Spanish II

Foreign Language

Course Description

This course aims to improve the student’s ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish. Also, the course strives to review grammar previously studied, to master new concepts in Spanish, and enhance the student’s knowledge of the cultural diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. There will be considerable emphasis on the improvement of oral skills, and students will be encouraged to speak in Spanish on a variety of topics. Course materials are designed to stimulate conversation, striving to imitate the native speaker’s pronunciation accent and rhythm. 85-90% of the class will occur in Spanish.

Prerequisites

Spanish I or successful achievement on the Spanish Qualifying Exam

Grade Level Offerings

9,10,11,12

Course Length

1 Year

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