FRELINGHUYSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

COURSE PROFICIENCIES

 

 

COURSE:  8TH Grade Italian

 

I. COURSE OVERVIEW:

 

8th grade Italian is an expansion of the introductory course which began in 6th grade. The program’s philosophy is to provide an emphasis in all four communicative areas:  listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as an overview of culture.  In this course, the student will continue to acquire the basic verbal, reading, and writing skills of the language.  Cultural aspects of the Italian- speaking world will be further explored. 

 

II. COURSE PROFICIENCES:

 

          By implementing a thematic approach, the student will demonstrate the ability to communicate in the target language.  The following themes will be implemented:

 

8th Grade

Unit 1.  Shopping & Specialty Shops

Unit 2.  Buon Appetito!

Unit 3.  Morning to Night

Unit 4.  Buon Viaggio!

 

 

 

FRELINGHUYSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

COURSE PROFICIENCIES

 

 

 

 

COURSE:  8th Grade Italian Honors

 

I.  COURSE OVERVIEW:

 

            In this Honors course, the student will continue to develop and improve his/her fluency in oral expression, reading, writing, and aural comprehension.  In addition, there is an expansion of cultural awareness.  This course continuously integrates listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiencies with culture in a spiral of ever increasing complexity.  Authentic learning experiences enhance language-learning and cultural sensitivity for all learners.

 

II. COURSE PROFICIENCES:

 

          By implementing a thematic approach, the student will demonstrate the ability to communicate in the target language.  The following themes will be implemented:

 

Unit 1.  Shopping & Specialty Shops

Unit 2.  Buon Appetito!

Unit 3.  A Week in the Life of Me

Unit 4.  Buon Viaggio!

Unit 5.  Italian Vacations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRELINGHUYSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL:     COURSE STANDARDS

 

COURSE:   8th GRADE WORLD LANGUAGE                                

 

I.       METHODS OF EVALUATION:

          1.       Class participation

          2.       Homework and class work – completion, quality, timeliness

          3.       Notebooks

          4.       Tests and quizzes

                   5.       Final Exam – for all 8th graders

          6.       Oral Performance

          7.       Various projects pertaining to current subject matter

 

II.      MATERIALS NEEDED FOR CLASS:

          1.       Covered textbooks

          2.       Loose-leaf notebook and paper

          3.       Pen and pencils

          4.       Workbook

 

III.     CRITERIA FOR EXCELLENCE (Requirements for receiving an “A”)

          1.       Marking period average of 93% or above

          2.       Preparedness of class

          3.       Frequent, thoughtful class participation

          4.       Regular completion of homework with evidence of      thoughtfulness and effort.

          5.       Positive attitude

 

IV.     MAKE-UP AND EXTRA HELP POLICIES

1.       Upon return from an absence, the student must make up all homework, class work, notes, tests and quizzes.  A reasonable time will be established with the student.

2.       Teacher will be available to assist students by appointments.

 

French – Mrs. Carol Jackler – ext. 8028 – carol.jackler@msdk12.net

Spanish – Mrs. Jean-Marie Molinaro – ext. 8021 – jeanmarie.molinaro@msdk12.net

Italian – Ms. Marie Isolda – ex. 8217 – marie.isola@msdk12.net