Course Description:
Spanish IV stresses increased accuracy in creating oral and written communication. Students are
expected to read with increasing comprehension and to take notes in the target language. Greater
emphasis will be placed on understanding the spoken language from a variety of sources. Students
are exposed to more in depth study of the cultures of the Spanish language.
Teacher Contact Information:
Mrs. Barbara Clouser
Telephone: 531-2244 (x1139)
Email: bclouser@hershey.k12.pa.us
Websites: http://derrymoodle.caiu.org (Español 4) Enrollment Key ______________________
http://www.edmodo.com Enrollment Key __________________________
http://www.hershey.k12.pa.us (High School, Teacher Sites, Clouser)
Resources:
Textbook: Conexiones, ¡En Marcha!
Apps & Websites:
Edmodo
Nearpod
Educreations
Socrative (Student Clicker)
Glogster
Springpad
Linoit
WordReference
*It is recommended that you
download these apps to your
personal devices. We will use
the class set of iPads for
larger assignments.
General Expectations:
These guidelines have been established in order to create and maintain a positive classroom
environment that is conducive to learning. In order to speak a foreign language, students must take an
active role in the learning process. Active participation in a foreign language classroom includes the
following:
v Respect yourself and others. – We are all here to learn! Be prepared to make mistakes and to
be patient with one another.
v Be prepared to learn. – Have all necessary materials with you.
v Arrive on time. – Be in your seat when the bell rings.
v Use Spanish in classroom communication. – Speaking Spanish during class will provide you
with the best opportunity to practice in a non-threatening environment. I will use Spanish
almost exclusively and I expect you to try to do so as well!
v Be cooperative! – Follow directions and be flexible. Be willing to work together toward our
common goal of attaining proficiency in Spanish.
Evaluation:
Each marking period your grade will be based on the number of points you accumulate. The total
number of points earned will be divided by the total number of points possible to arrive at your
marking period percentage grade. You may accumulate points in the following categories:
v Collected and Corrected Assignments
v Quizzes
v Tests
v Classwork and Projects
v Oral Presentations
Assignments:
Foreign language learning requires practice; therefore assignments are a required part of the course.
Common assignments include:
• Grammar Practice
• Vocabulary Review
• Journal Entries
• Speaking practice activities
• Listening practice activities
Assignments must be completed in order to be prepared to participate in class. Collected assignments
will also receive a point value. Points will not be given for late assignments. Assignments are to be
done individually unless otherwise stated. Copying assignments is cheating and will result in
disciplinary action.
Absences, late work and missed exams
It is your responsibility to contact me before or after an absence from school or class. If you are
planning a trip or know that you will not be in class due to an appointment or athletics, please tell me
ahead of time so that we can make arrangements for missed work. If you are in school but miss class,
you are expected to come to my room to see me about classwork or assignments that you miss.
Students who miss assessments (i.e. tests, quizzes) have 5 school days to complete the task. Quizzes
and tests can be found in the library and it is the student’s responsibility to make up the work when
he/she is available. Other assignments such as homework and classwork will need to be completed at
the discretion of the classroom teacher. Failure to complete assignments and assessment within the
allotted time will result in a zero (0). Students will not be able to make-up work due to unexcused
absences or class cuts.
Home Access Center:
Home Access Center (HAC) is the internet-based service provided to parents and students for the
purpose of reviewing student information such as grades, attendance, and discipline referrals. Login
and password information for HAC is given directly to parents and can be obtained by contacting the
main office. Updates to HAC cannot follow a definite timetable due to circumstances such as length
of the assignment, number of students, etc. However, I will make every effort to update grades on
HAC weekly.
Technology/Bring Your Own Device (BYOD):
Our district is committed to moving students and staff forward in a 21st century learning environment.
As part of this vision, we will be incorporating technology in our language learning. Students will
have access to a department-shared lab of iPads for certain activities. Students will also be permitted
to use their personal mobile devices during specified times. In order to participate in such activities
students must adhere to the following:
v Upon entering the classroom, all cell phones/mobile devices must be on MUTE or vibrate.
v Students will place all personal devices in the assigned location during direct instruction.
