Spanish

Real communication and useful language skills are integral components of Spanish regardless of level. Creative use of the language is expected from the beginning level. Naturally, the vocabulary, grammar and contexts that are used have been chosen with degrees of frequency and degrees of difficulty in mind. Vocabulary is related to the central theme of a unit and grammar is presented not as an end in itself, but rather as a means of communicating as effectively and accurately as possible. Culture, as well as the linguistic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, are integrated into a thematic approach that gives meaning to the language being learned.

Projects are required in all four levels.

Students in all four levels memorize Scripture in Spanish and learn Bible songs. In addition, they practice presenting Campus Crusade's Four Spiritual Laws in Spanish and by level 4, they write and present their own personal testimonies. We remind ourselves constantly that someday each of us may have an opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to a Spanish speaking person.

Daily classroom activities on all four levels include paired and small group communication in Spanish, written practice in workbooks, vocabulary games and quizzes, grammar games and quizzes. In addition, we listen to audio tapes of Hispanic music and Hispanic speakers interacting with one another. We watch and interact with videos of Hispanic speakers.

Interactive computer activities are available in the library to give the students additional practice with the vocabulary and grammar skills.

Assessment is based on quizzes, chapter tests, class participation, workbook activities, projects and final exams. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are assessed regularly.

Teachers

• Deborah Mackay
• Rosa Montgomery

Curriculum

Course No. 231

The following themes appear in the level 1 course: ordering in a restaurant; meeting and greeting people; discussing one's favorite activities, likes and dislikes; describing one's family; getting around in an unfamiliar local, asking for directions, reading maps, brochures, tourist guides, interacting with a travel agent; using public transportation, buses, trains, subways, taxis, planes; telling time, counting, discussing weather.

Course fee: $14.00

Course No. 232

The following themes appear in the level 2 course: traveling around the Spanish speaking world, discussing various cultural aspects of the different areas, shopping for clothing and food in open air markets or supermarkets and department stores; describing people, places, objects, houses and apartments; renting and paying for a hotel room, talking about one's daily routine, organizing weekend and vacation plans; telling time using the 24-hour clock.

The prerequisite for this class is a C or better in Spanish I.

Course fee: $14.00

Course No. 233

The following themes appear in the level 3 course: talking about health and one's physical condition, medicine, pharmacies, exercise, sports and pastimes; referring to habitual actions in the past, one's childhood; understanding short descriptions of various places in Mexico and other Latin American countries; describing events in the past, talking about the recent past, asking for information, understanding a complex menu in an elegant restaurant, using the telephone, talking about the future.

Prerequisite: C+ or better in Spanish II

Course Fee: $14.00

Course No. 234

The following themes appear in the level 4 course: offering and supporting opinions; discussing abstract topics; dealing with symbolism; expressing emotions, wishes and preferences; understanding a variety of authentic texts about the Spanish-speaking world; expressing doubt, uncertainty and improbability; talking about conditions contrary to fact.

Prerequisite: C+ or better in Spanish III

Course Fee: $36.00