Conexiones is the text used in this class. Students should have a Spanish/English dictionary and a copy of 501 Spanish Verbs.

Course Description

Spanish IV continues the development of competence in communication through the application of grammar and vocabulary as well as the refinement of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills within a cultural context.
Students must have successfully completed Spanish III or equivalent to take this course. Upon completion of Spanish IV students will be more competent in:
-understanding spoken Spanish
-expressing spoken and written ideas
-pronunciation
-using vocabulary and complex grammar forms
-understanding cultural similarities and differences.

Materials

 Students will need a notebook, folder, index cards, pencils and pens with blue or black ink. Markers and/or colored pencils will be useful for some assignments.

 Expectations

It is expected that students at this level will speak Spanish during class. Daily attendance is necessary for success. Attendance, homework, assessments and participation will be important in the student's grade. Students are expected to bring the text and other necessary materials daily. Homework and projects are due at the assigned time. Late work will earn a maximum grade of C. Students who are not able to behave appropriately will receive a warning. If the behavior continues, a call home will be made and placement assessed. Students are also expected to demonstrate academic integrity at all times. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, copying another student's work, using outside resources during a test or using an electronic translator on assignments.

The grading system for Spanish IV is based on two categories.  The categories are daily work/ assignments (35%) and tests/quizzes/projects(65%). There is no extra credit.  You are responsible for make-up work. For each day of an excused absence you have one day to complete the assignment. If the make-up requires me to be there, I will be available by arrangement.  The grading scale is as follows:

      A    93                   C   73

      A-   90                   C-  70

      B+  87                    D+ 67

      B   83                      D  63

      B-  80                     D-  60

     C+  77                     F     0

Classroom guidelines are few yet useful in helping create a positive and productive learning environment for all:  

                             1. Speak Spanish

                             2. Be on time

                             3. Arrive prepared with all materials

                             4. No side talking, use of electronics or doing work from other classes

                             5. No gum allowed