¡Bienvenidos a la clase de

español!

Sra. Bragg

¿Quién soy?

Spanish 1A and 1B* Spanish 1A *

Introduces students to the Spanish language and culture. Builds vocabulary and basic grammar skills in reading, writing and speaking.

Spanish 1B*

Continues 1A, building and reinforcing skills. Spanish 2

Builds on the foundation of Spanish I gaining more flexibility in their expression

Students are expected to practice speaking, reading, writing and listening

in Spanish daily.

Grading

Grading is dividing into three sections

Preparation and production (20%)

(homework, prepared, and using Spanish in class)

Formative (30%)*(on-going progress in learning: quizzes, in

class activities, homework, small projects) Summative (50%)*

(showing knowledge and comprehension: IPA exams and large projects)

*Can redo (once) after a relearn

Homework 2 kinds:Activities – usually started in class, but finished at home.

Practice: - go over what we did in class by:-teaching family members-computer activities-google voice-calling friends

Should last 10-15 minutes

Student Resources Student Notebook

student work, study guides, dictionary Website: LMSpanish.weebly.com

study guides, on-line activities. (Will migrate to Schoology) Text book: Realidades (1A, 1B, 2)

used in class (available on line or hardcopy) Work book (in class) Radio/TV/Internet/library

for listening activities Google Voice

for speaking activities Teacher, peers, parents (!) Scholastic ¿Qué tal?

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Scholastic Magazine

All level 1B and 2 students need to order a subscription to ‘¿Qué tal?’, a Scholastic Magazine in Spanish.

To order, go to ‘Pay Student Fees’ on the LMS web site.Click on ‘Activities and Clubs’Scroll down to ‘Scholastic Magazine Subscription.’

How can I help my student?Even if you don’t know Spanish!

Provide a clear time and place for homework Have the student teach you what they are

learning (teaching is the best form of learning!) – even if you can’t understand it all

Encourage interacting with the language:• Learn some phrases you can use with them• Label your house with Spanish!• Play Spanish games on the internet (Duolingo)• Change your computers browser to Spanish• Play video games in Spanish• Watch a movie/TV program you know in

Spanish• Listen to a sports game in Spanish.

Communication

To reach me: email (the best way to reach me)

• becky.bragg@bvsd.org

For grades: Infinite campus

• bvsd.org (get your password from the office)

For Homework (every night!) For daily work: your student’s planner For larger projects: my web site

(LMSpanish.weebly.com)

LMS

World Expo

A school wide exploration of Spanish and French speaking cultures.January 21, 2016

Would you like to help? Please sign our volunteer list or contact me at becky.bragg@bvsd.org.

  France & Spain!Summer 2016

 Join the 2 Traveling Pirates (Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz) for an informational meeting about

a summer trip to Ecuador through World Strides tours

Who’s invited? LMS students and familiesWhere: Sra. Bragg’s room 155When: Tuesday, September 15, 5:30-6:30 pmQuestions? Contact Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz at 2Travelingpirates@gmail.com or call 720-722-1182

AdiósIf you would like any information in this presentation,

email me and I will email you a copy.

Grading – Preparation and Production

Preparation and Production is based on:

bringing materials to class (notebook, homework)

completing out of class work (logs, homework) Participating in class (interacting in Spanish)

Grading - FormativeFormative grades show how students are forming their knowledge. This is

an ongoing process, therefore, students are encouraged to constantly improve their knowledge.

Re-do option of formative work

To show improvement of knowledge, students must show:

extra effort in studying by completing a formal corrections process

re-do work within four days of receiving a graded work

Grading – Summative based on past class work (quizzes, homework,

projects) give the student and opportunity to show their

ability to combine all their current knowledge writing, reading, listening, and speaking of Spanish.

Integrated Performance Assessments (IPA) – authentic interaction in an informal setting at the end of each unit.

Projects – formal presentation of a specific subject.

How can my student get help?

Encourage your student to develop a study schedule and to self-advocate if they need help

Use their notes, book, internet, LMSpanish.weebly.com

Study with people (teaching each other helps learning)

Consult with me for ideas on how to study.

• I am available before or after class/school