art, Traditions, & Current Events.
