Spanish II Syllabus 2007 - 2008

SPANISH II - COURSE SYLLABUS

SEÑORA ASMAN

TEXT: ¡EN ESPAÑOL DOS! ($56.00)
MÁS PRÁCTICA ($12.00)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The object of this honors course is to integrate what was learned in Spanish 1 with the new second year concepts. Continued emphasis on all communicative skills is stressed. Cultural material will be included in order to promote an appreciation and understanding of the Spanish-speaking people, their culture and civilization.

COMMUNICATIVE OBJECTIVES: Within the context of the target language and culture, the student will:
Make simple inquiries orally to seek information
Gather information by reading and by listening
Get people to restate things more simply or more slowly by
Polite commands
Trying to paraphrase
Repeating statements with interrogative information
Give more extended personal information in oral and written form
Express Complain or refuse politely
physical discomfort and need
Describe medical and physical needs in very simple terms
Request help in attending to needs and/or uncertainties
Use terminology for buying basic items in street markets or various stores
Use terminology for cashing a check and changing money
Complete in writing appropriate sample forms (hotel registration, customs, bank and postal forms, etc.)
Use a variety of appropriate greetings and leave takings
Issue and react to simple invitations
Arrange to meet someone at a specific time, place, and date
Use common and appropriate telephone phrases
Relay simple messages in writing
Draw simple conclusions using contextual clues and/or cognates
Sing a song and/or recite a poem in the target language


STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:
1. The student will be in his/her seat when the tardy bell rings. Tardiness will be dealt with as outlined in the CHS Student Handbook.
2. A well-organized notebook for class work, homework, notes and handouts is required.
3. The student will bring his/her textbook, notebook, pen or pencil and any other necessary materials to class each day. Electronic devices of any kind are NOT allowed in class.
4. CHEWING GUM IS NOT ALLOWED IN CLASS.
5. The student will demonstrate acceptable classroom behavior, showing respect for others, following instructions and being attentive in the classroom.
6. The student will do his/her own work at all times. Any incidence of cheating will result in a “0”, and Honor Code violation as outlined in the CHS Handbook.
7. DO ask questions when you need further explanation or clarification. I want you to have a successful year.
GRADING SCALE A = 90 - 100 B = 80 - 89 C = 70 - 79 F = 0 - 69
GRADING POLICY: Final semester grades will be calculated as follows:
1. Tests - 25% - at least 1 per chapter. (30%-60% of each test will be based on oral/aural skills.**)
2. Quizzes - 20%
3. Homework — 10% - Since I feel that students should have the opportunity to learn without being penalized for errors, homework will only be checked for completion and genuine effort. Each completed assignment will be worth 5 points, I point will be given for incomplete work and 0 for unacceptable work.
5. Oral / aural** - (speeches, listening, selected lab work....) - 15%
6. Participation** - 15%
7. Final exam - 15%
**At least 40% of the final average will be based on oral / aural work.
MAKE-UP POLICY
1. Consistent daily attendance is essential to learn a foreign language, therefore absences should be avoided when possible.
2. Missed graded work must be made up within 5 school days after the absence occurs unless other arrangements are made with me. Any work not made up within this time will receive a ‘0”. If you have TAG or are on a field trip, you are NOT absent and Must submit your work for that day. You are responsible for the following day’s assignments.
3. Make-ups must be arranged on the day of your return. There will be a calendar in the classroom to sign up for make-ups on designated days.
4. If you are present on the day a test/quiz is announced, you are expected to take it if you are in class on the day it is given.
5. Missed homework must be made up and shown to me the day after you return.
6. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO FIND OUT WHAT HAS BEEN MISSED AND TO HAVE IT IN ON TIME.
EXTRA HELP Extra help is available whenever needed. Please see me to arrange a mutually convenient time.

RECOVERY
Recovery is an opportunity for a student to demonstrate competence and mastery of objectives. Recovery is available to students who are failing with a cumulative grade below 70%. A student may also request recovery for any major assignment or test that lowers his/her cumulative average by more than 10%. In order to be eligible for recovery, a student must have completed all assigned work and demonstrate a genuine effort, including attendance. The maximum grade a student can earn for a recovery activity is 70.
Students are responsible for contacting the teacher concerning the recovery opportunities. Teachers will establish, at their discretion and with the concurrence of the department head, a reasonable time period for recovery work to be completed during the semester. All recovery work must be completed ten (10) school days prior to the end of the semester. There will be only one recovery opportunity per failed major assignment or test.
Recovery will be done outside of normal class time and students must come in for at least one extra help session before they can be re-tested. Recovery is an opportunity for the student to demonstrate competence. It is not a guarantee of passing.
PARENT CONNECT
Please be advised that you can monitor your child’s progress in my class via ParentCONNECT. You can get information on subscribing at http://chattahoocheepc.fultonschools.org
SPANISH IS A SPOKEN AS WELL AS A WRITTEN LANGUAGE. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO LISTEN, SPEAK AND ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE
The most efficient way to contact me is via e-mail. I can be reached at asman.@fulton.k12.ga.us to answer any questions or concerns which you may have.
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