Spanish 2
SPA2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
PrerequisitesIf you did not take a pathway course at Level 1, or achieved fewer than 14 credits in that course, you will need to seek HOD approval.
Level 2 Spanish is a language acquisition course designed to consolidate and enhance student's skills beyond the elementary level. Students learn to communicate more comprehensively around themes encompassing their families, food, schools, sports and hobbies. There is a significant increase in the amount and complexity of vocabulary and language features taught at this level, with a central focus on learning to express ideas and opinions, making comparisons between lifestyles and culture in both New Zealand and Spain.
Course Overview
Term 1
Topics:
Family Life
Home and Friends
Term 2
Topics:
Daily Routines
Neighbourhood
Eating and Drinking
Assessment
Senior Examinations (2.1 Listening / 2.4 Reading)
NCEA Level 2 Internal Standard 91152 (Writing Portfolio #1)
Term 3
Topics:
Education
Leisure
Assessment:
Senior Examinations Derived Grade (2.1 Listening / 2.4 Reading)
NCEA Level 2 Internal Standard 91150 (Presentation)
NCEA Level 2 Internal Standard 91152 (Writing Portfolio #2)
Term 4
Exam revision
Assessment
NCEA Level 2 External Standard 91148 (Listening)
NCEA Level 2 External Standard 91151 (Reading)
Pathway
In addition to dedicated career paths in interpreting, translating or teaching, future pathways could include but are not limited to careers in the following; business, marketing, sales, retail, agriculture, supply chain management, logistics, entertainment, electronics, law, medicine, health and lifestyle, political studies and diplomatic services.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery