COURSE SYLLABUS/ Advance Spanish III
Course Title: Spanish III Advanced.
Instructor’s name: María Suárez-Bencomo
Communication:
School Phone: (502) 4591825 Ext: 209
School E-mail: <maria.suarez@jefferson.kyschools.us>
Class website: 2016suarez-spanishweebly.com
Course Description:
This course continues the development of the three modes of communication with the
introduction of specialized vocabulary and advanced language structures. Students will expand
cultural knowledge and learn to interpret the varied products of Spanish-speaking civilizations,
such as music, films, newspapers, architecture, and inventions, in terms of underlying cultural
values and attitudes. This course also probes selected Spanish-speaking writers who depict the
changing face of Spanish-speaking societies and an awareness of Latin America’s own diverse
cultural identity.
Performance Standards:
1- Students engage in conversation, provide and obtain information, express feelings and
emotions, and exchange opinions in Spanish.
2- Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics.
3- Students present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners and readers
on a variety of topics.
4- Students gain more in depth knowledge and understanding of the Hispanic culture.
5- Students demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between products and
perspectives of the Hispanic culture.
6- Students connect with other disciplines and further their knowledge of other disciplines
through the Spanish language.
7- Students will use the language both within and beyond the school setting.
Core Academic Content: (Follows JCPS Content Guide)
Units of Study:
Review Unit: (Review) Para empezar
Unit 1: Between you and me
Unit 2: The arts and me
Unit 3: Listen to the music!
Unit 4: Pack your bags
Unit 5: When I was little
Unit 6: Career ready
Unit 7: Let’s volunteer!
Unit 8: Our future.
All of the above units shall cover the following vocabulary: world and geography terms,
social relationships, arts, music, travel and transportation, memories about the past, global
events, career and, community service activities.
Each unit should require approximately 2-3 weeks. At the end of each unit you will have a
special project and/or speaking and written assessments. The date will be announced at the
beginning of the unit, please be aware this dates might change.
Types of graded assessment:
Learner proficiency of language and intercultural competence is measured in the classroom in a
variety of ways such as: teacher observation, warm up activities, comprehension checks, exit
slips, self- and peer assessments, previously announced quizzes or pop quizzes, and projects.
District-developed summative assessments or Integrated Performance Assessments (IPA), will
allowed learners to demonstrate three modes of communications in a cultural context.
Method of Instruction and Course Materials:
A variety of teaching strategies will be used through the school year: natural approach,
collaborative learning, project based learning and the incorporation of technology into the
classroom.
Textbook: Realidades 3 (2008 Edition)
Realidades 3 Practice Workbook
Instructional Videos and DVD Program
Newspapers, magazines, and authentic materials.
Additional Resources created by the teacher
Spanish-English/English –Spanish Dictionary
Required Materials:
Required materials:
- 1 spiral notebook (Only for Spanish class)
- Three ring Binder or 1 folder with pockets.
- Loose leaf ruled filler paper.
- Spanish & English Dictionary (at home-convenient but not mandatory)
- Pens and pencils.
- USB flash drive or a google drive account
Student Evaluation Criteria:
Your effort and hard work in the following areas will determine your final grade based on the
following categories:
Engagement 20%
(Participation, group work, class discussion, teacher observation, and student reflection)
Progression 30%
Homework- 10%
Class assignments and small projects- 10%
Quizzes-10%
Mastery 50%
Performance Based Assessments and Integrated Performance Assessments- 30%
Mid-Term- 10%
Final Exam -10%
Late assignments will end up in losing 10% of the grade per each day it is late for up to
three days. After three days it will not be accepted.
Late homework will not be accepted. Extra-credit will not be given as a substitute for any
missing assignments.
Make up work:
According to school policy, students who have excused absences may request make-up work
within 3 school days of your return to class. You will have the same number of school days
of absence or suspension plus 1 school day from the time you receive the make-up work to
turn it in.
It is the responsibility of the student to request the make-up work from the teacher and to
complete it in a timely manner. Missed tests or quizzes will need to be scheduled with me
before or after school. Work not made up within the time limit will become a zero.
Don’t forget our grades are cumulative all throughout the school year.
Explanation of Academic Grades*
A-Above Standards......................................................... 90–100%
B- Meets Standards............................................................80–89%
C- Approaching Standards................................................. 75–79%
D- Below Standards ............................................................70–74%
U Substantially Below Standards.................................Below 70%
I-(Incomplete) Incomplete work due to absence must be completed and the grade recorded
within the following timeline:
-Fifteen school days following the end of the first-semester grading cycle (ten school
days for first- or second-trimester cycles)
Before the first student day of the next school year following the second-semester/thirdtrimester grade cycle. If work is not completed in that time, the grade is recorded as a U
W- (Withdrawal) Students who withdraw from school and do not complete a course are assigned
a W.
Please return this portion of your syllabus to your teacher the next day of class. It is
worth 25 points. Thank you!
I have read and agree to the requirements established for Advance Spanish II class.
Parent or Guardian’s name: ________________________________________
Parent or Guardian’s e-mail: _______________________________________
Parent or Guardian’s phone number: ________________________________
My child has access to Internet at home: Yes___________ No ____________
My child has a printer at home: Yes_______ No_______
Parent or Guardian’s signature: ______________________Date: __________
Student’s name: __________________________________________________
Student’s signature: ________________________________Date: __________
Viewing Permission
I, ___________________________, the parent/guardian of _____________________________
(please print parent’s name clearly)
(please print student’s name clearly)
hereby give permission for my child’s viewing of cultural videos in his/her Spanish class. I
understand that some of the films/videos may contain profanity or very brief nudity. All films
chosen for adolescent viewing during class are chosen for one academic purpose or another or
have been suggested by the IB Programme (Seniors), in order to enhance the students’
understanding of the culture being studied. Instructional assignments accompany all viewings so
the students focus on expansion of vocabulary or culture.
_________________________________
____________________________
Parent’s Signature
Date
______I would like to discuss an alternative assignment for my child, so I will contact you.
To contact Mrs. Suarez, phone 485.8202 ext 209, or email maria.suarez@jefferson.kyschools.us in
the event of any questions.