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WORLD LANGUAGE

Course Summary


9 10 11 12 French – Conversation 3030 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 French I 3120 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 French II 3150 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 French II – Honors 3130 C/W 1 1.00
9 10 11 12 French III 3170 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 French III – Honors 3160 C/W 1 1.00
10 11 12 French IV 3180 C/W 2 1.00
10 11 12 French IV – Honors 3190 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 French V – Honors 3140 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 UCONN French – Honors 3000 C/W 1 1.00
12 Advanced Placement French Language 3195 C/W 1 1.00
9 10 11 12 German – Conversation 3360 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 German I 3311 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 German I – Honors 3310 C/W 1 1.00
10 11 12 German II 3321 C/W 2 1.00
10 11 12 German II – Honors 3320 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 German III 3331 C/W 2 1.00
11 12 German III – Honors 3330 C/W 1 1.00
12 German IV 3341 C/W 2 1.00
12 German IV – Honors 3340 C/W 1 1.00
9 10 11 12 Latin I – Honors 3410 C/W 1 1.00
10 11 12 Latin II – Honors 3420 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 Latin III – Honors 3430 C/W 1 1.00
12 Latin IV – Honors 3440 C/W 1 1.00
12 Latin IV – AP 3450 C/W 1 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish – Conversation 3200 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish I 3220 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish II 3250 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish II – Honors 3230 C/W 1 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish III 3270 C/W 2 1.00
9 10 11 12 Spanish III – Honors 3260 C/W 1 1.00
10 11 12 Spanish IV 3290 C/W 2 1.00
10 11 12 Spanish IV – Honors 3280 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 Spanish V – Honors 3300 C/W 1 1.00
11 12 UCONN Spanish - Honors 3240 C/W 1 1.00
12 Advanced Placement Spanish Language 3305 C/W 1 1.00

The following are the goals of the World Language program:
1. To develop the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in a modern world language for personal and career applications by the students.
2. To enhance a student’s knowledge and appreciation of diverse cultures.
3. To require a continuous high level of student participation in the learning process.
4. To demonstrate capability for using technology within the curriculum.

Students receiving honors credit in a modern world language must demonstrate:
1. greater frequency and accuracy in verbal participation
2. greater accuracy in written expression
3. the ability to comprehend independent reading assignments
4. the ability to complete independent projects

FRENCH – CONVERSATION (R1, W1, N1, PS1, T1, RE1, H3)

3030 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00

This course is designed to acquaint students with the basics of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the use of cognates. The level of instruction and the methods used are modified to accommodate those students who need more reinforcement and practice. Some time will also be devoted to the culture of the people of the world whose native language in French.


FRENCH I (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3120 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This beginning course stresses the development of the basic skills necessary for language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Since the knowledge of culture is an essential part of the total language experience, there is considerable emphasis on cultural awareness and understanding. Cross-cultural connections will be examined.

FRENCH II (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3150 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
The development of the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing is continued on this level. Retention of material introduced in Level I French is essential for success in level II. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.

FRENCH II-HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H4)

3130 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

This course incorporates the level 2 (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in French I. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

FRENCH III (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3170 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00

This course continues the four skills approach (listening, speaking, reading and writing) that is basic to levels one and two. Retention of material introduced in earlier levels is essential for success in level III. More advanced grammatical concepts will be covered at this level. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.
FRENCH III-HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)
3160 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 3 (college-prep) curriculum but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of level II/IIH skills. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of the grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

FRENCH IV (R2, 2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)
3180 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course continues the development of proficiency in the French language through conversations, group discussions and/or oral presentations. Advanced grammatical concepts are introduced and more in-depth study is required. A greater emphasis is placed on the expression of original ideas in the target language, both in written and oral form. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.
FRENCH IV – HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)

3190 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 4 (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in French III/IIIH. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.


