Spanish III Syllabus
Spanish III Syllabus
by Erik Jensen
January 10, 2008
Spanish III & IV
Course Title: Spanish III/IV School Year: ‘07/’08
Instructor: Señor Jensen Course Length: Year
- Email: ejensen@movalley.k12.ia.us
Textbooks: ¡Expresate! Level 3 Textbook
¡Expresate! Level 3 Activity Book
Supplies: Notebook
Writing Utensil
3 ring binder
Mead Composition Book
Course Content: This course will consist of a review of the grammatical structures of the Spanish language. Students will further develop the four basic skills of language learning (reading, speaking, listening, writing). A greater emphasis will be placed upon conversation and other methods of free form use of the language. Students will also read and discuss short literary selections in Spanish.
Course Requirements:Students’ responsibilities will include:
- Class participation.
- Note taking
- Completing Homework
Major Projects:
- 4 Oral Presentations based upon chapter vocabulary and grammar throughout the year. (2 per semester)
Basis For Grading: Your final grade will be determined by:
Quarter grades will consist of:
50% tests and quizzes. Some will be unannounced.
25% daily work
25% participation
- This consists of 2 important aspects:
1. Speak English only when you raise your hand.
2. Look like you are paying attention.
- Everyone starts with 100 points for participation. 5 points are lost for each infraction.
Semester grade will consist of
40% 1st Quarter Grade
40% 2nd Quarter Grade
20% Final Exam
Behavior Guidelines:
- Late homework WILL NOT be accepted. If a student has an excused absence homework may be made up, but must be turned in the following day.
- Come to class prepared. Have your course materials ready. You will not be allowed to leave the classroom to go to your locker.
- Use Spanish only in the classroom. No English will be allowed as it will assist you in developing an ability to communicate in Spanish.
- Any time you interrupt class to go to your locker or the restroom you will lose 5 points.
- Be respectful of other students and Sr. Jensen. Avoid behavior that prevents others from learning.
- Use of Internet translators to complete assignments is not allowed. This will result in a zero.
