This course introduces listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the second language. The history and culture of the peoples who speak the language are also presented. Emphasis is on the production of language by the student and the development of listening comprehension skills.
Active participation is encouraged.
This course builds upon and refines the speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in the second language, as well as continuing to expose the student to the history and culture of the peoples who speak the language. More extensive vocabulary development and grammar review are implemented using a variety of strategies and skills. Students will learn to interact with others in a greater variety of active participation situations in the second language. A greater level of sophistication and complexity in the language is the goal of the course, with students initiating and producing more in the language. Grammar review and vocabulary enrichment is enhanced by the study of literature.