FRENCH/UCONN CO-OP/HONORS
3140 Grades 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00 3000 Grades 11, 12 UCONN Credit 1.00 (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)
Students continue their study of the language at the Intermediate/Advanced Level. Course content is aligned with the University of Connecticut's courses French 267 (French Language and Culture, 3 credits) and French 268 (Writing in French, 3 credits). Students must submit a five-page paper to UCONN to earn college credit. Emphasis is on improving both oral and written expression through discussion, presentations and compositions on assigned topics. Extensive study of grammar is included. In the spring, French 268 focuses on the study of French texts and requires extensive written work. A five page paper is required in the spring semester.
NOTE: for UCONN credit it is necessary to fulfill UCONN requirements.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT FRENCH LANGUAGE (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, R1, H4)

3195 Grade 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
Students who enroll in AP French Language must already have a good command of French grammar and vocabulary and have competence in listening, reading, speaking and writing. This course covers the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced French writing and conversation, and emphasizes the use of the French language for active communication in various activities and disciplines. Extensive written work will also be an integral part of this course. To receive college credit, the AP French Language Examination (given in May) must be taken and the score received must meet the criteria set by individual universities/colleges.

GERMAN – CONVERSATION (R1, W1, N1, PS1, T1, RE1, H3)
3360 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basics of the German language. Emphasis is placed on the use of cognates. The level of instruction and the methods used are modified to accommodate those students who need more reinforcement and practice. Some time will also be devoted to the culture of the people of the world whose native language in German.

GERMAN I (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)
3311 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This beginning course stresses the development of the basic skills necessary for language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Since the knowledge of culture is an essential part of the total language experience, there is considerable emphasis on cultural awareness and understanding. Cross-cultural connections will be examined.

GERMAN I-HONORS (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H4)

3310 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
Enrollment in German I-Honors requires the recommendation of the eighth-grade language arts teacher and placement in Masuk's grade 9 Honors Language Arts English course. Any exceptions must have the approval of Masuk's World Language Department Chair. Additional work in all four language skills will be required to receive honors credit.

GERMAN II (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3321 Grades 10, 11,12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
The development of the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing is continued on this level. Retention of material introduced in Level I German is essential for success in level II. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.

GERMAN II-HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H4)

3320 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 2 (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in German I/IH. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

GERMAN III (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3331 Grades 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00

This course continues the four skills approach (listening, speaking, reading and writing) that is basic to levels one and two. Retention of material introduced in earlier levels is essential for success in level III German. More advanced grammatical concepts will be covered at this level. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.

GERMAN III-HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)
3330 Grades 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 3 (college-prep) curriculum but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in German II/IIH. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of the grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

GERMAN IV (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3341 Grade 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course continues the development of proficiency in the German language through conversations, group discussions and/or oral presentations. Advanced grammatical concepts are introduced and more in-depth study is required. A greater emphasis is placed on the expression of ideas in the target language, both in written and oral form. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections in continued.

GERMAN IV – HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)

3340 Grade 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 4 (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in German III/IIIH. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

LATIN I HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H3)

3410 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

Students learn the basics of Latin grammar and vocabulary through fast-paced graded readings. The course, which begins the sequence that leads to reading Roman authors in the third and fourth years, may also be taken by college-bound students who wish to strengthen their English grammar and vocabulary skills. Through readings which incorporate grammar into the story of a typical Roman family of the first century AD, students learn the basics of Latin and some of the history and culture of a great empire from which many aspects of today’s global culture take their cue. Incoming freshmen must be placed in Honors Language Arts or Honors Math or have the recommendation of their eighth-grade language arts teacher and the approval of the World Language department chair.

LATIN II – HONORS (R3, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H3)

3420 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

This course reviews the elements of grammar before introducing more advanced grammar. Students continue the narrative sequence from Latin I-Honors, with an historical emphasis on Roman education and the Roman colonial experience. Outside projects concentrate the effort of students on single aspects of Roman life in depth.

LATIN III – HONORS (R3, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H3)

3430 Grades 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

This course incorporates a comprehensive review of all Latin grammar leading to reading Roman authors, including Catullus, Caesar, Ovid, and Pliny. Students entering from Latin II-Honors will benefit from the grammatical overview, and higher-achieving students from first-year Latin who prefer a faster pace and the chance to read Latin authors may be placed here. The course moves progressively through the grammar, using example sentences and short readings drawn from ancient authors rather than made-up didactic Latin. Etymologies and other word studies, along with a series of self-tutorial exercises, provide opportunities to dine-tune language skills.

