Monticello Community School District K 12th Grade Spanish Standards and Benchmarks Developed by the Monticello Community High School Spanish Department
Primary contributors to the 9 12 Spanish Standards & Benchmarks Spanish 9-12 Spanish 9-12 Mike Meshak Liz Medina
Grade Level 9-12 Monticello High School Subject Area: Spanish I Standard 1.1 Interpersonal Communication: The student will use the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information. (HOTS, LS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.1A Express greetings 1.1B Exchange information about self, others and immediate surroundings. (i.e. name, age classroom objects, country and nationality, family, etc.) 1.1C Carry on a short conversation about personal interests 1.1D Express personal needs 1.1E State personal preferences and feelings 1.1F Ask for repetition and repeat to ensure understanding Standard 1.2 Interpretive Communication: The student will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.2A Communicate in the basic present tense and near future tense. 1.2B understand spoken language on familiar topics that has strong visual support 1.2C comprehend simple daily conversations on familiar topics and selected, age-appropriate authentic recordings, broadcasts, and videos
1.2D understand written materials on familiar topics that have strong visual support 1.2E use previous classroom experience with the language to understand its spoken and written forms Standard 1.3 Presentational Communication: The student will present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners 1.3A Be exposed to and gain a basic pronunciation of the language. 1.3B Read and respond to level appropriate materials. 1.3C Dramatize songs, short poems, or dialogs 1.3D Write and present a short narrative about their personal lives 1.3E Give simple commands to a classmate 1.3F Write brief messages to friends (post card, letter or email) or readers on a variety of topics. (HOTS, TI, MC/GF, GE) Standard 2.1 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE) 2.1A Develop the ability to function in a culturally appropriate manner (ex. Formal vs. informal, greetings, gestures, etc.) 2.1B observe and imitate appropriate patterns of behavior (such as greetings or gestures) used with friends and family in the cultures studied 2.1C participate in and learn about age-appropriate cultural activities (such as games, songs, and holiday celebrations) 2.1D identify some common beliefs and attitudes within the cultures studied such as social etiquette or the role of the family 2.1E identify reasons for different patterns of interaction
Standard 2.2 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. (CS, LS, TI, GE, MC/GF) 2.2A Identify, experience, produce or read about various components of the target culture. (Ex. Dance, drama, music, food, art, etc.) 2.2B identify objects and symbols, such as flags or currency, that are used day-to-day and represent other cultures 2.2C identify some major contributions and historical figures from the cultures studied that are significant in the target culture 2.2D identify some historical and contemporary influences from other cultures that are significant in their own culture such as explorers and settlers, music, and sports 2.2E identify countries, regions, and geographic features where the target language is spoken Standard 3.1 Connections Knowledge: The student will reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the target language. (LS, CS, HOTS, CE) 3.1A demonstrate an understanding about concepts learned in other subject areas in the target language. (Ex. Weather, time, geography, history, music, math, science, English/grammar-structure, and art. Standard 3.2 Connections Point of View: The student will acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the target language and its cultures. (LS, MC/GF, TI, GE, CE) Students will be able to
3.2A read, listen to and use a variety of target language sources of information through books, technology, print media, and outside speakers to acquire knowledge and perspectives of the target culture to connect it to their own. Standard 4.1 Comparisons Comparing Languages: The student will demonstrate understanding of the nature of the language through comparisons of the target language and their own. (LS, CS, HOTS) Students will be able to 4.1A learn about the grammatical and linguistic aspects of their first language through the target language. (ex. Cognates, idioms, sentence structure, formal vs. informal language, phonetic systems, etc. Standard 4.2 Comparisons Comparing Cultures: The student will demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the target culture studied and their own. (CS, TI, MC/GF, GE, CE) 4.2A learn to appreciate the similarities and differences in culture, politics, religion and social structure and interaction between the target culture and their own. Standard 5.2 Communities Personal Enrichment: The student will show evidence of becoming a life-long learner by using the target language for personal enjoyment and self enrichment. (HOTS, CE, GE, CS) 5.1A Recognize how learning another language will benefit and enhance their future through career exploration, travel and personal interactions. 5.1B Enrich their personal lives and the lives of their communities by using the target language skills.
