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Sign Language I Elective [top] American Sign Language II This course is a continuation of the study of American Sign Language. Its focus is instruction in the practical use of American Sign Language in meaningful and contextualized settings addition to information on deaf culture. Students will learn to communicate with the deaf and hearing impaired. Classroom activities are interactive and meaningful. Themes for the course include: education, health and welfare, leisure, art, etc. Students will experience presentations by members of the deaf community, assemblies, field trips, and other activities. It will be based on the New York State Syllabus for ASL, spiraling content from ASLI and progressing into more advanced material. Elective [top] Chinese Language and Culture I As the Chinese language is getting more important, don't miss the opportunity to get yourself prepared for the future. This course is intended to build students' basic daily communicative skills in Mandarin Chinese including conversation, reading and writing. Pinyin, a Romanization of Chinese, will be taught as the tool for understanding the dialogs. In addition, drills on sounds and tones, vocabulary, and sentence patterns in the meaningful contexts will be used in order for the students to communicate appropriately and accurately in authentic contexts. Language instruction emphasizes cooperative learning, games and performances. Students will explore the Chinese culture through films, projects and field trips. Elective [top] Chinese Language and Culture II In this course, students will gain confidence in using Chinese for daily-life activities in a target language environment. Students will expand from their base in first year Chinese (or its equivalent) to continue to develop their four skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Modern Chinese. New topics will be introduced in this course with increasing sophistication in terms of usage and style. Language instruction emphasizes practical interpersonal communicative activities and presentations. Discussions on authentic cultural contexts will be conducted through films and field trips. Elective [top] Chinese Language and Culture III In this course students will continue to develop their four skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin Chinese as well as gain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture. Language instruction will continue to expand student's active vocabulary and practical interpersonal activities. They will further their communicative skills for use in and out of the classroom. Emphasis is given to increasing complex usages and styles. Students discuss Chinese culture and civilization through use of films, field trips and authentic realia. [top] French Level I Students begin to develop proficiency in listening and speaking the French language. They learn proper pronunciation and engage in simple conversations. There is extensive emphasis on vocabulary acquisition. Simple grammatical structures are learned and gradually, with the use of authentic materials, the students develop basic reading and writing skills. Focus is also on the culture and contributions of France. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] French Level II The students continue to develop their proficiency in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. They expand their vocabulary, improve their pronunciation, and learn more complex grammatical structures in order to communicate in a variety of real-life-situations. The students further develop their knowledge of French culture and civilization.
Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] French Level III The students continue to develop the four basic language proficiencies in a communicative setting. Emphasis continues to be on the acquisition of an extensive active vocabulary that will enable them to communicate in a wide variety of real-life-situations. The objective of the course is to fulfill all the requirements for Checkpoint B as outlined in the New York State Syllabus for Foreign Language. Extensive preparation is made for the Comprehensive Regents Examination in French that is administered at the end of the course. Grades 10-12 - 1 credit [top] French IV The students continue to develop communicative competence as they read and discuss selections of well known literary works. Film study adds a new component to learning about history as well as contemporary culture. Students discuss a variety of contemporary topics gathered from authentic materials including Internet sites, newspapers, magazines. They expand their vocabulary, learn advanced grammatical structures and improve their writing skills. Students enrolled can take this course for college credit through Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit [top] French Level V The students continue to improve communicative competence as they read literary selections from the French-speaking world and study the historical and social settings of these selections. Film study continues to be an integral part of the course work. The students expand their active vocabulary and learn advanced grammatical structures as they improve their conversation and writing skills. Students may take this course for college credit from Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit [top] Advanced Placement French This course of study will prepare students to take the rigorous AP exam. The students in this course will work to reach a high skill level in listening and reading as well as a high level of self-expression in speaking and writing. Emphasis is placed on intensive grammar study and the acquisition of an expanded literary vocabulary. Extensive preparation is required. Literary selections from the French speaking world and the study of significant films are part of the curriculum. All students take the Advanced Placement Exam at the conclusion of the course. Grades 12 - 1 credit [top] Italian Level I Students begin to develop proficiency in listening and speaking the Italian language. They learn proper pronunciation and engage in simple conversations. There is extensive emphasis on vocabulary acquisition. Simple grammatical structures are learned and gradually, with the use of authentic materials, the students develop basic reading and writing skills. They begin to explore Italy's culture and its contributions to our civilization. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] Italian Level II The students continue to develop their proficiency in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. They expand their vocabulary, improve their pronunciation, and learn more complex grammatical structures in order to communicate in a variety of real-life situations. The students further develop their knowledge of Italian culture and civilization. