California State University, Northridge
Summer Academic Enrichment Program
Spanish III AB
A-G Subject Area Fulfillment: Meets two semesters of the (E) Language Other
Than English graduation requirement.
Course Objectives:
This course will review and extend basic vocabulary, culture and grammar needed for
oral and written communication in Spanish. We will use a variety of methods to achieve
the continued acquisition of the Spanish language. Spanish IIIAB is designed to be a
five-week-condensed, year-long academic course built around the foundation of
Spanish IIAB. The student will be immersed in Spanish five days per week for five
hours per day. Attendance is required for all five weeks.
Course Description:
Spanish IIIAB will develop and improve Spanish language skills in reading, writing,
speaking and listening. The class is conducted in Spanish, thus the students will use the
skills needed to advance in their language development. There will be a variety of
materials used to achieve language improvement including: audio recordings; videos of
grammar explanations designed to improve the student’s aural comprehension;
authentic texts; and teacher-prepared activities designed to strengthen Spanish-speaking
and listening abilities. The students will actively participate in dialogues, paired
activities, class projects and several projects.
Course Goals and Objectives
Correlates with the California State Standards and Supports the Common
Core Curriculum:
A.
After a review the student will demonstrate orally and in writing a mastery of
basic vocabulary and grammatical concepts acquired in Spanish IIAB. (Standards
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4.1)
B.
Throughout the course the student will show increasing oral and written
competency on tests and in presentations to the class. (Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4.)
1.
Verb tenses: all the major tenses; the subjunctive; commands--formal and
informal; singular and plural; affirmative and negative.
2.
Pronouns: subject, reflexive, indirect, direct, possessive, demonstrative,
and those used with prepositions.
3.
Adjectives: correct syntax placement, possessive, comparative & superlative.
4.
5.
6.
Adverbs: uses and formation.
Syntax in statements vs. questions.
Noun/Adjective placement and agreement. (Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4.1)
The student will demonstrate increasing fluency and control of vocabulary in
communicative and written situations. (Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 4.1)
D. The student will increase the ability to make requests, express needs, understand
and express ideas in detail, describe and compare, use and understand
expressions that show emotions. These functions will be performed face-to-face
and in social interaction, using guided written compositions, short narratives,
letters, and audio components. (Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 4.1)
C.
E.
The student will demonstrate an ability to use and understand patterned learned
expressions, statements, questions, commands. (Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1,
2.2, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2)
F.
The student will demonstrate the ability to create simple paragraphs using correct
spelling and punctuation when writing. (Standards 2.1, 2.2, 4.1, 4.2)
G.
The student will demonstrate the comprehension of important details and ideas
from authentic short stories. (Standards 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2)
H.
The student will demonstrate the increasing ability to write short reports,
narratives on selected topics, descriptions of other disciplines, persuasive essays
regarding environmental concerns, cultural aspects of travel, the media,
community issues, family, advice letters, historical figures, and
fashion.(Communication Standards 3.0, 3.2, 4.0)
Course Outline and Topics:
a. Review of “ser” vs. “estar.”
b. Review of the imperfect uses and formation.
c. Review of the preterite vs. the imperfect tenses.
d. Review of the present and past perfect tenses.
e. Uses of verbs like “gustar.”
f. “Por” vs. “Para.”
g. The future tenses formation and uses.
h. Impersonal constructions with “ser.”
i. Reflexive verbs used reciprocally.
j. Present Subjunctive formation.
k. The subjunctive with emotion, doubt, impersonal expressions
l. Subjunctive with conjunctions and denial.
m. The subjunctive with wishes and desires.
n. Past Subjunctive formation.
o. Sequence of tenses.
p. The conditional tenses--uses and formation.
q. Present and past progressive with “ir,” “andar,” and “seguir.”
r. Conditional and future perfect tenses.
s. If /contrary-to-fact clauses.
t.
u.
v.
w.
x.
y.
Double-object pronoun placement.
Nominalization.
“Pero” vs. “sino”.
Verbs with prepositions.
Vocabulary to be presented: physical descriptions; household chores; a planet in
danger; celebrations; professions; fashion; ecology; nature; historic events; ideals;
the future; professions; the news; and electronics.
Give daily oral 1-2 minutes, memorized presentations with props based on
the following scenarios:
*Mi arbol genealógico (My Family Tree)
* El candidato ideal a la presidencia ¡Yo! (The ideal candidate for the
Presidency--Me!)
