World language courses are designed primarily for students planning to attend a four-year college after completion of their high school studies. Although the world language curriculum is an accelerated one, quite a few students whose after-high school plans have included vocational training, two-year post-secondary schooling, or immediate entry into the job market; have enrolled in foreign language classes and completed course requirements successfully. Certain students experiencing difficulties in English classes have also experienced difficulties in world language classes. For this reason, it is highly recommended that students confer and seek the recommendations of their English teachers when making decisions to enroll in world language for the first year course.
American Sign Language I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 4901/4902
American Sign Language I introduces students to American Sign Language (ASL) and the deaf community. The course focuses on frequently used signs through a functional-notional approach, and discusses cultural features of the deaf community. Emphasis is placed on development of receptive and expressive language skills. Students develop visual acuity, follow brief verbal instructions, understand short statements, questions, and dialogues, and develop short descriptions with guidance. Students also learn to recognize the difference between the pathological and cultural definitions of deafness, recognize the widespread use of ASL throughout the United States, and develop an understanding of the relationship between languages and cultures as a whole. (2156)
Note: Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
American Sign Language II (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters (Not offered 2019-2020) 4911/4912
American Sign Language II continues the focus on frequently used signs through a functional-notional approach and the discussion of the cultural features of the deaf community. Emphasis is placed on further development of receptive and expressive communication skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Students are given the opportunity to watch and understand short stories, dialogues and poetry in ASL, continue to develop visual discrimination skills, begin to understand various dialects of ASL by interacting with ASL users within the deaf community, and begin to use classifiers appropriately. Students also examine some of the political issues associated with the deaf community, and further develop an understanding of the relationship between languages and cultures as a whole. (2158)
Prerequisite: American Sign Language I
Note: Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
American Sign Language III (Gr. 11-12) 2 semesters 4921/4922
American Sign Language III continues to focus on the students’ non-verbal communication skills at advanced levels of competency. Students communicate using more complex structures of the language on a variety of topics, moving from concrete to more abstract concepts. This course provides opportunities for students to learn to express themselves in advanced situations, using more sophisticated vocabulary and structure, apply advanced grammatical features, such as descriptors, classifier use and various numbering systems, and develop the ability to discuss topics related to historical and contemporary events and issues within the deaf community. Students also build on narrative skills and learn to relay information they’ve read or heard through explanation of more complex ideas. This course further emphasizes the development of spontaneous language responsive behaviors through activities designed for this purpose. (2162)
Prerequisite: American Sign Language II
Note: Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma
French I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 4301/4302
This is an introductory course to the French language designed to teach students basic French language skills in an immersive environment. Students discuss the many reasons for learning languages and develop an understanding of the people who speak them. Students apply effective strategies for language learning and show a willingness to experience various aspects of the cultures. The course provides opportunities for students to do the following: respond to oral directions and commands, make routine requests in the classroom and in public places, understand and use appropriate forms of address in courtesy expressions, be able to tell about daily routines and events, ask and answer simple questions, participate in conversations related to their needs and interests, read isolated words and phrases in a situational context such as menus, signs, and schedules, comprehend brief written directions and information, read short narrative texts on simple topics, write familiar words and phrases in appropriate contexts and respond in writing to various stimuli. (2020)
French II (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 4311/4312
