sra. bragg. spanish 1a * introduces students to the spanish language and culture. builds vocabulary...
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Sra. Bragg
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.
Student Notebookstudent work, study guides, dictionary
Website: LMSpanish.weebly.comstudy guides, on-line activities.
Text book: Realidades (1A, 1B, 2) used in class (available on line or hardcopy)
Radio/TV/Internet/libraryfor listening activities
Google Voicefor speaking activities
Teacher, peers, parents (!)
Grading is dividing into three sections
Preparation and production (25%) (being prepared and practiced)
Formative (25%) (on-going progress in learning: quizzes, in class logs,
homework, small projects)Summative (50%)
(showing knowledge and comprehension: IPA exams and large projects)
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)
Formative 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 workTo 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
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.
Provides on-going practice in SpanishGenerally 5-15 minutes/night
(Larger projects may take more time, spread out over 2-3 weeks.)
Given almost every nightIncludes regular practice:Listening logsSpeaking logesYo puedoDictionary page
Encourage your student to develop a study schedule and to self-advocate if they need helpUse their notes, book, internet,
LMSpanish.weebly.comStudy with people (teaching each other helps
learning)Consult with me for ideas on how to study.
• I am available before or after class/school
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• 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.
To reach me:email (the best way to reach me)
For grades:Infinite campus
• bvsd.org (get your password from the office)
For Homework (every night!)For daily work: your student’s plannerFor larger projects: my web site
(LMSpanish.weebly.com)
World Expo
A school wide exploration of Spanish and French speaking cultures.January 28, 2015
Would you like to help? Please sign our volunteer list or contact me at [email protected].
Join the 2 Traveling Pirates (Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz) for an informational meeting about
a summer trip to Ecuador through EF tours*
Who’s invited? LMS 7th & 8th grade students and familiesWhere: LMS LibraryWhen: Wednesday, September 10, 7-7:30 pmQuestions? Contact Sra. Bragg & Prof Mitz at [email protected] or call 720-722-1182 *Tour number: 1626016TX
