develop spoken and written language on new and familiar topics presented through a variety of media with enhanced focus on incorporating authentic materials. Instruction will be wholly in the target language
B - Communication: Interpersonal Mode
participate in oral and written exchange of information, opinions, and ideas in a variety of time frames and formal/ informal situations
initiate and sustain interaction through the use of various communication strategies
C - Communication: Presentational Mode
present information orally and in writing using familiar and new vocabulary, phrases, and patterns in increasingly complex sentences and strings of sentences
use a variety of communication strategies in preparing and giving oral and written presentations
D - Cultural Perspectives, Practices, and Products
understand, describe, and discuss perspectives, practices, and products of the cultures studied and how they are interrelated
E - Connections, Comparisons, and Communities
reinforce and broaden knowledge of connections between the target language and all other subject areas and careers
investigate the similarities and differences that exist within and among the cultures studied
expand knowledge of the English language through the study and analysis of linguistic elements of the target language
apply language skills and expand cultural understanding by accessing information beyond the classroom setting for recreational, educational, and occupational purposes
comprehend spoken and written Integrate the content, cultures, and histories of countries in which the target language is spoken. Instruction will be exclusively in the target language
B - Communication: Interpersonal Mode
comprehend oral and written language on topics incorporating the cultures and histories of countries in which the target language is spoken
initiate and sustain interaction using various communication strategies within the themes of culture and history
C - Communication: Presentational Mode
present information orally and in writing using familiar and new vocabulary, phrases, and patterns in increasingly complex sentences and strings of sentences
employ a variety of communication strategies in preparing and giving oral and written presentations incorporating the themes of histories and cultures of the target language countries
D - Cultural Perspectives, Practices, and Products
understand, describe, and discuss historical events and cultural perspectives and products of the target language culture(s)
discuss how the viewpoints of people in countries where the target language is spoken are reflected in their practices and products (i.e. political systems, art, architecture, music, history, and literature)
E - Connections, Comparisons, and Communities
identify and discuss how language, literacy, and cultural competencies in the target language connect to competitive advantages in a variety of career fields in the S. and abroad
learn firsthand perspectives from natives of the culture(s) and countries where the native language is spoken, involving cultural representatives and organizations
develop spoken and written language on new and familiar topics presented through a variety of media with enhanced focus on incorporating authentic materials. Instruction will be exclusively in the target language
B - Communication: Interpersonal Mode
participate in oral and written exchanges utilizing appropriate authentic media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages) from countries in which the target language is spoken
initiate and sustain interaction using various communication strategies when utilizing appropriate and authentic media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages) from countries in which the target language is spoken
C - Communication: Presentational Mode
present information orally and in writing using familiar and new vocabulary, phrases, and patterns in increasingly complex sentences incorporating appropriate and authentic media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages) from countries in which the target language is spoken
employ a variety of communication strategies in preparing and giving oral and written presentations incorporating the themes derived from appropriate and authentic media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages) from countries in which the target language is spoken
D - Cultural Perspectives, Practices, and Products
understand, describe, and discuss cultural practices, products, and perspectives from appropriate and authentic media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages) from countries in which the target language is spoken
E - Connections, Comparisons, and Communities
identify and discuss how language, literacy, cultural competencies, and media literacy in the target language connect to competitive advantages in a variety of career fields in the U.S. and abroad
learn firsthand perspectives from natives of the culture(s) and countries where the native language is spoken; communicate when appropriate with pre-screened native speakers using a variety of media sources (e.g., film, music, television, web sites, email, text messages)
comprehend spoken Latin phrases, quotations, and expressions
provide accurate written summaries in English and or Latin as well as translations of authentic and edited novice-level passages
write simple, novice-level phrases in Latin as part of the process for understanding written Latin
read Latin aloud with proper intonation and rhythm
B - Culture
demonstrate novice-level understanding of perspectives, practices, and products of the Greco-Roman culture
C - Connections, Comparisons, and Communities
interpret cultural practices of the Romans
reinforce and further the knowledge of other disciplines through the study of Latin
acquire information and recognize distinctive viewpoints via the study of Latin and the Greco-Roman civilization
identify situations and resources in which Latin skills and cultural knowledge may be applied beyond the classroom setting for recreational, educational, and occupational purposes