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Spanish 5-6: Overview
Course Number: FL.SPA3
Overview
This course develops the language skills of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. Through a variety of enrichment
activities and a basic text, the student learns to communicate in the
language and to appreciate the culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
The mission of the foreign language department is to enable students to
communicate effectively in another language and to develop life-long
appreciation for various languages and cultures. The study of the
foreign language is a progressive acquisition of communication,
cultures, connections, comparisons and communities.
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: Course Length: 2 Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 Credit per Semester: 1
Additional Credit Information: Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Humanities or
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Enduring Understandings
- Developing knowledge and skills in a second language also provides
insight into the foundations of different cultures.
- Learning a foreign language enables individuals to participate in
multilingual communities.
- Being able to communicate in a second language other than English
equips graduates to participate in and contribute to the growth of a
global economy.
- Understanding different cultural perspectives,
patterns of behavior, ways of life, worldviews, and contributions is a
key factor impacting future economic success.
Essential Questions
- Communication - How will learning anew language
enhance my life?
- Cultures - How can cultural awareness enhance my
language learning and vice versa?
- Communities - How does where I live shape who I
am?
- Comparisons - How do I determine the most
effective language learning style for me?
- Connections - How might learning a language
create social and economic future opportunities?
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Standards
District 11 Foreign Language courses are aligned to the
Colorado Model Content Standards for Foreign Language and include
Standards, Benchmarks, and Indicators.
STANDARD - The information or skills that must be learned and
demonstrated for expertise in a given discipline or content domain. Also,
refers to standards of practice, performance standards, etc.
BENCHMARK - More specific definitions that teachers can follow to
assess and measure a student’s performance at various stages in his or her
school career.
INDICATORS - The actual learning behaviors teachers will look for in
the classroom.
Colorado Model Content Standards for Foreign Language
STANDARD 1: Students communicate in a foreign language while
demonstrating literacy in all four essential skills: listening, speaking,
reading, and writing.
LISTENING: Students listen to and derive meaning from a variety of foreign
language sources.
RATIONALE: Students listen to comprehend information spoken in a foreign
language. In order to meet this standard, a student will:
• recognize common expressions;
• obtain meaning from diverse listening sources;
• demonstrate comprehension through appropriate responses; and
• engage in a variety of listening situations.
Grades 9-12 of a Foreign Language Program - As students at the advanced level extend their knowledge, what they know and
are able to do includes:
• deriving meaning through context, intonation, and situations from
listening sources including conversations, lectures, authentic videos,
films, and recordings; and
• obtaining and processing information by selecting, categorizing, and
analyzing from these sources. For students extending their foreign language
education, what they know and are able to do may include
• processing information by organizing, synthesizing, and evaluating from
all types of authentic listening sources;
• integrating listening skills by interacting and/or participating with
members of the community in various professions who use the foreign
language; and
• using listening skills to interact culturally with peers and/or others in
the foreign language. |
71.2 SPEAKING: Students speak in the foreign language for a variety of
purposes and for diverse audiences.
RATIONALE The ability to speak other languages allows students to
communicate with people from various cultures. In order to meet this
standard, a student will:
• apply pronunciation rules and intonation patterns;
• use vocabulary, grammatical forms, and structures of the target language
to convey meaning;
• apply knowledge of cultural practices to spoken language;
• express needs, tell stories, obtain and convey information, explain
concepts and procedures, and persuade; and
• interact with speakers of the language in a variety of venues: personal,
business, debate panels, dramatic presentations.
Grades 9-12 of a Foreign Language Program - As students at the advanced level extend their knowledge, what they know and
are able to do includes:
• applying pronunciation and intonation patterns at a normal rate of speech;
• making predictions, analyzing, drawing conclusions, and expressing facts
and opinions;
• defining points of view; and
• summarizing and paraphrasing.
For students extending their foreign language education, what they know and
are able to do may include:
• communicating and talking about topics of current, public, and personal
interest; and
• handling complicated tasks such as describing, narrating, and
hypothesizing with increasing accuracy. |
81.3 READING: Students read and derive meaning from a variety of
materials written in a foreign language.
