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Listening/Participation
Sheets: I teach you vocabulary by using a method called Total
Physical Response. I
speak in Spanish and you respond to words with your body (like Simon
Says and Monkey See, Monkey Do)
To internalize these new Spanish words, you must devote your
entire attention to the lesson and concentrate on what is happening
in the class. You must
always be in the moment. At
the end of each day, you will fill out a participation sheet and
answer honestly about how you focused.
The sheet is worth 50 points a week.
If I write down on your participation sheet that I redirected
your attention during a lesson, you must deduct points accordingly.
You must also figure out the math and average on the sheet.
If you fail to complete these items or if they are incorrect,
I deduct points from the participation sheet.
On the back of the sheet you will write a brief reflection of
the day’s work. If
you fail to do this, an automatic 5 points are deducted from the
score. If you are
absent, instead of a reflection, you must do something at home to
improve or study your Spanish, and write down specifically how you
accomplished this task.
Homework: You will be asked to review Spanish vocabulary, teach Spanish
words or retell a story in Spanish to an adult (parent, teacher,
lunch lady, custodian, coach, etc).
You must have a signature from that person to prove you did
the assignment. In addition, you will have short reading assignments that you will have
to complete and on which you have to answer questions.
Short
Story Writing: You will have to write original short stories in Spanish.
A writing rubric will always be given to you so that you may
use it as a checklist and guide to produce quality work.
Speaking: You will perform in brief skits and/or tell or retell stories
in front of the class. Again,
you are provided with a speaking rubric to guide to excellence.
Grammar
practice sheets: Complete
all questions on grammar practie sheets and turn them in on time.
I will tell you how much each assignment is worth.
Citizenship
grade:
Because we take many risks in class (acting out and speaking
in front of peers), you receive a citizenship grade worth 100
points. If you are on
time to class, supportive of classmates and respect others, you will
earn the full 100 points.
It is a fact that we learn better if the environment is
friendly and positive. Please be positive. Tardiness
and talking while other people are performing is rude and takes away
from the learning moment.
Notebook: You must keep an organized notebook that features all your
work done in this class. A
notebook rubric is provided to you and an example is always sitting
on the table. ALL papers must be dated and the most recent work goes
on top! I collect the notebook twice a quarter to grade for accuracy,
neatness and organization.
Exams
and quizzes:
No surprises on tests. We
cover material and vocabulary extensively before test and quiz
dates! Reviewing from your notebook daily will guarantee that you
know the material.
Need
help?
If you are struggling or have questions,
I am here for you. Make
an appointment with me before school, during lunch, or after school.
You are welcome to call me at school (269-5901) or at home
(372-3457).
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