¡Bienvenidos a la clase de español! COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. To help each student attain an acceptable degree of proficiency in the four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. 2. To present the language within the context of the contemporary Spanish speaking world and its culture. Requirements 1. A well kept and complete notebook to be used for notes, homework and classwork exercises. You may choose the type of notebook that you feel will keep you the most organized. 2. A Spanish/English dictionary is highly recommended. 3. Textbook Class Rules 1. Come to class on time. Be seated and ready to work when the bell rings. 2. Come prepared to class. (text, notebook, pen or pencil, homework, etc.) 3. Complete all assignments AT HOME! Be sure to make up missed assignments/tests. 4. It is your responsibility to ask for extra help when needed. 5. Remain in your seat until the bell rings. 6. Cheating will not be tolerated. 7. Rudeness towards me or other students will not be tolerated. Grading Major tests---60% Homework---15% Papelitos---15% (you will receive a “papelito” EVERY DAY!) 9 weeks test---10% Don’t forget about “TICKS” If you raise your hand in class you will receive credit for your participation. I will add a “tick” next to your name. For every 30 “ticks” that you accumulate each nine weeks, I will average in an extra 100 as a MAJOR TEST GRADE!