Infused areas: CE- Career Education, MC/GF- Multicultural & gender fair TI- Technology Integration GE- Global Education Higher Order Thinking Skills- HOTS LS- Learning Skills CS- Communication Skills Grade Level 9-12 Monticello High School Subject Area: Spanish II Standard 1.1 Interpersonal Communication: The student will use the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information. (HOTS, LS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.1A Sustain a conversation including descriptions on selected topics about themselves and their state or country 1.1B Ask and answer questions, giving reasons for their answers 1.1C State personal preferences and feelings with some explanation 1.1D Ask for simplification and suggest alternative words to ensure understanding Standard 1.2 Interpretive Communication: The student will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.2A understand written materials on familiar topics that have strong visual support 1.2B use previous classroom experience with the language to understand its spoken and written forms 1.2C will understand spoken language that incorporates familiar vocabulary and structures 1.2D will comprehend the main idea and some supporting ideas of selected authentic materials including recordings, broadcasts, and videos 1.2E understand selected written materials on topics of personal interest 1.2F begin to derive meaning through use of prediction, prefixes, suffixes, root words, words similar to English,
contextual clues, and word order Standard 1. 3 Presentational Communication: The student will present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. (HOTS, TI, MC/GF, GE) 1.3A Write and deliver a short presentation 1.3B Give simple directions to a classmate in order to complete a task 1.3C Write short compositions and letters Standard 2.1 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE) 2.1A interact with respect using culturally appropriate patterns of behavior in everyday informal and social situations 2.1B experience cultural and social activities common to students of similar age in the target cultures (such as holiday celebrations, school life, and pastimes) 2.1C identify some common beliefs and attitudes within the cultures studied and compare them to their own beliefs and attitudes Standard 2.2 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. (CS, LS, TI, GE, MC/GF)
2.2A identify objects and symbols, such as flags or currency, that are used day-to-day and represent other cultures 2.2B identify some major contributions and historical figures from the cultures studied that are significant in the target culture 2.2C identify some historical and contemporary influences from other cultures that are significant in their own culture such as explorers and settlers, music, and sports Standard 3.1 Connections Knowledge: The student will reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the target language. (LS, CS, HOTS, CE) 3.1A demonstrate an understanding about concepts learned in other subject areas in the target language. (Ex. Weather, time, geography, history, music, math, science, English/grammar-structure, and art. Standard 3.2 Connections Point of View: The student will acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the target language and its cultures. (LS, MC/GF, TI, GE, CE) Students will be able to 3.2A read, listen to and use a variety of target language sources of information through books, technology, print media, and outside speakers to acquire knowledge and perspectives of the target culture to connect it to their own. Standard 4.1 Comparisons Comparing Languages: The student will demonstrate understanding of the nature of the language through comparisons of the target language and their own. (LS, CS, HOTS) Students will be able to 4.1A learn about the grammatical and linguistic aspects of their first language through the target language. (ex. Cognates, idioms, sentence structure, formal vs. informal language, phonetic systems, etc. 4.1B identify cognates (words similar to English), word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and sentence structure to derive meaning
4.1C identify expressions that cannot be translated word for word in order to derive meaning 4.1D identify words and expressions that have no equivalent in another language Standard 4.2 Comparisons Comparing Cultures: The student will demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the target culture studied and their own. (CS, TI, MC/GF, GE, CE) 4.2A learn to appreciate the similarities and differences in culture, politics, religion and social structure and interaction between the target culture and their own. 4.2B identify cultural characteristics of language such as formalities, levels of politeness, informal and formal language 4.2C compare the sound-symbol association of English to that of the language studied Standard 5.1 Communities Use of Language: The student will use the language both within and beyond the school setting. (HOTS, CS, CE, LS) 5.1 interact with members of the target culture through letters, person-to-person conversations, and guest speakers. Standard 5.2 Communities Personal Enrichment: The student will show evidence of becoming a life-long learner by using the target language for personal enjoyment and self enrichment. (HOTS, CE, GE, CS) 5.1A Recognize how learning another language will benefit and enhance their future through career exploration, travel and personal interactions.