RATIONALE Reading in a foreign language gives students access to
information, and expands their knowledge. This ability provides students
with the opportunity to learn about cultures and the human experience. In
order to meet this standard, students will:
• recognize words, phrases, idiomatic expressions, and grammatical
structures;
• demonstrate comprehension of reading materials written for a variety of
purposes;
• use and apply the information gained from reading; and
• respond to the cultural elements contained in reading materials of the
language.
Grades 9-12 of a Foreign Language Program
As students at the advanced level further extend their knowledge, what they
know and are able to do includes:
•analyzing and synthesizing reading materials;
•recognizing the author's point of view and purpose;
•expressing personal reactions to reading materials; and
•interpreting cultural elements found in reading materials.
For students extending their foreign language education, what they know and
are able to do may include:
• using literary terminology accurately including setting, character,
conflict, plot, resolution, and theme; and
• responding to and discussing a variety of authentic texts. |
91.4 WRITING: Students write in a foreign language for a variety of
purposes and for diverse audiences.
RATIONALE Writing allows students to express themselves, to communicate with
others, and to document ideas in a foreign language. In order to meet this
standard, students will:
• write for purposes such as relating personal experiences, obtaining and
conveying information, explaining ideas and opinions, and persuading;
• write for audiences such as peers, teachers, community members, and people
from other countries;
• plan, draft, revise, proofread, and edit written communications;•use
correct grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and
capitalization to convey meaning; and
• use legible handwriting and/or word processing.
Grades 9-12 of a Foreign Language Program - As students at the advanced level further extend their knowledge, what they
know and are able to do includes:
• analyzing and drawing conclusions;
• incorporating information from foreign language resource materials in
their writing;
• selecting and expressing ideas and opinions on topics from various content
areas; and
• using specialized vocabulary and more advanced grammatical structures.
For students extending their foreign language education, what they know and
are able to do may include:
• writing business letters and/or advertisements;
• using writing skills to analyze, persuade and hypothesize with increasing
accuracy; and
• writing creative poetry and short stories. |
STANDARD 2: Students acquire and use knowledge of cultures while
developing foreign language skills.
RATIONALE Language learners are culture learners as well. Students need to
develop an understanding of the cultures in which the language is spoken and
the ability to function in an appropriate manner. In order to meet this
standard, students will:
• demonstrate knowledge of aspects of foreign cultures such as daily life,
education, history, geography, government, economics, and the arts;
• apply knowledge of cultural practices when communicating in a foreign
language; and
• use the foreign language to access cultural information available only in
that language.
Grades 9-12 of a Foreign Language Program -
As students at the advanced level further extend their knowledge, what they
know and are able to do includes:
• analyzing aspects of the cultures being studied, such as social and
political institutions and laws;
• functioning in a culturally appropriate manner, through speaking and
writing, in complex social and/or work situations; and
• researching a topic of interest using sources from the cultures being
studied. |
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Sample Units
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District 11 Diamond Units/Lessons Overview
- includes information about the purpose, goals and structure of
these sample instructional units:
Lesson 1: New Vocabulary
Activity (Etapa Preliminar)
Duration: 30-55 min
81.3 READING:
Students read and derive meaning from a variety of
materials written in a foreign language.
RATIONALE Reading in a foreign language gives students access to
information, and expands their knowledge. This ability provides
students with the opportunity to learn about cultures and the human
experience. In order to meet this standard, students will:
Benchmark: recognize words, phrases, idiomatic
expressions, and grammatical structures; demonstrate comprehension
of reading materials written for a variety of purposes; use and
apply the information gained from reading; and respond to the
cultural elements contained in reading materials of the language.
District Indicators: Employ
word recognition skills, reading strategies, and resources to
decode.
Increase vocabulary to ensure understanding. Infer meaning of
unfamiliar words from context.
Enduring Understanding: Developing
knowledge and skills in a second language also provides insight into
the foundations of different cultures.
Essential Questions:
How do I
determine the most effective language learning style for me?
Assessment:
Actividades:
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Review vocabulary
following this link. Play as many times as they want to improve
your vocabulary. When you are finished, create a short
dialogue using the new vocabulary. Follow this link to see the
vocabulary for the
Etapa Preliminar.
