Spanish II

(1 credit) Students are taken beyond the introduction to the Spanish language and culture found in Spanish I and their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary extended. It begins with a quick review of basic vocabulary and grammar. Subsequent lessons are organized thematically to build vocabulary common to events and activities encountered in daily life. Students will learn the preterite and imperfect tenses and when to use each, as well as the future and progressive tenses. Also studied are the proper use of object pronouns, appropriate word endings to indicate gender and size, and a variety of conventions found in Spanish. A cultural component is tied into each lesson's theme. Frequent opportunities to complete practice exercises offer formative assessments of students' grasp of the material. Audio clips of speakers from various Spanish-speaking regions allow students to hear and model pronunciation of new vocabulary and conversations. Interactive quizzes and activities, along with engaging labs, support and extend the student's mastery of Spanish. (27 lessons and submissions, 4 exams, 3 labs)