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400 - FRENCH I
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: English and/or prior World Language with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation
Prerequisites: English and/or prior World Language with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation
One Credit. One Year.
French is the 5th most widely spoken language in the world and it is also the official language of 32 States and governments with over 321 million speakers worldwide (French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs). A basic understanding of the French language would be beneficial for anyone planning on entering the fields of business, medicine, marketing, or political science. The French I student learns basic vocabulary and communication skills. Comprehension, speaking, reading and writing are taught through the use of various media and classroom activities. French culture is presented through various media. Students become aware of the French and Francophone influence on western civilization and around the world. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
Fee: None
401 FRENCH II
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: French I with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation
One Credit. One Year.
A second year of French is required to attain proficiency in expression and comprehension. French II consists of a more intensive study of spoken and written French. Supplementary materials present useful situations in which the student can communicate and increase vocabulary and comprehension. Reading and composition are further developed, with a more extensive study of verb tenses and grammar. Contemporary French and Francophone society is discovered through various media. The use of French in the classroom is stressed. Entire lessons in the target language may be taught and students will be encouraged to use as little English as possible. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
402 FRENCH III
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: French II with a "C" average or better or teacher recommendation
One Credit. One Year.
French III helps develop comprehension and fluency in written and spoken form, expands vocabulary, and improves grammar. Through various media, the student explores modern Francophone society. An introduction to Francophone Literature provides a rich source of vocabulary, a review of grammatical concepts, and insight into the culture of the civilization of the Francophone world. The use of French in the classroom is stressed. The majority of the class will be conducted in the target language. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
403 AP FRENCH
Grades 11, 12
Prerequisites: French III with a "B" average or better or teacher recommendation.
One Credit. One Year.
AP French focuses on interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication. The six themes of the AP French Exam and course are: Families and Communities; Personal and Public Identities; Beauty and Aesthetics; Science and Technology; Contemporary Life; Global Challenges. Students will perfect their grammar, read, analyze, and discuss French poems, essays, plays, novels, short stories, films and journalism throughout Francophone
history to the present. Lectures and discussions are on topics like history and literary background, with an emphasis on interpretation, critical analysis and appreciation of French and Francophone culture and literature. This course includes preparation for KAP French and is conducted exclusively in French. Students will be expected to use little or no English. The AP exam is a requirement of the course. The AP exam is a requirement of the course.
AP Test Fee - approximately $96.00. (Required)
404 KAP FRENCH
Grades 12 only
Prerequisites: Recommendation of teacher and acceptance by Kenyon. Completion of AP French with a “B” average or better is required.
One Credit. One Year.
Prerequisites: Recommendation of teacher and acceptance by Kenyon. Completion of AP French with a “B” average or better is required.
One Credit. One Year.
Kenyon Credit. French 323/324 (8 college semester hours)
The KAP program is the equivalent of eight college semester hours of French at Kenyon College. The course consists of two semesters: French literature from the Medieval period to the 18th century and French literature from the 19th to the 21st century. Students will perfect their grammar, read, analyze and discuss French poems, essays, plays, novels, short stories, films and journalism. Lectures and discussions are on topics like history and literary background, with an emphasis on interpretation, critical thinking, and an appreciation of French and Francophone culture and literature.
405 SPANISH I
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: English and/or prior World Language with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
One Credit. One Semester.
Spanish is the most frequently spoken language in the Western Hemisphere, the second language of the United States, and the third most commonly spoken language in the world. The study of Spanish also simplifies the learning of other world languages and increases English vocabulary proficiency. Spanish I provides an introduction to the basic skills of Spanish grammar and vocabulary, conversation, reading, and writing. Students will develop a general understanding and appreciation of the civilization and culture of the Spanish speaking world. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
406 SPANISH II
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Spanish I with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
One Credit. One Year.
Spanish II is a course that furthers the development of the listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Use of language structure is developed through written exercises, brief compositions, and short narratives. Further development of the appreciation of Spanish and Latin American culture is achieved through videos, class discussions, and cultural reading materials. The use of Spanish in the classroom is stressed. Entire lessons in the target language may be taught and students will be encouraged to use as little English as possible. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
407 SPANISH III
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Spanish II with a “C” or better or teacher recommendation.
One Credit. One Year.
Spanish III is designed to refine and further develop the basic skills stressed in levels I and II. Emphasis is placed on finer points of the language structure. Speaking is expanded to numerous planned and spontaneous conversations and narratives. An introduction to Hispanic Literature provides a rich source of vocabulary, a review of grammatical concepts, and insight into the culture of the civilization of Spain and Latin America. Appreciation of Hispanic culture is further expanded through videos, and projects. The use of Spanish in the classroom is stressed. The majority of the class will be conducted in the target language. Students will be expected to do daily homework with daily study of vocabulary and grammatical structures.
408 AP SPANISH
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Spanish III with a “B” or better or teacher recommendation.
One Credit. One Year.
AP Spanish emphasizes the continued study of the finer points of grammar and continued development of all communicative skills. Students use the language to further their knowledge of other disciplines. The six themes of the AP Spanish Exam and course are:Families and Communities; Personal and Public Identities; Beauty and Aesthetics; Science and Technology; Contemporary Life; Global Challenges. Students will also study the culture in order to understand the relationship between the practices, products, and perspectives of the culture. This course includes preparation for KAP Spanish and is conducted exclusively in Spanish. Students will be expected to use little or no English. The AP exam is a requirement of the course. The AP exam is a requirement of the course.
409 KAP SPANISH
Grades 11, 12
Prerequisites: Recommendation of the teacher and acceptance by Kenyon. Completion of AP Spanish with a “B” average or better is required.
One Credit. One Year.
Prerequisites: Recommendation of the teacher and acceptance by Kenyon. Completion of AP Spanish with a “B” average or better is required.
One Credit. One Year.
Kenyon College. Span 321 (4 college semester hours)
This course is designed to give advanced students the opportunity to refine and increase their proficiency, both oral and written, in Spanish. There will be cultural and literary readings (including current events), and movies which require written responses. A grammar review, focused on typical areas of difficulty, will be included. Students will be involved in critical interpretation (both written and spoken) and analysis of a variety of cultural and literature pieces as well as writing.