AFNORTH INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Standard: FL1a: The student understands and interprets spoken expression in the target language on a variety of topics. The student:

Components: FL1a.1: builds and expands a basic vocabulary in the target language;

FL1a.2: understands the sound systems of the target language, discriminates individual sounds and intonation of the target language;

FL1a.3: understands basic idiomatic expressions and cognates;

FL1a.4: responds appropriately to spoken commands; and

FL1a.5: comprehends the main ideas in simple spoken presentations.

Standard: FL1b: The student engages in conversations; provides and obtains information, expresses feelings and emotions, and exchanges opinions in the target language. The student:

Components: FL1b.1: engages in basic classroom interactions;

FL1b.2: uses basic idiomatic expressions and expressions of courtesy; and

FL1b.3: uses the target language in everyday situations.

FL2 Reading and Reading is a process of understanding the written target language. It

Writing requires students to recognize the printed word, interpret the text, and demonstrates comprehension of the text in the target language. Writing is a process through which the writer shapes the target language to communicate effectively.

Standard: FL2a: The student reads material in the target language. The student:

Component: FL2a.1: reads and comprehends simple written directions;

FL2a.2: reads a passage;

FL2a.3: recognizes cognates and words in context; and

FL2a.4: reads aloud using correct pronunciation, inflection, and intonation.

Standard: FL2b: The student comprehends and interprets the main idea of a variety of written materials I the target language. The student:

Components: FL2b.1: expands reading vocabulary; and

FL2b.2: predicts meaning of key words in a simple selection;

Standard: FL2c: The student writes words and simple expressions in the target language. The student:

Components: FL2c.1: writes forms of familiar spoken language.

FL2c.2: presents a simple written report on familiar topics;

FL2c.3: writes descriptions of familiar topics; and

FL2c.4: uses impersonal expressions.

Standard: FL2d: The student demonstrates written communication in the target language for a variety of needs. The student:

Components: FL2d.1: writes questions to obtain information;

FL2d.2: writes appropriate answers to questions or familiar topics; and

FL2d.3: creates a writing sample with point of view and purpose.

Standard: FL2e: The student demonstrates communicative and interpretative skills in both reading and writing in the target language. The student:

Component: FL2e.1: reads and comprehends material, and produces written work that reflects understanding of text.

FL3 Cultures The understanding of another culture includes the relationships among the perspectives (attitudes, values), the practices (patterns of social interactions), and the products (foods, book, games, etc,) of a society.

Standard: FL3a: The student demonstrates an understanding of the different aspects of the culture studied. The student:

Components: FL3a.1: recognizes attitudes, values and beliefs;

FL3a.2: explores formal social, political and economic institutions;

FL3a.3: examines celebrations, holidays, traditions, folk stories, legends;

FL3a.4: discovers foods; and

FL3a.5: explores fine arts, literature and entertainment.

Standard: FL3b: The student reinforces and expands their knowledge of other disciplines through the culture studied, and vice versa. The student:

Components: FL3b.1: connects information studied in other subjects to their learning of the culture studied and vice versa; and

FL3b.2: applies the concepts acquired in the culture studied in other curricular areas.

Standard: FL3c: The student expands his/her views of the world through the exploration of the culture studied by making parallels between the culture studied and his/her own. The student:

Components: FL3c.1: discovers and compares similarities and differences between the two cultures;

FL3c.2: develops an awareness and understanding of alternative views.

FL3c.3: analyzes and evaluates similarities and differences between the two cultures; and

FL3c.4: develops the ability to hypothesize about cultural systems in general.

Standard: FL3d: The student demonstrates cultural understandings by interacting in real-life situations, applying appropriate social protocols and language. The student:

Components: FL3d.1: communicates on a personal level with target language speakers;

FL3d.2: participates in community celebrations in the target culture; and

FL3d.3: involves him/herself in local community events and activities or simulated real-life situations.

