Foreign Languages: Rosetta Stone & Global Voice Club
Rainshadow Community Charter High School
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Course Description:
This course is designed to give students an
introduction to learning a foreignlanguage
at
Rainshadow Community Charter High School
. Students can choose to learn
Spanish(level 1 or 2), Italian, French, Portuguese, Japanese, or Russian
by utilizing the powerful
RosettaStone
software. By learning a
foreign language
, students will
gain an appreciation and understandingof the diverse cultures that exist in our world
. Students will also have the chance to work with
localnonprofit group Global Voice
to fundraise for and possibly go on a
two-week field trip to a foreigncountry.
Course Aims and Objectives for this Semester:
Upon completion of this semester course of study, students
will be able to…
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engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, andexchange opinions in a foreign language.
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understand and interpret spoken language on a variety of topics.
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understand the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own.
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use the language both within and beyond the school setting.
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show interest in continuing the study of the foreign language for personal enjoyment andenrichment.
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develop an interest in continuing the study of the foreign language for personal enjoyment andenrichment.
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understand how diverse cultures and languages enhance our quality of life.
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utilize computer programs, books, and native speakers to learn foreign language(s).
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begin to plan and fundraise for a winter or spring field trip to Mexico.
Requirements:
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Participation in classroom activities every day.
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Completed portfolio of projects and assignments (see requirements below).
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Completion of major student-driven projects and presentations.
Week / Dates Monday - Thursday
1) Aug 31 - Sept 3
Welcome back to school! New rules and expectations. Intro to language project.
2) Sept 7-10
Basic translating skills for foreign languages.
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