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Sr. Knittel Room 171
Email: mknittel@newpaltz.k12.ny.us Voice Mail: 256-4000 ext. 69528
COURSE OUTLINE
The curriculum for this course is consistent with the New York State Syllabus:
Modern Languages for Communication: Checkpoint B
The ultimate objective of Level III Spanish is for students to function independently in a Spanish speaking country. This course will culminate in an exam in accordance with Checkpoint B.
The textbook covers 8 units:
1. Memorable outdoor experiences and competitions.
2. Health and nutrition.
3. Relationships with friends and family.
4. Jobs and volunteer work.
5. Careers, professions, and technology.
6. Interactions between different cultures.
7. Local and global environmental concerns.
8. Rights and responsibilities at home and in school.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATION
HAVE A POSITIVE ATTITUDE !!!!
Attend class – get assignments from a class “Buddy” if you are sick
Be on timeHave all materials (workbook, notebook, pen, paper, notes, homework)
Submit all assignments ON TIME!!!!
Be on task
Be respectful and responsible to yourself, others and property
1st & 4th Block classes: Be quiet and pay attention to announcements.
All school rules apply concerning food/drink, wearing hats and use of cell phones
ABSENCES
Meet with me immediately after a class absence to make up all work and TIME.
ASSESSMENT
Students will earn MANY points towards the determination of a quarter grade every ten weeks. A variety of assignments will be required.
Unit Tests - comprehensive, announced in advanced 100 points
Exams - Mid-Term Exam (Cumulative) - 20% of 2nd Quarter Ave.
- Final Exam (Local BOCES exam) - 20% of Final Average
Quizzes - on current material, notes, homework, vocabulary - may be unannounced
Class Participation - being on time, on task and contributing to class
- having all materials for class
- spontaneous speech during class in Spanish
- asking and answering questions in Spanish
Oral Presentations - include monologues, dialogues, and/or pair or group creation
Homework - almost DAILY - 5 points per day - due ON TIME
- late assignments receive half credit
Extra Credit - will be posted online and done online
TEACHER AVAILABILITY
- I am available from 2:20-2:45 in Room 171
- Students who want to stay longer than the regular school day need to make arrangements in advance.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Prentice Hall Spanish Grammar Study Guide Levels 3 & 4
A Spanish/English Dictionary or www.wordreference.com or www.reverso.net
Barron’s “501 Spanish Verbs”. This book contains 501 common verbs conjugated in all tenses with explanations and self tests. It is extremely useful.