This is a beginner-intermediate course to the French language designed to teach students language skills in an immersive environment. Students participate in classroom and extracurricular activities related to the language studied and participate in conversations dealing with daily activities and personal interests. Students are able to do the following: ask questions regarding routine activities, participate in conversations on a variety of topics, relate a simple narrative about a personal experience or event, interact in a variety of situations to meet personal needs such as asking permission, asking for or responding to an offer of help, expressing preferences pertaining to everyday life, understand main ideas and facts from simple texts over familiar topics, read aloud with appropriate intonation and pronunciation, write briefly in response to given situations for example, postcards, personal notes, phone messages, and directions, as well as write letters using culturally appropriate format and style. Students become familiar with the following aspects of the culture: visual arts, architecture, literature, music, using the foreign language where appropriate, able to extend and respond to hospitality as a host or a guest, participate appropriately at special family occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and anniversaries, and become aware of time expectations, such as arriving for appointments and social engagements. (2022)
Prerequisite: Previous world language level I
French III (Gr. 11-12) 2 semesters 4321/4322
This is an intermediate course to the French language designed to teach students French language skills in an immersive environment. Level III courses enable students to understand and appreciate other cultures by comparing social behaviors and values of people using the languages being learned. Students are willing to initiate and participate in discussions concerning these cultures. In addition, students will do the following: respond to factual and interpretive questions, interact in a variety of social situations, read for comprehension from a variety of authentic materials such as advertisements in newspapers, magazines, cartoons and personal correspondence, read short literary selections of poetry, plays and short stories, complete authentic forms and documents, write paraphrases, summaries, and brief compositions, describe different aspects of the culture using the foreign language where appropriate including major historical events, political structures, value systems, visual arts, architecture, geography, literature, and music. (2024)
Prerequisite: Previous world language level I and II
Recommendation: Of previous world language level II teacher
Note: French III dual credit option with Ivy Tech
AP French (Gr. 12) 2 semesters 4351/4352
This is a course based on content established by the College Board emphasizing the use of the language for active communication. This is an advanced course of the French language designed to teach students French language skills in an immersive environment. It focuses on the development of advanced listening comprehension, reading without the use of a dictionary, expanded conversational skills, fluent and accurate written expression, and strong command of vocabulary and structure of the language. Course content best reflect interests shared by the students and the teacher, e.g. the arts, current events, sports, etc. The course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in themselves and that can be applied to various activities and disciplines rather than being limited to any specific body of subject matter. Extensive practice in the organization and writing of compositions is emphasized with a course objective of developing students’ interpretive, interpersonal and presentational skills, as well as the skill of inference, and their knowledge of the language and culture in order to obtain the goal of a score of 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Language Exam, a score that is commensurate with an advanced level (fifth and sixth semester or the equivalent) college or university language course. A comprehensive description of this course can be found on the College Board AP Central Course at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/teachers_corner/3499.html (2032)
Prerequisite: French III
Note: Completion of the AP exam at end of course is required and funded by school corporation
Note: Dual Credit option available for AP French with Ivy Tech if dual credits were earned for French III
Japanese I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 4501/4502
Students discuss the many reasons for learning Japanese and the importance of learning about another culture. Students apply effective strategies for language learning in each of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as developing a curiosity about various aspects of Japanese culture. The course provides opportunities such as the following: respond to oral directions and commands, make routine requests in the classroom and in public places, understand and use appropriate forms of address in courtesy expressions, describe daily routines and events, ask and answer simple questions, participate in brief guided conversations related to their needs and interests, read and write words and phrases in a situational context such as menus, signs, and schedules, comprehend brief written directions and information, read short narrative texts on simple topics, and respond in writing and orally to various stimuli. Students will develop “survival level” Japanese during the course of the year. They will learn the two phonetic alphabets, hiragana and katakana, and begin their study of kanji. Students will view films and documentaries in class, sample food, as well as research an aspect of traditional Japanese culture and present their findings through a paper and a presentation. Multiple opportunities will be available for immersive field trips that provide excellent language and cultural experiences. A two-week study abroad opportunity is available every other year for students to travel to Japan. Students may also host a pair of Japanese students every other year for two weeks. (2060)
