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Course Profile   International Languages, Level 4 (LWSDU), Grade 12, University Preparation, Catholic

 

Course Overview

Policy Document:  The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, Classical Studies, and
                                    International Languages, 2000.

Prerequisite:  International Languages (Spanish), Level 3, University Preparation

Course Description

This course prepares students for university studies in the Spanish language. Students will enhance their ability to use the language with clarity and precision, and will develop the language skills needed to engage in sustained conversations and discussions, understand and evaluate information, read diverse materials for both study and pleasure, and write clearly and effectively. Students will also have opportunities to add to their knowledge of the culture of the countries where Spanish is spoken through the use of community resources and computer technology.

How This Course Supports Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

The study of the Spanish language helps students become effective communicators; more reflective, critical, and creative thinkers, as well as discerning believers. The graduate will respect and affirm the diversity and interdependence of the world’s peoples and cultures. As a life long learner and responsible citizen, the graduate will also be able to make appropriate decisions in light of Gospel and Church teachings.

Course Notes

Teachers should address school and board policies regarding safety, acceptable use of the Internet, and proper use of audio-visual equipment. On-going activities should reflect awareness of violence prevention and avoidance of bias within the learning environment. Teachers, in conjunction with special education teachers, should accommodate individual student needs. Cross-curricular integration assists students in making connections to other disciplines globally.

Units:  Titles and Time

Unit 1

Después de graduarse

20 hours

Unit 2

¿Cuál es el futuro de nuestro planeta?

21 hours

Unit 3

¿Estás al día?

23 hours

* Unit 4

Problemas sociales y soluciones posibles

22 hours

Unit 5

¡Adelante! Explorar la literatura

24 hours

* This unit is fully developed in this Course Profile.

Unit Overviews

Unit 1:  Después de graduarse

Time:   20 hours

Unit Description

This unit is expected to provide students with a comprehensive review of Spanish, Level 3, University Preparation. Students examine what their future may hold. They view the world as a place that is full of hope, an essential element for their future challenges and endeavours. This unit’s activities lay the foundation for co-operative learning, whereby students learn to respect life, the future, the rights and responsibilities of humanity, the value of work, and the rewards of volunteer work in our evolving world.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Overview Chart

Cluster

Learning Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1

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RE1.02

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Knowledge/ Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication Application

Bienvenido al futuro

-          Repasar el futuro del indicativo y su uso en expresiones de probabilidad, y el condicional

-          Repasar y elaborar el vocabulario del trabajo, profesiones y carreras

-          Repasar y discutir la importancia del trabajo voluntario

-          Coleccionar información sobre las universidades actuales

-          Imaginar una universidad ideal del futuro

2

L1V.01, SPV.01, REV.01,

WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,

SP1.01,.02,

RE1.02,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication Application

¿Adónde ir?

-          Repasar el comparativo y el superlativo de los adjetivos y sustantivos regulares e irregulares

-          Hacer un anuncio publicitario sobre la universidad ideal

3

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RE1.02,.04,

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

Volver al futuro

-          Repasar el posesivo y las contracciones y el uso de las conjunciones “e” y “u”

-          Enseñar el vocabulario de los productos útiles del futuro como los aparatos electrodomésticos, los coches plegables, etc.

-          Crear un producto futurístico

4

REV.01, WRV.01,

RE1.03,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry Application

Mi mundo utópico

-          Enseñar el futuro perfecto del indicativo y de probabilidad, el condicional pasado y los diminutivos

-          Escribir una composición; Mi mundo ideal

5

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,
SP1.01,.02,.03,
RE1.02,.03,.04,.05
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Knowledge/
Understanding
Thinking/ Inquiry
Communication
Application

Un mundo “Atlántida” virtual

-          Discutir “Atlántida”

-          Crear y presentar un mundo subacuático y tridimensional en usando un programa de computadora

Unit 2:  ¿Cuál es el futuro de nuestro planeta?

Time:  21 hours

Unit Description

This unit invites students to evaluate, explore, and justify possible Christian solutions to the challenges/dilemmas/problems that are prevalent in our world. Global differences and diversities are examined. Students begin to explore the subjunctive. Among other tasks, students prepare and participate in an oral debate regarding an issue of global perspective. Students apply appropriate strategies to locate, read, and understand information founded on values of peace, justice, and solidarity.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Overview Chart

Cluster

Learning Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1

LIV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,.03,
RE1.01,
WR1.01,.03,.04
CGE2b,4b,5g,7b

Knowledge/
Understanding
Thinking/ Inquiry
Application

La “política”

-          Repasar el presente del indicativo y el pretérito perfecto del indicativo

-          Enseñar el vocabulario del ambiente político del mundo y el presente del subjuntivo

-          Hacer una búsqueda sobre el uso del subjuntivo en los periódicos electrónicos

2

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,
LI1.01,.02,.03,
SP1.01,.02,.03,.04,
RE1.02,.04,
WR1.03,.04
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2c,4d,4f,5e,6e,7g

Knowledge/
Understanding
Thinking/ Inquiry
Communication
Application

Un encuentro interesante

-          Enseñar las expresiones para expresar emociones, duda, creencia, esperanza y otras expresiones impersonales y las conjunciones subordinadas