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Spanish Flash Cards and Online Games
1-2
Semester Functions - Recognize sound and
letter correspondence,
Express Likes/Dislikes,
Recognizing social register, Recognize and follow basic
classroom commands, Recognize and use cognates, Give simple descriptions
(ser, llevar), Respond to the 10 “Survival Questions,” Talk about yourself (eg.
family, age, etc.), Write about self and family
1-2
Semester Structure and Grammar -
Cognates, Gender, Conjugations: subject/verb agreement
(present tense, including vosotros), Subject pronouns, Prepositions,
Articles: definite and indefinite, Singular and plural nouns,
Noun/adjective agreement, Intro “ser” and “estar,” “Gusta” + infinitive
1-2 Semester
Content Vocabulary -
Numbers 1-3, Colors, Clothing, Calendar—days, weeks, months,
Adjectives, Alphabet, Introductory geography—lands,
people/nationalities, Courtesies—titles, greetings, well-being,
farewells, Basic occupations, Family members, Conjunctions (and, or,
but, because)
1-2
Semester Culture -
Social register cues/verbal and nonverbal, Basic geography,
Family structure, Cultural etiquette
Word Lists
- Word List 1 -
Lista de
Palabras 1 Salutations, Introductions,
Other Important Words, Numbers, Calendar, Being Verbs
- Word List 2 -
Lista de
Palabras 2 People, Places, Activities,
Adjectives, Nationalities, Being Verbs
- Word List 3 -
Lista de
Palabras 3 Mental Adjectives, Physical
Adjectives, Things for the School, Expressions, Courses
- Word List 4 -
Lista de
Palabras 4 Expressions, Possessives,
Verb Conjugation
- Word List 5 -
Lista de
Palabras 5 Objects in the Classroom,
Places in the School, Verbs
- Word List 6 -
Lista de Palabras 6
Clothing, Time, Colors, Seasons, Verbs, Asking Questions
- Word List 7 -
Lista de
Palabras 7 Verbs, Places, Infinitives,
Food, Locations
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Word List 1
- Lista de Palabras 1
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Word List
2 - Lista
de Palabras 2 - People, Places, Activities, Adjectives, Nationalities,
Being Verbs
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Word List 3
- Lista de Palabras 3 -
- Word List 4 - Lista de
Palabras 4 -
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Word List 5
- Lista de Palabras 5 -
- Word List 6 - Lista de
Palabras 6 -
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Word List 7
- Lista de
Palabras 7 -
- Word List 8 - Lista de
Palabras 8 -
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Word List 9
- Lista de Palabras 9 -
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Word List 10
- Lista de Palabras 10 -
Online Resources
Unit 1:
More About Estados Unidos
Map of Estados Unidos
Chapter 1:
Link Activity
Flashcards
Self-check Quiz
Chapter 2:
Link Activity
Flashcards
Self-check Quiz
Chapter 3:
Link Activity
Flashcards
Self-check Quiz
Writing Center:
Composition
WebQuest:
Los latinos en Estados Unidos
Spanish Flash Cards and Online Games |
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Resources
The following English Language Learner resources were developed by David
Malone as part of the ESL Bridges to Success curriculum and are
available for distribution within District 11.
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Classroom Labels - include Spanish and English
cards that can be taped to items and locations in the classroom.
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Labels for Home - includes Spanish and English
cards that can be taped to items and locations around the house.
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Similar Words - Palabras Similares - includes
1000 varied reading level words that are similar in spelling and
pronunciation in both English and Spanish.
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Vocabulary Cards - Tarjetas del Vocabulario -
1500 most commonly used words in English with Spanish translations.
Words are clustered by category and fold to the size of a business card.
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Vocabulary Goal Sheet - Allows English
learners to chart their growth in vocabulary over a 14 month period.
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Vocabulary Development Instructions -
strategies to learn the 1000 most commonly used English words.
Instructions include 5 minute fillers, games and strategies that can be
used to reinforce vocabulary development.
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Writing Tasks -
includes a progression of writing tasks from constructing simple
sentences to writing narratives. Each task builds on vocabulary learned
from the Vocabulary Cards.
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Journal Cards -
provide writing prompts, pictures and vocabulary from the Vocabulary
Cards for students to use as an aid in writing.