Japanese II (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 4511/4512
Students participate in classroom and extracurricular activities related to the language studied and participate in conversations dealing with daily activities and personal interests. Students are able to do the following: ask questions regarding routine activities, participate in conversations on a variety of topics, relate a simple narrative about a personal experience or event, interact in a variety of situations to meet personal needs, such as asking permission, asking for or responding to an offer of help, express preferences pertaining to everyday life, understand main ideas and facts from simple texts over familiar topics, read aloud with appropriate intonation and pronunciation, and write briefly in response to given situations, for example postcards, personal notes, phone messages, and directions, as well as write letters using culturally appropriate format and style. Students learn major geographical features, historical events, become familiar with different aspects of Japanese culture (including the visual arts, architecture, literature and music, using the foreign language where appropriate), are able to extend and respond to hospitality as a host or a guest, and will develop further awareness of cultural expectations in Japanese society. Students will view films and documentaries in class, sample food, as well as research an aspect of traditional or modern Japanese culture and present their findings through a paper and a presentation. Multiple opportunities will be available for immersive field trips that provide excellent language and cultural experiences. A two-week study abroad opportunity is available every other year for students to travel to Japan. Students may also host a pair of Japanese students every other year for two weeks. (2062)
Prerequisite: Previous world language level I
Japanese III (Gr. 11-12) 2 semesters 4521/4522
This course enables students to understand and appreciate Japanese culture by comparing social behaviors and values of Japanese culture with their own. Students initiate and participate in discussions concerning these cultures. In addition, students will do the following: respond to factual and interpretive questions and interact in a variety of social situations such as expressing regrets, condolences, and complaints, use more than rote memory formula phrases, read for comprehension from a variety of authentic materials such as advertisements in newspapers, magazines, cartoons and personal correspondence, read short literary selections of poetry, plays, and short stories, complete authentic forms and documents and take notes that require familiar vocabulary and structures. Students will write paraphrases, summaries, a speech, and brief compositions that describe different aspects of the culture using the foreign language where appropriate. Students will view films and documentaries in class, sample food, and conduct research on an aspect of traditional Japanese culture, presenting their findings through development of a personal web page. Multiple opportunities will be available for immersive field trips that provide excellent language and cultural experiences. A two-week study abroad opportunity is available every other year for students to travel to Japan. Students may also host a pair of Japanese students every other year for two weeks.T (2064)
Prerequisite: Previous world language level I and II
Recommendation: Of previous world language level II teacher
Note: Japanese III dual credit option with Ball State University
AP Japanese (Gr. 12) 2 semesters 4551/4552
This course expands on previously learned grammatical, communicative and cultural concepts of Japanese language and culture. It serves as a review and an expansion of the concepts studied in levels I-III; therefore it is essential that every student has completed the previous levels. This course will prepare students to successfully take the AP Exam and/or college placement tests. The emphasis will be on journal and essay writing, conversational skills, as well as advanced reading and listening comprehension, grammatical accuracy and cultural competence. Students will view films and documentaries in class, sample food, and plan their ultimate trip to Japan. Multiple opportunities will be available for immersive field trips that provide excellent language and cultural experiences. A two-week study abroad opportunity is available every other year for students to travel to Japan. Students may also host a pair of Japanese students every other year for two weeks.