LATIN IV – HONORS (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, RE2, H4)

3440 Grade 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

This course uses careful readings of the odes of Roman poets Catullus and Horace to prepare students for the AP Latin Literature Exam. Students translate and analyze the odes as literature and write critical essays in the context of comparison with modern poetic expression.

LATIN IV – AP HONORS (R3, W3, PS3, T1, RE2, H4)

3450 Grade 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

This course incorporates curriculum of Latin IV (3440). Students who plan to take the AP Latin Exam should enroll in this course. To receive college credit, the AP Latin Examination (given in May) must be taken and the score received must meet the criteria set by individual universities/colleges.


SPANISH – CONVERSATION (R1, W1, N1, PS1, T1, RE1, H2)
3200 Grades 9,10,11,12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basics of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the use of cognates. The level of instruction and the methods used are modified to accommodate those students who need more reinforcement and practice. Some time will also be devoted to the culture of the people of the world whose native language in Spanish.

SPANISH I (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)
3220 Grades 9,10,11,12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This beginning course stresses the development of the basic skills necessary for language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Since the knowledge of culture is an essential part of the total language experience, there is considerable emphasis on cultural awareness and understanding. Cross-cultural connections will be examined.

SPANISH II (R1, W1, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)
3250 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00

The development of the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing is continued on this level. Retention of material introduced in Level I is essential for success in level II. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.

SPANISH II – HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1)

3230 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level 2 (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of level I skills. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.


SPANISH III (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3270 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course continues the four skills approach (listening, speaking, reading and writing) that is basic to levels one and two. Retention of material introduced in earlier levels is essential for success in level III. More advanced grammatical concepts will be covered at this level. The study of culture and cross-cultural connections is continued.

SPANISH III-HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H3)

3260 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level II (college-prep) curriculum but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of level II skills. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of the grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

SPANISH IV (R2, W2, N1, PS2, T1, RE1, H3)

3290 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 2 Credit 1.00
This course continues the development of proficiency in the Spanish language through conversations, group discussions and/or oral presentations. Advanced grammatical concepts are introduced and more in-depth study is required. A greater emphasis is placed on the expression of original ideas in the target language, both in written and oral form. The study of culture as enrichment is continued.

SPANISH IV - HONORS (R2, W2, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)
3280 Grades 10, 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
This course incorporates the level IV (college-prep) curriculum, but is designed for the individual who has demonstrated exceptional mastery of skills covered in Spanish III/IIIH. Students are required to demonstrate a more thorough understanding and more accurate application of grammatical concepts introduced. Additional independent work is an integral part of this course.

SPANISH- HONORS/UCONN CO-OP (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)
3240 Grades 11, 12 UCONN Credit 1.00
Students in UCONN Spanish continue their study of the language at the Intermediate/Advanced Level. Course content is aligned with the University of Connecticut's courses Spanish 278 (Spanish Composition, 3 credits) and Spanish 279 (Spanish Conversation: Cultural Topics, 3 credits). Students will read, analyze and demonstrate comprehension of various themes and their implications as viewed from a particular Hispanic perspective. Contemporary issues relative to the Hispanic world will also be investigated. Students will become increasingly aware of the inter-relationship between language, culture and literature through the analysis of selected literary works and cultural readings.

NOTE: For UCONN credit, it is necessary to fulfill UCONN requirements.
SPANISH V – HONORS (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, RE1, H4)

3300 Grades 11, 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00

Students in Spanish V continue their study of the language at the intermediate/advanced level. Students will review all major grammar topics and will read, analyze and demonstrate comprehension of various themes relating to Hispanic culture/history/literature. Students will become increasingly aware of the interrelationship between language, culture, and literature through their analysis of this material.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE (R3, W3, N1, PS3, T1, R1, H4)

3305 Grade 12 C/W 1 Credit 1.00
Students who enroll in AP Spanish Language must already have a good command of Spanish grammar and vocabulary and have competence in listening, reading, speaking and writing. This course covers the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced Spanish writing and conversation, and emphasizes the use of the Spanish language for active communication in various activities and disciplines. Extensive written work will also be integral to this course. To receive college credit, the AP Spanish Language Examination (given in May) must be taken and the score received must meet the criteria set by individual universities/colleges.







 











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