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Picture Puzzles
- when printed from to back, these vocabulary games allow students to
work alone or in pairs or small groups to discuss targeted vocabulary
words in a social setting while playing a game.
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Instructional Websites and Games for Students
- 26 sites (A-Z) that allow students to interact in a game format with
English and Spanish vocabulary and rules of usage.
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ESL First Aid Kit
- Basics every classroom teacher needs in order to create a healthy
learning environment
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Websites Strategies
- 26 sites (A-Z) websites by topic that support teachers in teaching
English Language Learners.
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Classroom Tips
- includes research-based strategies for listening, speaking, reading,
writing, and ELL Advocacy from experienced ELL teachers.
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ELL Professional Development Course for Teachers
- These training modules on Language Acquisition prepare K-12 content
area teachers teachers to effectively teach English Language Learners.
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BeanGo Cards Small
and
BeanGo Cards Large
- students can review Spanish and English vocabulary words or mat
families, or other basic content by completing their own bingo cards.
Dried beans can be used as playing pieces.
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Ways to Use Vocabulary Cards
- includes 5 minute fillers and other strategies to help students learn
vocabulary words. The decks of cards listed below by category are in
Microsoft Word format so teachers can create word lists of 13 words for
any content area.
Vocabulary Lessons
1-60 (Vocabulario Lecciones 1-60) - includes audio lessons in
English and Spanish available in mp3 format.
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CD Disc One: Deseo Aprender inglés
(I desire to learn English) Lessons 1-27
To download all tracks on Disc One,
click here for a .zip file. |
CD Disc Two: Deseo Aprender inglés
(I desire to learn English) Lessons 28-60
To download all tracks on Disc Two,
click here for a .zip file. |
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1. Welcome! Bienvenidos |
1.
Opposites Game Lecciones 28, 29, 30, 31 |
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2. Vocabulario Lecciones 1,
2, 3 |
2. Vocabulario Lecciones 32, 33, 34, 35 |
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3. Historia: Getting To
Know You |
3. Historia: Choosing a Bank |
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4.Vocabulario Lecciones 5,
6, 7, 8 |
4. Vocabulario Lecciones 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 |
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5. Vocabulario Lecciones
9, 10, 11, 12 |
5. Historia: The New Student |
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6. Historia: Packing For A
Trip |
6. Vocabulario Lecciones 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 |
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7. Vocabulario Lecciones
13, 14, 15, 16 |
7. Historia: Doctor’s Appointment |
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8. Historia: Touring The
City |
8.
Vocabulario Lecciones 47, 48 |
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9. Vocabulario Lecciones
17, 18, 19, 20 |
9.
Historia: Entertainment |
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10. Historia: Moving Day |
10. Vocabulario Lecciones 49, 50 |
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11. Vocabulario Lecciones
21, 22, 23 |
11.
Historia: Sports |
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12. Historia: Preparing
Dinner |
12. Vocabulario Leccion 55 |
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13. Vocabulario Lecciones
24, 25, 26, 27 |
13.
Historia: Car Inspection |
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14. Historia: Everybody
Works |
14. Historia: Building Maintenance Vocabulario 56, 57, 58 |
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15. Vocabulario Leccion 59
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16. Historia: Choosing a Career |
Decks of Vocabulary
Cards - includes playing cards and suggestions for card games
with each of Vocabulary Card Lessons 1-60.
Computer Review
Games - includes vocabulary review games that can be played alone or in
pairs.
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Assessment
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Parents
Benefits of Knowing a Second Language
Colorado children need second language fluency in order to be competitive in the
21st century.
Students of foreign language score statistically higher on standardized tests
conducted in English.
Students who average 4 or more years of foreign language study scored higher on
the verbal section of the SAT than those who had studied 4 or more years on any
other subject area. (1992 report consistent with College Board profiles of
previous years.)
Students of foreign languages have access to great number of career
possibilities and develop a deeper understanding of their own language and other
cultures.
Children who receive second language instruction are more creative and better at
solving complex problems.
Coloradans fluent in other languages enhance U.S. economic competitiveness abroad,
improve global communication, and maintain national, political and security
interest.
District 11 Offers Spanish Classes for Parents
Our
Community Education Department offers various level classes in Spanish,
German, French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese,
and Japanese. See the
class schedule and
registration information. |
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