* Un debate sobre la mejor ocupación (A debate on the best occupation). This is
to be completed with a partner
* Un recorrido turístico de una ciudad hispano parlante (A tour of a Spanish
speaking city)
* Un paramédico y yo al socorro en un accidente (A paramedic and I to the rescue
at an accident)
* Un desfile de la moda (A Fashion Show)
* Una visita guiada de la casa de una estrella de cine (A Guided Tour of a movie
star’s house)
* Un pronóstico meteorológico (A weather report)
* Un documental de un viaje a América del Sur (A documentary of a trip to South
America)
* Un Safari fotográfico (A Photographic Safari)
* Una tienda de animales domésticos - ¡Comprame a mí! (A pet store- Buy me!)
* Una crónica deportiva de las Olimpiadas (A Sportscast of the Olympics)
* ¿Cómo será el mundo en 25 años? (What will the world be like in 25 years?)
* Mi Día Horrible, Terrible (My horrible, terrible day)
* Una Carta de consejos (An advice letter)
* Un noticiero-entrevista del testigo de un crimen (Newscast- Interview of a
witness to a crime.) This is to be completed with a partner.
* Un Concurso (A game show) This is to involve the entire class.
* La vacación perfecta (The perfect vacation)
* Un programa de entrevistas ( A talk show) This is to be completed with a
partner.
* Un anuncio de la tele ( A T.V. spot).
Course Materials:
1. Realidades III by Myriam Met, Peggy Boyles, Richard S. Sayers
2. Más Prácticaworkbook to accompany the text
3. Lecturas Para Todosby McDougal Littell
4. Nassi Levy Three Years
5. Spanish/English dictionary
6. Other materials:
a. Notebook and binder.
b. Lined paper.
c. Black/blue pen.
d. Highlighter.
e. 3” x 5” index cards.
f. Scissors.
Course Grading
1. A cumulative final exam will include vocabulary, grammar, an essay, and an
oral interview.
2. Aural, oral, daily written quizzes on vocabulary and grammar.
3. Daily participation.
4. Accurate pronunciation.
5. Oral reports, written reports and essays.
6. Attendance and punctuality.
Grading Policy:
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90%-100%
80%-89%
70%-79%
60%-69%
=59% or Below
Instructional Methods:
The class will be conducted in Spanish only. A variety of instructional will be used to
address the multiple learning styles. Co-operative learning, partner activities, whole
class activities, chorale repetition, tapes, videos will be used to promote authentic
communication, written and oral grammar activities will be used for reinforcement.
Classroom Behavior:
The student is expected to demonstrate mature, polite behavior and extend courtesy to
everyone at all times:
1. Actively participate, and respectful verbal and nonverbal interaction with all
opinions must be shown at all times.
2. Since differing views will be expressed, the teacher and the student(s)
will mutually maintain a safe environment for courteous dialogue.
3. Respect is to be shown for all CSUN property.
4. No food or beverages will be permitted in the classroom. Snacks must be
eaten outside between the designated breaks.
5. Warnings for behavior / discipline problems will be given once. Any further
problems will result in a phone call to the parent(s) or guardian(s) and
possible dismissal from the program.
SAEP Electronics Policy
Cell phones, music players and headphones are not permitted to be
used during class hours.
a. Please put your cell phone on silent (NOT vibrate).
b. No texting is allowed during class.
You will be given one verbal warning if the above is not followed. Should a
second warning be necessary, your cell phone, music player and/or headphones
will be confiscated and held by the teacher until after class. If a third time occurs,
your cell phone, music player and/or headphones will be confiscated and held in
the SAEP office and MUST BE PICKED UP BY A PARENT.
Spanish III AB
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After reading through the syllabus, please sign and date and have your student return it to
class. The signature constitutes your commitment to the class as we partner to make the
next five weeks a life-long educational experience for your student.
Student/ Parent Agreement:
Please bring this signed and dated Spanish III AB syllabus agreement to class tomorrow.
If you do not understand any portion of this syllabus, or if you have any
questions regarding this class, please do not hesitate to email the teacher.
We have read and understand the contents of this syllabus.
Student name ______________________________________________________
Student signature____________________________________________________
Date__________________
Parent/Guardian name _______________________________________________
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