Continuous School Progress

AFNORTH International Middle/High School’s CSP (Continuous School Progress) goal is, “All students will improve their written communication skills across the curriculum.” The 6 Traits + 1 is the model selected to improve school-wide writing in all subject areas. The 6 Traits + 1 writing framework is a powerful way to learn and use a common language to refer to characteristics of writing as well as establish a common vision of what “strong” writing looks like. Teachers and students will use the 6 Traits + 1 model to identify areas of strength and weakness as they continue to strive towards continued writing improvement. Success of all students requires that the 6 Traits + 1 become a consistent and integral component of each course taught at AFNORTH International Middle/High School.

6 + 1 in the Curriculum

In class we will be using the 6 + 1 Trait model both to write in German and English. Students will be writing frequently on a variety of topics, and the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing model will be used throughout the year.

COURSE GRADING AND ASSESSMENT

Grades will be based on the point system. Points will be given for each assignment, homework, in-class work, quizzes, tests, oral participation, dialogues cultural assignments and projects. These points are added up daily and according to the number of possible points the grade will be determined.

Approximately 33% of the student’s grade will come from homework and in class assignments. 33% of the grade will be from the quizzes and test given. 33% will be for oral participation and dialogs. The grades will be given in a percentage basis, which follows the school’s mandatory grading scale.

Every chapter covered will have quizzes, a final chapter test, a chapter worksheet and a final chapter dialog. Quizzes will be unannounced, so students must make every effort to stay caught up. The test dates are announced in advance so that the student has adequate time to prepare.

EXPECTATIONS AND CONSEQUENCES:

Students are expected to come to class on time, prepared with their textbook, workbook, homework assignment, notebooks, pen/pencil, eraser and paper. Failure to do so will result in a tardy mark. A notebook is required for the course. Class rules, along with coming to class prepared, are to follow directions, to speak only when called upon, to keep your hands to yourself, and to refrain from cussing or putting other students down.

Group work is essential in the foreign language classroom to practice and master conversation in the target language. During group time, all students are required to stay on task in the target language. Students who interrupt the learning process will be asked to leave. The time out procedures will be in effect with an administrator in the office. A conference will be held with their teacher, counselors, and administrator to discuss the problem.

ORAL DIALOGS AND PRESENTATIONS

Students will be required to perform oral dialogues and presentations in front of class. As the year progresses I expect longer presentations.

TEXTBOOK:

Deutsch Aktuell 1 by Wolfgang Kraft

Various readers, literature books, and grammar reference materials

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:

A small German/ English dictionary is recommended. All vocabularies are listed in the back of the textbook and the dictionary will only be used for fieldtrips and dialogs. It is helpful for students to keep track of all vocabulary presented in a personal vocabulary notebook available in Dutch and German stationary shops.

HOMEWORK POLICY:

Students will have homework every class session. This could be a written or an oral assignment such as memorizing words and phrases. All homework assignments are supplemental to the material covered in class. Homework will be checked and handed in and receive points for completion and neatness. If no specific homework is assigned, students are to study vocabulary for at least twenty minutes.

MAKE-UP WORK POLICY

The study of language requires constant practice and interaction. It is therefore important that the students be present at all times. In class oral activities will be missed and in some cases can be made up through alternate assignments. If a student is absent, depending on the length, he/she has until the following class period to make up the assignment. In case of a planned absence, I highly recommend that whenever possible, the assignments be completed ahead of time.

PARENTS / SPONSORS:

You can help by making sure that you son/daughter completes his/her homework. You may want to quiz them on weekly vocabulary words. Students, who carefully complete all homework assignments, score much higher on tests and exams and a much faster rate of language fluency. When traveling in a German speaking country, encourage your child to use the German language. It is a great motivating force, although some Germans will want to show off their English skills in response. The student must use the target language outside the classroom, whenever possible. Watching German TV and videos can also be a great motivating tool.

CONFERENCE: Any parent who wishes a conference should call the guidance office to make an appointment.

COURSE STANDARDS:

Continuous School Progress

COURSE GRADING AND ASSESSMENT

ORAL DIALOGS AND PRESENTATIONS

MAKE-UP WORK POLICY