Students will be permitted to use their devices only when needed to complete class activities.
v Recording (both audio and video) without the subject’s permission can be a violation of federal
law. Any unauthorized recordings will result in the device being confiscated and turned over
to the building administrator for appropriate discipline.
Translators:
While using an online translator may seem helpful, please do not attempt to translate your complete
thoughts using a translator. Translators should only be used as dictionaries to look up a specific
word. Even then, care must be taken to choose the correct usage of the word. When a translator is
used to translate phrases or sentences, inaccuracies often render your work unintelligible. It is very
evident to a teacher when a translator is used inappropriately. Using a translator to try to substitute
for student translation practice is considered cheating and is a Level II violation. Such
violations will result in a disciplinary referral to the office as per school discipline code.
Communication:
Feel free to contact me at any time by phone or by e-mail. Parents, please note that if you call me
during the day you will be directed to my voicemail. Phone calls and email messages will be returned
as soon as possible.
Additional Assistance:
If at any time you are having trouble, PLEASE ASK FOR HELP! I am available to work with you
before school from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and after school from 2:35 p.m. to 3:05 p.m. by
appointment. I am here almost every day before or after school; however, students must schedule an
appointment due to meetings and extracurricular responsibilities.
The National Honor Society sponsors the school’s peer tutoring program. A pool of volunteers is
compiled in September from all students who have an A or B in a class and who are interested in
serving as a tutor. Tutors are available to students who are trying their best academically but who feel
they need additional help. These students may contact their teacher, guidance counselor, or the
National Honor Society Advisor.
Course Organization / Programa de estudios:
I.
II.
III.
IV.
V.
VI.
VII.
VIII.
¡Hagamos conexiones! y La tecnología y el progreso
a. (lección preliminar y lección 2 - agosto-septiembre )
i. vocabulario – la computadora y la primera parte de la lección 2
ii. gramática – SER, ESTAR, HABER / el tiempo futuro (la probabilidad)/el presente del
subjuntivo y sus usos
iii. cultura – los hispánicos en los EEUU / Costa Rica y el medioambiente / México, D.F. y la
contaminación
iv. literatura – Las aventuras de Juan Bobo
El individuo y la personalidad (lección 4 – octubre-noviembre)
i. vocabulario – la primera parte de la lección 4 / números
ii. gramática – los verbos reflexivos / los adjetivos / el presente perfecto
iii. cultura – Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Dr. Atl (Frida documentary)
iv. literatura – El cuadro mejor vendido
Las relaciones personales (lección 5 – diciembre)
i. vocabulario – la primera parte de la lección 5
ii. gramática – comparativos y superlativos / las cláusulas adjetivales / futuro perfecto /
pluscuamperfecto
iii. cultura – la familia hispánica
iv. literatura – Una carta a Dios
El mundo del espectáculo (lección 6 – enero-febrero)
i. vocabulario – la primera parte de la lección 6
ii. gramática – AL + infinitivo / subjuntivo y cláusulas adverbiales / el imperativo
iii. cultura – Antonio Banderas / tango / flamenco
iv. literatura – No hay que complicar la felicidad & Los signos de puntuación
La diversidad humana (lección 7 – febrero - marzo)
i. gramática – pretérito vs. imperfecto / por & para
Las artes culinarias y la nutrición (lección 8 – marzo-abril)
i. vocabulario – todo el vocabulario de la lección 8
ii. gramática – imperfecto del subjuntivo-formación y usos / presente perfecto del
subjuntivo/condicional y condicional perfecto / cláusulas condicionales
iii. cultura – comida de México, España y Argentina / película - Tortilla Soup
iv. literatura – El zorro que se hizo el muerto / El abanico
Los derechos humanos (lección 3 – abril - mayo )
i. vocabulario – la primera parte de la lección 3
ii. gramática – el subjuntivo y las expresiones impersonales / la a personal / los pronombres
de los complementos/ los verbos como GUSTAR
iii. cultura – Rigoberta Menchú / las Madres de la Plaza de mayo, arpilleras / los derechos
humanos/ la película Missing/In the Time of the Butterflies/El Norte/ proyecto
El repaso del año ( mayo)
i. vocabulario – repasar todo el año
ii. gramática – la voz pasiva