Level 2 Spanish
12SPN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms C. Bader.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 2 Spanish Studies requires successful completion of Level 1 Spanish Studies.
Level 2 Spanish Studies
Y12 Spanish Studies is designed for students who have completed Y11 Spanish studies or who have a good knowledge of the Spanish language and culture. Students will learn to interact and improve their listening skills in Spanish and they will be able to read and write texts on familiar matters. The culture of Spanish-speaking countries will be compared and contrasted with students’ cultural backgrounds.
For cultural studies there will be a visit to a Spanish restaurant, food tasting and a film study.
Q: What do the assessments look like for this course?
A: You have two internal assessments and two external assessments.
- Internal writing assessment (5 credits): Two short pieces of writing in Spanish with resources to be completed over the year in class.
- Internal speaking assessment (4 credits): Two minute speech presentation in Spanish.
- External listening exam (5 credits): Listen to three passages in Spanish and answer the questions in English. This takes place at the end of the year.
- External reading exam (5 credits): Read three texts in Spanish answer the questions in English. This takes place at the end of the year.
Course Overview
Term 1
2.5. Writing portfolio internal #1
Term 2
2.5. Writing portfolio internal #2
2.3. Interaction portfolio internal #1 (optional as extension)
Term 3
2.2. Speech Internal
2.3. Interaction portfolio internal #2 (optional as extension)
Term 4
Preparation for 2.1. Listening external and 2.4. Reading external
Pathway Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop. $52 course fee, which includes cultural activities and Education Perfect.