JPIIHS 2013-14 Course Guide - John Paul II HS

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1040 Latin IV Language/Literature AP – Vergil/Caesar (P) 1.0 Credit 11th – 12th A3430100 APLATVC Prerequisite: Latin III Pre-AP This course emphasizes the highest level of written and read Latin as studied through the comprehension and interpretation of Vergil’s Aeneid and Caesar’s de Bello Gallico. It emphasizes stylistic analyses, comprehension of literacy techniques, and accurate reading and translation of original Latin literature. The student will be required to take the AP (Vergil/Caesar) Examination at the conclusion of the course. The focus of this course is an advanced proficiency in reading comprehension. SPANISH 1111 Spanish I CP (C) 1.0 Credit 9th – 12th 3440100 SPAN 1 Prerequisite: None Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish world, its language and its people. The main emphasis is on oral skills while developing reading and writing skills. The student will recognize the interrelationships of languages and will develop a cultural appreciation of the Hispanic world. The focus of this course is on novice proficiency. 1112 Spanish I Pre-AP (H) 1.0 Credit 9th – 12th 3440100 SPAN 1 Prerequisite: Spanish I Spanish I Pre AP is an in-depth preparation of Spanish I concepts in preparation for Spanish II Pre-AP. It is designed to provide opportunities for talented language students beyond those offered in the regular Spanish I class. It stresses the development of proficiency in oral skills in an immersion atmosphere, accurate comprehension of contemporary and cultural reading passages; it expands the use of grammatical constructions and vocabulary, and begins the development of basic writing skills. Culturally related activities of selected regions or countries will be explored. 1121 Spanish II CP (C) 1.0 Credit 9th – 12th 3440200 SPAN 2 Prerequisite: Spanish I Spanish II continues to develop the oral skills with added emphasis on reading and writing skills. The focus is on the development of mid novice to high novice proficiency. Expansion of vocabulary and grammatical structures continues. Culturally related activities of selected Hispanic countries or regions will be explored. 1122 Spanish II Pre-AP (H) 1.0 Credit 9th – 12th 3440200 SPAN 2 Prerequisite: Spanish I Spanish II Pre AP is an expansion of Spanish II. It is designed to provide opportunities for talented language students beyond those offered in the regular Spanish II class. It stresses the development of low intermediate proficiency in oral skills, accurate comprehension of contemporary and cultural reading passages; it expands the use of grammatical constructions and vocabulary, and begins the development of expository composition. Culturally related activities of selected regions or countries will be explored. 1131 Spanish III CP (C) 1.0 Credit 10th – 12th 3440300 SPAN 3 Prerequisite: Spanish II Spanish III continues to develop the oral skills with added emphasis on reading and writing skills. The focus is on the development of novice mid to intermediate proficiency. Expansion of vocabulary and grammatical structures continues. Culturally related activities of selected Hispanic countries and regions will be explored. The focus of this course is an intermediate proficiency. 1132 Spanish III Pre-AP (H) 1.0 Credit 10th – 12th 3440300 SPAN 3 Prerequisite: Spanish II Pre-AP Spanish III Pre-AP is designed to provide talented language students opportunities beyond those offered in other language classes. It utilizes high level/critical thinking and focuses on the development of mid-intermediate proficiency in oral skills, comprehension of Spanish literature history, expository composition, and expands the use of grammar and vocabulary. 20 Course Guide Updated July 2013
1142 Spanish IV Language & Composition AP (P) 1.0 Credit 11th – 12th A3440100 APSPALAN Prerequisite: Spanish III Pre-AP This college level course emphasizes reading, writing, and speaking of the language at nearly a bilingual level. The development of fluency in oral skills and expanded use of grammar are strongly emphasized. The focus of this course is an advanced proficiency. Students utilize higher level/critical thinking and focus on the development of accuracy and fluency in the written and spoken language. 1152 Spanish V Literature and Composition AP (P) 1.0 Credit 12th A3440200 APSPALIT Prerequisite: AP SPANLAN: Instructor Approval This course meets the requirements of Spanish collegiate studies. It stresses the development of fluency in oral skills, comprehension of Spanish literature and history, expository composition, and expanded use of grammar. It utilizes high level/critical thinking and focuses on the development of accuracy and fluency. While Level AP Spanish IV emphasizes oral skills, AP Spanish V emphasizes written skills. The student will have the opportunity to take the advanced placement/IB examination at the conclusion of this course. 1156 Advanced Spanish Cultural and Linguistic Topics (P) .5 to 1 Credit 11th – 12th 03440800 SPANCLT Prerequisite: Span3 Pre-AP, Instructor Approval This course in cultural and linguistic topics introduces students to the study of other cultures in a language other than English. Students study the historical development, literary accomplishments, geographical aspects, cultural aspects, and linguistic aspects of selected regions or countries. Students may be concurrently enrolled in an AP Language course. This course may be scheduled in conjunction with The AP Literature offerings over two years as a way of preparing students for the demanding reading list which accompanies each AP Literature course. Alternatively, students may spend the summer abroad in an /accredited freshmen college level program in a Spanish speaking country. Approval of the department chairperson AND the Director of Guidance and Counseling is required prior to enrolling in the program. The summer option will receive ½ to 1 credit: ½ credit will be awarded for at least three weeks study abroad and 1 credit for six of more weeks. COMPUTER SCIENCE John Paul II High School will be a state of the art learning facility utilizing wireless and advanced technologies in all classrooms. Students and instructors will utilize technology whenever appropriate to facilitate learning. Students must complete one year of the same technology course. Students will be expected to be able to use laptop computers and to utilize their varied applications. Many incoming freshmen will take Computer Science or Pre-AP Computer Science but students may delay taking the course until later years. REQUIRED COURSES 1211 Computer Science (C) 1.0 Credit 9th – 12th 03580200 TACS1 Prerequisite: None This course serves as an introduction to computers and the study of managing and processing information. Knowledge of personal computers, operating systems, and programming skills to control operations are taught. The emphasis is on solving real world problems by means of computer programming (software engineering). Student will learn an introduction to the Java programming language integrated with Lego Robotics NXT programming.. Some topics include data types and variables, classes and methods, control structures, graphics, Object Oriented Programming, and the ethical and social implications of using computers and the Internet. 21 Course Guide Updated July 2013
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