5.1B Enrich their personal lives and the lives of their communities by using the target language skills. Infused areas: CE- Career Education MC/GF- Multicultural & gender fair TI- Technology Integration GE- Global Education Higher Order Thinking Skills- HOTS LS- Learning Skills CS- Communication Skills Grade Level 9-12 Monticello High School Subject Area: Spanish III Standard 1.1 Interpersonal Communication: The student will use the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information. (HOTS, LS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.1A Suggest opinions and negotiate to solve a problem 1.1B Give possible solutions to a problem related to a personal need Standard 1.2 Interpretive Communication: The student will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.2A understand spoken language that incorporates more advanced vocabulary and structures 1.2B comprehend the main ideas and supporting ideas of oral presentations and selected authentic materials including videos, and radio and television broadcasts 1.2C understand more complex written materials on a variety of topics and formats 1.2D comprehend the main idea and key supporting ideas, and begin to make inferences in selected authentic written materials 1.2E use the dictionary to look up words that cannot be deciphered via previously learned strategies
Standard 1. 3 Presentational Communication: The student will present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. (HOTS, TI, MC/GF, GE) 1.3A Present authentic short plays and skits 1.3B Tell a story incorporating some description and detail 1.3C Write longer compositions and letters 1.33D Give a series of detailed instructions to someone Standard 2.1 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE) 2.1A interact with respect using culturally appropriate patterns of behavior in everyday informal and social situations 2.1B experience cultural and social activities common to students of similar age in the target cultures (such as holiday celebrations, school life, and pastimes) 2.1C will identify some common beliefs and attitudes within the cultures studied and compare them to their own beliefs and attitudes Standard 2.2 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. (CS, LS, TI, GE, MC/GF) 2.2A compare objects and symbols, such as flags or currency, from other cultures to those found in their own culture 2.2B identify major contributions and historical figures from the culture studied that are significant in the target cultures
2.2C identify some historical and contemporary influences from other cultures that impact today's society such as the democratic form of government and environmental concerns Standard 3.1 Connections Knowledge: The student will reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the target language. (LS, CS, HOTS, CE) 3.1A demonstrate an understanding about concepts learned in other subject areas in the target language. (Ex. Weather, time, geography, history, music, math, science, English/grammar-structure, and art. 3.1B use topics and skills from other school subjects to discuss and/or write in the language studied 3.1C read material, listen to and/or watch programs in the language studies on topics from other classes 3.1D access resources in the language studied on topics being discussed or researched in other classes Standard 3.2 Connections Point of View: The student will acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the target language and its cultures. (LS, MC/GF, TI, GE, CE) Students will be able to 3.2A read, listen to and use a variety of target language sources of information through books, technology, print media, and outside speakers to acquire knowledge and perspectives of the target culture to connect it to their own. 3.2B read, view, listen to, and talk about subjects contained in popular media from other countries in order to gain a perspective on other cultures 3.2C access information in the language studied in order to gain greater insight about other cultures and/or their own Standard 4.1 Comparisons Comparing Languages: The student will demonstrate understanding of the nature of the language through comparisons of the target language and their own. (LS, CS, HOTS) Students will be able to
