HS Spanish Guide

SPANISH LEVEL 4/AP

UNIT 6 LAS IDENTIDADES

PACING 4-6 weeks

PROFICIENCY LEVEL

RESOURCES

KEY LANGUAGE USE

Intermediate Mid

● Entre Culturas 4 Unit 3 ● Temas ● HS DLI/WL PL Canvas Course ● USBE Standards ● World Language Readiness

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LEARNING PROGRESSIONS FOR INTERMEDIATE MID PROFICIENCY LISTENING SPEAKING

When students exhibit Intermediate Mid listening ability in Spanish, they can understand the main idea and some details that occur in present, past and future timeframes of: 1. Introductions, such as before an event (e.g., class play, guests) 2. A short speech or presentation on a familiar topic 3. Discussions about age-appropriate matters of importance (e.g., attendance, behavior, an upcoming event) 4. An interview with members of the community or with famous people (e.g., actors, athletes, singers) 5. A web-based presentation, such as a virtual tour 6. Video presentations (e.g., commercials, news, educational programs) 7. Information from subjects they are studying or have studied in school

When students exhibit Intermediate Mid speaking ability in Spanish, they can: 1. Have a simple conversation on topics of interest 2. Express reactions and emotions to others 3. Exchange information about school subjects 4. Ask questions to gain new information and to keep a conversation going 5. Ask for and give examples to help explain something further 6. Communicate adequately to take care of daily needs 7. Summarize an experience 8. Give a presentation on a familiar topic 9. Express simple ideas or give an opinion about something being learned 10. Tell about something that happens on certain days or at certain events 11. Tell about something that happened or will happen

READING

WRITING

When students exhibit Intermediate Mid reading ability in Spanish, they can: 1. Understand short, non-complex texts that convey simple information and deal with basic personal and social topics 2. Derive meaning from short connected texts that feature description and narration and deal with familiar topics

When students exhibit Intermediate Mid writing ability in Spanish, they can:

1. Write short, simple communications, compositions, and requests for information about personal preferences, daily routines, common events, and other personal topics 2. Demonstrate control of basic sentence structures and verb forms usually in the present tense 3. Produce writing that resembles oral discourse with discrete sentences that are loosely strung together and little evidence of deliberate organization

END OF UNIT COMPETENCY WITH LANGUAGE EXPECTATIONS Students demonstrate their ability to compare the contributions of historical fi gures, explain how language and traditions shape cultural identity, and express informed opinions about the in fl uence of individuals, values, and traditions across cultures. Students:

Students use the language functions and features: ● vocabulary related to historical fi gures, legendary personalities, cultural roots, language, and traditions ● words and expressions to compare historical fi gures, cultural identity, language, and traditions across cultures ● expressions to describe historical contributions, cultural identity, and the in fl uence of traditions ● expressions to predict, recommend, and justify opinions about cultural identity and historical signi fi cance ● imperfect subjunctive to express emotions, recommendations, or hypothetical situations in the past ● como si + imperfecto de subjuntivo to express hypothetical *Updated 6.30.26

● Compare the contributions of historical fi gures and legendary personalities in their own and other cultures. ● Explain how language, traditions, and cultural roots shape personal and cultural identity. ● Exchange ideas and opinions about the in fl uence of historical fi gures on society and culture. ● Present recommendations and predictions about preserving cultural identity and traditions. ● Support ideas with examples using appropriate vocabulary and grammar.