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] Italian Level III The students continue to develop the four basic language proficiencies in a communicative setting. Emphasis continues to be on the acquisition of an extensive active vocabulary that will enable them to communicate in a wide variety of real-life situations. The objective of the course is to fulfill all the requirements for Checkpoint B as outlined in the New York State Syllabus for Foreign Language. Extensive preparation is made for the Comprehensive Regents Examination in Italian that is administered at the end of the course. Grades 10-12 - 1 credit [top] Italian IV This course of study will further develop the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, with special emphasis on the development of conversational competence. Through the use of short stories, poetry selections, television and films the students will broaden their knowledge and appreciation of Italian culture. They develop a more enhanced vocabulary through their study of literature and film. The students learn more advanced grammatical structures as they improve their speaking and writing skills. Students may take this course for college credit through Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit [top] Italian Level V This course of study is designed to further enhance the skills which the students have already acquired. In this course students read and analyze selections of literature, organized thematically. The literature is integrated with film studies, selections of Italian music and television broadcasts in order to broaden the students' knowledge and love for Italian culture. They develop vocabulary and expressions based on the topics and practice them in class discussions. Use of the computer lab, both for research and projects, is an essential part of this course. Students review previously learned grammatical structures. In addition, new grammatical topics are presented and practiced. Students may take this course for college credit from Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit [top] Latin Level I The students begin their study of the fundamental structures of classical Latin through extensive readings in the language. Emphasis is on the acquisition of a large active and passive vocabulary. Through intensive study of word derivation and word building, the students expand their English vocabulary and their understanding of the English language. They begin to explore the historical and cultural contributions of the Greco-Roman civilization to our Western civilization. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] Latin Level II The students broaden their knowledge of the structure of Classical Latin through reading original and adapted passages from selected Roman authors. The students increase their proficiency in English through word study, word derivation, vocabulary expansion, and the study of Latin phrases and abbreviations in English. They deepen and expand their knowledge of Greco-Roman culture and its effect on and presence in Western culture. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] Latin Level III The students continue to broaden and deepen their understanding and appreciation for the Greco-Roman language and culture. They read selections from Roman authors. Emphasis is given to the expansion of the student's proficiency in English through extensive derivation from Latin vocabulary. The objective of the course is to fulfill all the requirements for checkpoint B as outline in the New York State Syllabus for Foreign Language. Extensive preparation is made for the Comprehensive Regents Examination in Latin that is administered at the end of the course. Grades 10-12 - 1 credit [top] Latin Level IV The students read excerpts from famous Latin authors. They learn basic concepts of the Roman art of rhetoric, the development of the Indo-European family of languages, and the development of English vocabulary from Latin and Greek roots. Emphasis is placed on the historic development of Rome and its influence in the modern world. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit [top] Advanced Placement Latin Vergil In this course, students will read and analyze more that 1,800 lines of poetry drawn from the writing of the Roman author, Vergil. Students will futher develop their critical thinking and analysis skills through the use of rhetorical and poetical devices and "Swimtag" techniques. Expansion of their Latin vocabulary is essential as well as their awareness of this historical and cultural time period, The Golden Age of Latin literature. In May, students will sit for the Advanced Placement Examination in Latin. There are opportunities for national and regional competitions. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the NYS Comprehensive Examination in Latin or its equivalent. [top] Spanish Level I Students begin to develop proficiency in listening and speaking the Spanish language. They learn proper pronunciation and engage in simple conversations. There is extensive emphasis on vocabulary acquisition. Simple grammatical structures are learned and gradually, with the use of authentic materials, the students develop basic reading and writing skills. They begin to explore the culture and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit [top] Spanish Level II The students continue to develop their proficiency in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. They expand their vocabulary, improve their pronunciation, and learn more complex grammatical structures in order to communicate in a variety of real-life situations. The students further develop their knowledge of the culture and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. Grades 9-12 - 1 credit Prerequisite: Spanish I [top] Spanish Level III The students continue to develop the four basic language proficiencies in a communicative setting. Emphasis continues to be on the acquisition of an extensive active vocabulary that will enable them to communicate in a wide variety of real-life situations. The objective of the course is to fulfill all the requirements for Checkpoint B as outlined in the New York State Syllabus for Foreign Language. Extensive preparation is made for the Comprehensive Regents Examination in Spanish that is administered at the end of the course. Grades 10-12 - 1 credit Prerequisite: Spanish II [top] Spanish for Language and Culture The students will continue to develop their skills in the four language skills, emphasizing oral communication, reading for language in context, writing on a variety of topics, and listening in authentic situations. The topics, functions, situations, and proficiencies are based on the New York State Syllabus. Grammar is presented and reviewed in context. The students expand their understanding and awareness of Spanish culture through a variety of authentic documents and realia. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III (Regents) [top] Spanish Literature The students read selections from various Spanish authors which provide a basis for extensive oral communication. They discuss a variety of contemporary topics gathered from authentic materials, including video tapes, magazines and newspapers. The students expand their active vocabulary and review grammatical structures. Students may take this course for college credit from Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 11-12 - 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Spanish III (Regents) Adelphi Spanish 232 [top] Advanced Spanish Conversation The students master topical vocabularies, grammar, idioms, and practical expressions on an advanced level. Newspapers, magazines, television and films are used to stimulate discussion. This course stresses aural comprehension and oral proficiency. Only Spanish is used in the classroom. Students may take this course for college credit from Adelphi University. Students are responsible for sending appropriate fees and application forms directly to Adelphi by the deadline set by the University. Three college credits may be earned. Grades 12
- 1 credit [top] Advanced Placement Spanish Language This course of study will prepare students to take the rigorous AP exam. The students read selections from famous Spanish authors. They discuss the social and historical settings of the selections, and examine and compare different styles of writing. The students research cultural and literary topics and make presentations of their reports. Emphasis is placed on intensive study of grammar and the acquisition of an expanded literary vocabulary. Audio-visual materials are used for cultural enrichment. Intensive preparation is made for the required Advanced Placement examination. Grades 12 - 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Spanish for Language and Culture or Spanish Literature. [top] |