4.1A learn about the grammatical and linguistic aspects of their first language through the target language. (ex. Cognates, idioms, sentence structure, formal vs. informal language, phonetic systems, etc. 4.1B identify cognates (words similar to English), word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and sentence structure to derive meaning 4.1C identify expressions that cannot be translated word for word in order to derive meaning 4.1D identify words and expressions that have no equivalent in another language Standard 4.2 Comparisons Comparing Cultures: The student will demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the target culture studied and their own. (CS, TI, MC/GF, GE, CE) 4.2A learn to appreciate the similarities and differences in culture, politics, religion and social structure and interaction between the target culture and their own. 4.2B identify cultural characteristics of language such as formalities, levels of politeness, informal and formal language 4.2C compare the sound-symbol association of English to that of the language studied Standard 5.1 Communities Use of Language: The student will use the language both within and beyond the school setting. (HOTS, CS, CE, LS) 5.1A interact with members of the target culture through letters, person-to-person conversations, and guest speakers. 5.1B provide service to their school and community through such activities as tutoring, teaching, translating, interpreting, and assisting speakers of other languages 5.1C participate in activities where the ability to communicate in a second language may be beneficial, including business internships, exchange programs, and sister city projects 5.1D will exchange information with people locally and around the world through avenues such as pen pals, e-mail, videos, speeches, and publications
Standard 5.2 Communities Personal Enrichment: The student will show evidence of becoming a life-long learner by using the target language for personal enjoyment and self enrichment. (HOTS, CE, GE, CS) 5.2A Recognize how learning another language will benefit and enhance their future through career exploration, travel and personal interactions. 5.2B Enrich their personal lives and the lives of their communities by using the target language skills. 5.2C use various media in the language studied for study, work, or pleasure 5.2D investigate careers where skills in another language and/or cross-cultural understanding are needed 5.2E deepen their understanding of other cultures through various avenues; such as cuisine, sports, theatre, dance, and art 5.2F look for opportunities to learn more about languages and cultures Infused areas: CE- Career Education MC/GF- Multicultural & gender fair TI- Technology Integration GE- Global Education Higher Order Thinking Skills- HOTS LS- Learning Skills CS- Communication Skills Code- HOTS Code- LS Code - CE Code- TI Code- MC/GF Code- GE Code- CS
Grade Level 9-12 Monticello High School Subject Area: Spanish IV Standard 1.1 Interpersonal Communication: The student will use the target language to engage in conversations, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions and information. (HOTS, LS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.1A Discuss or debate a wide variety of topics form the local to the international level, hypothesizing, convincing, persuading, and negotiating to reach a conclusion. 1.1B Ask and answer a variety of questions that require elaboration and substantiation of opinions 1.1C Defend personal preferences, feelings, and opinions with substantive arguments Standard 1.2 Interpretive Communication: The student will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE, CS) 1.2A Communicate in future and conditional tenses, and both present and past perfect tense. 1.2B use the dictionary to look up words that cannot be deciphered via previously learned strategies 1.2C comprehend the main idea and supporting ideas of oral presentations and authentic spoken materials 1.2D understand written materials on a wide variety of topics and in a wide variety of formats 1.2E comprehend the main idea and supporting ideas, and make inferences in a wide variety of authentic written materials 1.2F analyze the author's use of language to understand a written text. Communicate in the basic present tense and near future tense. Standard 1. 3 Presentational Communication: The student will present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. (HOTS, TI, MC/GF, GE)
1.3A Present student-created works and authentic literature 1.3B Write and present a speech on a substantive topic 1.3C Create a short story with substantive description and detail 1.3 D Write formal compositions and letters for a variety of purposes Standard 2.1 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. (HOTS, MC/GF, GE) 2.1A interact in a variety of cultural contexts (formal/informal, social/work) with sensitivity and respect 2.1B examine the role and importance of various social activities within the cultures studied (such as religious celebrations, historical events, rites of passage) 2.1C explain how beliefs, perspectives, and attitudes affect the target countries' position on global issues 2.1D discuss historical and philosophical backgrounds that have influenced a culture's patterns of interaction Standard 2.2 Culture - Practice and Perspectives: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. (CS, LS, TI, GE, MC/GF) 2.2A research the historic background of objects and symbols and how they came to represent certain cultures 2.2B examine the role and significance of the contributions of other cultures in today's world 2.2C will discuss how historical and contemporary influences from other cultures shape people's views of the world and their own attitudes toward issues facing the world 2.2D will explain the impact of the target country's geography on the people's beliefs, perspectives, and attitudes
