Spanish: Hispanic Civilization & Culture Full Year (Two Semesters) Prerequisites: Spanish 4 or equivalent AND Modern Languages Department recommendation This course examines themes in Hispanic civilization through the study of short stories, nonfiction articles and films. The course is discussion-based with an emphasis on the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will do both presentational and interpersonal speaking in addition to a thorough review of advanced grammar concepts. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish, and students are expected to participate in the target language. Students will keep a journal of questions, writings and vocabulary. Main units of study will include: the search for identity, family values and dynamics, immigration and assimilation and gender roles, all within the context of Mexican history, the South American journey to democracy and Spain’s cultural diversity. Assessments will include discussions, in-class essays, and a number of short research-based student presentations to accompany each unit of study. Spanish: Hispanic Literature Full Year (Two Semesters) Prerequisites: Spanish 4 or equivalent AND Modern Languages Department recommendation In this course, students read Hispanic literature and explore cultural and historical themes present in the works. This course is discussion-based where students create questions and inquiry; however, there will be activities to improve listening, writing and reading as well. Grammar will be reviewed and taught as a scaffold to the units. Students will follow selected themes to make observations about each unit of study and make class presentations about relevant cultural and historical information. Main units will include: magic realism, the search for identity, family values and dynamics, gender roles and immigration and assimilation. Beyond presentations and discussions, students will do scene reenactments, in-class writings and assessments for vocabulary and grammar.
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