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Honors American Sign Language IV [ AndHS and BHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors American Sign Language II Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Accurately sign acquired vocabulary using the five parameters of American Sign Language
• Explain continuity in a conversation both expressively and receptively
• Comprehend and respond with complex grammatical accuracy to expressive American Sign Language and demonstrate cultural awareness locally and globally
• Examine simple patterns of behavior , gestures , and social courtesies in a variety of informal and formal social situations
• Interpret and explain the cultural relevance or historical context of traditions and celebrations
• Use American Sign Language for fun , to express humor , and for personal enjoyment
• This course , with a higher level of learning , will help to better prepare students who wish to test for the Bilingual / Multilingual Seal .
Projects , Activities , etc .: Debate and exchange information and opinions on topics of students ’ choosing . Demonstrate mastery expressing prepared presentations ( at least 5 to 15 minutes ) ( e . g ., holidays , nationalities , things , and events using appropriate sign selection and syntactically correct phrases ). Instructional Focus : Greater expectation of communication skills through implementation of learned skills into novel language expressions , enhanced receptive , and expressive language skills .
French I Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Learn about various cultures of French speakers around the world
• Join the French-speaking world by learning how to communicate on personal everyday topics
• Gain personal awareness of your place in the world
• Reach a Novice-Mid proficiency level Projects , Activities , etc .: Individual , small and large group interactive learning activities that will get students communicating in French about their everyday lives at home and in the community . Instructional Focus : Students will learn to communicate on a variety of cultural topics . Skill building in speaking , listening , reading and writing .
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French II Prerequisite / Selection Process : French I Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Level up your French by learning how to navigate a variety of real-life situations
• Expand your knowledge of cultural norms , products , and practices
• Reach a Novice-High proficiency level Projects , Activities , etc .: Students will learn to communicate on a variety of cultural topics . Instructional Focus : Skill building in speaking , listening , reading and writing with emphasis on verb tense control
Honors French III Prerequisite / Selection Process : French II Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Explore a variety of cultural perspectives and practices across the French-speaking world
• Use French to express your opinions and perspectives on a variety of topics
• Reach and Intermediate-Low proficiency level Projects , Activities , etc .: Oral presentations , role playing , composition , and readings on topics . Students will learn to communicate on a variety of cultural topics . Instructional Focus : Greater expectation of language use , implementing skills in class activities , building on prior knowledge
Honors French IV Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors French III Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Explore ways to “ Frenchify ” your world as you continue to expand your proficiency
• Familiarize yourself with a broad-range of cultural topics impacting communities around the world
• Reach an Intermediate-Mid proficiency level Projects , Activities , etc .: Research , presentation , student led communicative activities on topics . Students will learn to communicate on a variety of cultural topics . Instructional Focus : Proficiency-based study of vocabulary , grammar and culture using a variety of media
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AP French V [ AndHS , AHS , BHS , CRHS only ] [ IB French V SL available at CPHS . See IB section .] [ AP exam is in May each year ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors French IV or placement exam ................................................. Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Communicate exclusively in French to increase your proficiency as you work towards fluency
• Immerse yourself in the French-speaking world through complex topics that impact our society
• Reach an Intermediate-High proficiency level
• AP test at completion of the course offered , not required
Projects , Activities , etc .: Instructional content will reflect interests shared by the students and the teacher [ the arts , current events , literature , sports , and so forth ]. In addition to standard textbooks and anthologies , materials might include audio and visual materials , newspapers , magazines , and contemporary literature . Instructional Focus : The course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in themselves and that can be applied to various activities and disciplines . Extensive practice in the organization and writing of compositions is emphasized .
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