2.2E evaluate the target country's geography with respect to the impact on politics, economics, and history Standard 3.1 Connections Knowledge: The student will reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the target language. (LS, CS, HOTS, CE) 3.1A demonstrate an understanding about concepts learned in other subject areas in the target language. (Ex. Weather, time, geography, history, music, math, science, English/grammar-structure, and art. 3.1B use topics and skills from other school subjects to discuss and/or write in the language studied 3.1C read material, listen to and/or watch programs in the language studies on topics from other classes 3.1D access resources in the language studied on topics being discussed or researched in other classes Standard 3.2 Connections Point of View: The student will acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the target language and its cultures. (LS, MC/GF, TI, GE, CE) Students will be able to 3.2A read, listen to and use a variety of target language sources of information through books, technology, print media, and outside speakers to acquire knowledge and perspectives of the target culture to connect it to their own. 3.2B read, view, listen to, and talk about subjects contained in popular media from other countries in order to gain a perspective on other cultures 3.2C access information in the language studied in order to gain greater insight about other cultures and/or their own Standard 4.1 Comparisons Comparing Languages: The student will demonstrate understanding of the nature of the language through comparisons of the target language and their own. (LS, CS, HOTS) Students will be able to
4.1A learn about the grammatical and linguistic aspects of their first language through the target language. (ex. Cognates, idioms, sentence structure, formal vs. informal language, phonetic systems, etc. 4.1B identify cognates (words similar to English), word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and sentence structure to derive meaning 4.1C identify expressions that cannot be translated word for word in order to derive meaning 4.1D identify words and expressions that have no equivalent in another language Standard 4.2 Comparisons Comparing Cultures: The student will demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the target culture studied and their own. (CS, TI, MC/GF, GE, CE) 4.2A learn to appreciate the similarities and differences in culture, politics, religion and social structure and interaction between the target culture and their own. 4.2B identify cultural characteristics of language such as formalities, levels of politeness, informal and formal language 4.2C compare the sound-symbol association of English to that of the language studied Standard 5.1 Communities Use of Language: The student will use the language both within and beyond the school setting. (HOTS, CS, CE, LS) 5.1A interact with members of the target culture through letters, person-to-person conversations, and guest speakers. 5.1B provide service to their school and community through such activities as tutoring, teaching, translating, interpreting, and assisting speakers of other languages 5.1C participate in activities where the ability to communicate in a second language may be beneficial, including business internships, exchange programs, and sister city projects 5.1D will exchange information with people locally and around the world through avenues such as pen pals, e-mail, videos, speeches, and publications
Standard 5.2 Communities Personal Enrichment: The student will show evidence of becoming a life-long learner by using the target language for personal enjoyment and self enrichment. (HOTS, CE, GE, CS) 5.1A Recognize how learning another language will benefit and enhance their future through career exploration, travel and personal interactions. 5.1B Enrich their personal lives and the lives of their communities by using the target language skills. 5.1C use various media in the language studied for study, work, or pleasure 5.1D investigate careers where skills in another language and/or cross-cultural understanding are needed 5.1E deepen their understanding of other cultures through various avenues; such as cuisine, sports, theatre, dance, and art 5.1F look for opportunities to learn more about languages and cultures Infused areas: CE- Career Education MC/GF- Multicultural & gender fair TI- Technology Integration GE- Global Education Higher Order Thinking Skills- HOTS LS- Learning Skills CS- Communication Skills Code- HOTS Code- LS Code - CE Code- TI Code- MC/GF Code- GE Code- CS