Grades 9-12 Course Catalog - Plano Independent School District

502331 Latin II – H/PreAP
(ONLINE)
Grade Placement: 9 – 12
Prerequisite: Latin I
Credit: 1
What's Next? Latin III H
Latin II H stresses the development of accurate reading of Latin
literature and history. It expands the use of grammatical constructions
and vocabulary, and begins the development of accurate translation.
Language learning techniques will be developed. Culturally related
activities of selected regions/countries will be explored. NOTE: This
course is offered ONLINE ONLY. Students choosing this course
should be able to: keep on task independently; work independently;
manage time and tasks well; read, understand, & follow written
instructions; communicate clearly in written formats; enjoy working in
virtual groups; produce work and project digitally; and respond to
feedback and instruction in written formats.
503331 Latin III – H/PreAP This course utilizes higher-level/critical-thinking skills, stresses the
Grade Placement: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Latin II H/PreAP
development of oral skills, comprehension and interpretation of
authentic Latin texts and expands the use of grammar and
Credit: 1
vocabulary. It emphasizes stylistic analyses and comprehension of
What's Next? Latin IV AP
literacy techniques, and accurate reading and translation of original
Latin literature. The focus of this course is an intermediate proficiency
in reading comprehension. NOTE: This course is offered as a
BLENDED COURSE (video conferencing + online course work)
ONLY.
504351 Latin IV AP This course utilizes higher-level/critical-thinking skills, stresses the
Grade Placement: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Latin III H
Credit: 1
development of oral skills, comprehension and interpretation of
Virgil’s Aeneid, comprehension, and expands the use of grammar and
vocabulary. It emphasizes stylistic analyses, comprehension of
literary techniques, and accurate reading and translation of original
Latin literature. This course prepares the student to take the Latin AP
exam. NOTE: This course is offered as a BLENDED COURSE
(video conferencing + online course work) ONLY.
501401 Spanish I Spanish I is an introduction to Spanish language and culture.
Grade Placement: 9 – 12
Prerequisite: None
Students in this course will develop speaking, writing, and reading
proficiency on topics dealing with the everyday life of a student.
Credit: 1
Students will be guided in recognizing the interrelationships of
What's Next? Spanish II or Spanish II H/PreAP
between cultures and will be able to identify cultural perspectives and
practices of the Spanish speaking world. The focus of this course is
developing Novice mid proficiency. This course is conducted in
Spanish a significant amount of time.
502401 Spanish II Spanish II continues to introduce students to Spanish language and
Grade Placement: 9 – 12
Prerequisite: Spanish I
culture. Students in this course will develop speaking, writing, and
reading proficiency on topics expanded to include life outside of
Credit: 1
school and in the real world. Students will be guided in recognizing
What's Next? Spanish III or Spanish III PreAP
the interrelationships of between cultures and will be able to identify
cultural perspectives and practices of the Spanish speaking world.
The focus of this course is developing Novice high proficiency. This
course is conducted in Spanish a significant amount of time.
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