A comprehensive description of this AP course can be found on the College Board site at: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/pdf/ap-japanese-course-description.pdf?course=ap-japanese-language-and-culture
(2074)
Prerequisite: Japanese III
Note: Completion of the AP exam is required and funded by the school corporation
Spanish I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 4101/4102
This is an introductory course to the Spanish language designed to teach students basic Spanish language skills in an immersive environment. Students discuss the many reasons for learning languages and develop an understanding of the people who speak them. Students apply effective strategies for language learning and show a willingness to experience various aspects of the cultures. The course provides opportunities for the students to do the following: respond to oral directions and commands, make routine requests in the classroom and in public places, understand and use appropriate forms of address in courtesy expressions, be able to tell about daily routines and events, ask and answer simple questions, participate in conversations related to their needs and interests, read isolated words and phrases in a situational context such as menus, signs, and schedules, comprehend brief written directions and information, read short narrative texts on simple topics, and write familiar words and phrases in appropriate contexts and respond in writing to various stimuli. (2120)
Spanish II (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 4111/4112
This is a beginner-intermediate course to the Spanish language designed to teach students language skills in an immersive environment. Students participate in conversations dealing with daily activities and personal interests. Students are able to ask questions regarding routine activities and participate in conversations on a variety of topics. They learn to interact in a variety of situations to meet personal needs such as asking permission, asking for or responding to an offer of help, and expressing preferences pertaining to everyday life. Students become familiar with different aspects of the culture including the visual arts, architecture, literature and music, extend and respond to hospitality as a host or a guest, participate appropriately at special family occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and anniversaries, and become aware of time expectations, such as arriving for appointments and social engagements.. (2122)
Prerequisite: Spanish I
Spanish III (Gr. 10-12) 2 semesters 4121/4122
This is an intermediate course to the Spanish language designed to teach students Spanish language skills in an immersive environment. Level III courses enable students to understand and appreciate other cultures by comparing social behaviors and values of people using the languages being learned. Students are willing to initiate and participate in discussions concerning these cultures. In addition, students respond to factual and interpretive questions and interact in a variety of social situations, read for comprehension from a variety of authentic materials such as advertisements in newspapers, magazines, cartoons and personal correspondence, read short literary selections of poetry, plays, and short stories, complete authentic forms and documents, write paraphrases, summaries, and brief compositions, describe different aspects of the culture including major historical events, value systems, visual arts, architecture, geography, literature, and music. (2124)
Prerequisite: Spanish I and II
Note: Spanish III dual credit option with Ivy Tech; Ivy Tech (Spanish III) transcript grade is based only on second semester course work
Spanish IV (Gr. 11-12) 2 semesters 4131/4132
This intermediate-mid course will further foster the development of the Spanish language via review and new vocabulary and grammatical structures. Spanish IV will provide instruction enabling students to discuss the many reasons for learning languages and to develop an understanding of the people who speak them. Emphasis will be placed on preparing students to use Spanish in the AP classroom or in college and careers. The willingness of students to use the language in a variety of formats on a variety of topics is strongly encouraged. (2126)
Prerequisite: Spanish I, II and III
Recommendation: Spanish III teacher
Note: Spanish IV dual credit option with Ivy Tech only if dual credit has been awarded for Spanish III
Note: Ivy Tech (Spanish IV) transcript grade is based only on second semester course work
AP Spanish Language & Culture (Gr. 12) 2 semesters 4171/4172
At the core of the AP Spanish Language and Culture course are six groups of learning objectives identifying what students should know and be able to do across the three modes of communication. These objectives outline expectations of student abilities in the following areas: Spoken Interpersonal Communication, Written Interpersonal Communication, Audio,Visual, and Audiovisual Interpretive Communication, Written and Print Interpretive Communication, Spoken Presentational Communication, and Written Presentational Communication. Student performance will be evaluated using the AP rubrics. While references to levels 1-5 cannot precisely predict a student's ultimate AP Exam score, AP teachers can use this information to develop better insight into individual student performance and adjust the curriculum and instruction throughout the course. (2132)
Prerequisite: Spanish IV
Note: Completion of the AP exam at end of course is required and funded by school corporation
Note: Dual Credit option for AP French with Ivy Tech if dual credits were earned for French IV
English As A New Language (9-12) 2 semesters 4061/4062
English as a New Language is the study of language, literature, composition and oral communication for English Language Learner (ELL) students to improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing and comprehension of standard English. Students study English vocabulary used in fictional texts and content-area texts speak and write English so that they can function within the regular school setting and an English-speaking society, and deliver oral presentations appropriate to their respective levels of English proficiency. The intent is to move students as successfully, smoothly, and rapidly as possible into the Core 40 English courses offered in grades 9-12. (2188)
Note: The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels (up to a maximum of four credits)
Note: English/Language Arts credit – if ENL course work addresses Indiana’s Academic Standards English/Language Arts, up to four (4) credits accrued can be part of eight (8) required for all diplomas
Note: World Language credit - If ENL course work addresses Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages and is taken concurrently with another English/Language Arts course, up to four (4) credits accrued may count as World Language credits for all diplomas