-          Entrevistar un líder de un país preferido/escogido a través de una teleconferencia

3

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LI1.01,
RE1.02,.03,
WR1.01,.02,.03,.04
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Knowledge/
Understanding
Thinking/ Inquiry
Application

Cuando se cruzan los caminos

-          Enseñar el subjuntivo pasado

-          Escribir un ensayo sobre un producto bioquímico

4

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LI1.01,.02,
SP1.01,.02,.03,.04,
RE1.02,.05
WR1.03,.04
CGE1b,1d,1g,3c,
5a,5b,5f,7c,7e

Knowledge/
Understanding
Thinking/ Inquiry
Communication
Application

¿Soluciones sencillas?

-          Continuar el estudio del subjunctivo presente y pasado

-          Hacer un debate sobre un reciente problema mundial visto de una prospectiva cristiana

Unit 3:  ¿Estás al día?

Time:  23 hours

Unit Description

Students examine and appreciate the diversity of the media, particularly in the Hispanic world. Exploration of radio, television, newspapers, magazines, theatre, and the Internet enhances their knowledge and understanding of the cultural life of Hispanics. The creation of a cyberspace newspaper or magazine allows students to take initiative and demonstrate Christian leadership. Students integrate their Catholic faith in an analysis/critical review and presentation of a media venue, e.g., prayers and/or poetry adapted to music.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Overview Chart

Cluster

Learing Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,

SP1.01,.03,

RE1.02,.04,

WR1.01,.03,.04

CGE1c,1i,2e,3e,4h,6e

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Yo no tengo soledad

-          Enseñar el vocabulario asociado con los medios de comunicación

-          Hacer una encuesta y un reportaje sobre los gustos de los medios de comunicación

2

LIV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,

RE1.02,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

CGE1c,1d,2b,2c,3b,

3f,3e,4c

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Application

La pista cibernética

-          Repasar los adjetivos demonstrativos

-          Enseñar los pronombres demonstrativos

-          Crear un periódico o una revista en el espacio cibernético

3

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,

SP1.01,

RE1.02

CGE1e,1f,6b,6d,7d

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

¿Cómo se expresa el alma?

-          Repasar los infinitivos

-          Enseñar el gerundio, los tiempos progresivos

-          Buscar un ejemplo de poesía y de oración hispana en el Internet y adaptarlo a la música o al baile

4

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,

SP1.01,

RE1.02,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

CGE1c,2e,5h

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Manual de comunicación

-          Repasar el imperfecto del indicativo

-          Enseñar la voz pasiva en el presente y el futuro, indicar el uso de la tercera persona plural de los verbos como sustitución, y enseñar el pluscuamperfecto del indicativo

-          Enseñar el uso de “se” reflexivo como voz pasiva

-          Crear un manual de instrucciones que ilustre lo que se necesita para comunicar efectivamente en el mundo tecnológico

5

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,

SP1.01,.02,.03,.04,

RE1.01,.02,.04,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

CGE1d,2a,2c,3f,5b

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Exposición oral

-          Hacer una crítica que trate de un medio de comunicación, por ejemplo, una emisión televisiva, un drama o un vídeo musical

Unit 4:  Problemas sociales y soluciones posibles

Time:   22 hours

Unit Description

This unit provides opportunities for students to respect historical and cultural differences in today’s changing world by engaging in more problem solving. Further study of the subjunctive will include activities to promote its use. Through the students’ research, equality, democracy and solidarity, as witnessed in Catholic social teachings, are promoted and presented in an oratory format.

Strand(s):  Oral Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Overview Chart

Cluster

Learning Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,.03,

SP1.01,.02,.03,

RE1.02,.04,

WR1.01

CGE1d,1h,2b,2d,

3c,6a,7f

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

Buscar e investigar problemas

-          Repasar los números más de 1.000

-          Enseñar/repasar los  números ordinales

-          Enseñar/repasar las abreviaturas, por ejemplo, EE.UU.

-          Investigar problemas sociales del mundo y discutirlos

2

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,.03,

SP1.01.,02,.03,

RE1.02,.04,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

CGE1d,1e,1h,2c,3b,3c,4a,6c,7c

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

Resoluciones hipotéticas

-          Enseñar el imperfecto del subjuntivo y el pluscuamperfecto del subjuntivo

-          Crear situaciones hipotéticas en las cuales se discutan soluciones posibles en el siglo siguiente y presentarlas en un vídeo- documental

3

LIV.01, REV.01, SPV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,

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WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/ Inquiry

Communication

Application

Si fuera…

-          Enseñar el vocabulario relacionado con la historia de nuestro planeta y del mundo hispánico

-          Enseñar el subjuntivo en el uso de ciertas cláusulas adverbiales (tan pronto como, hasta que, antes de que, etc.)

-          Escribir un ensayo usando frases simples y compuestas: “Si fuera un personaje histórico,…”

4

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

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SP1.01,.02,.03,.04,

RE1.02,.04,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/

Inquiry

Communication

Application

¿Soluciones?

-          Repasar el subjuntivo

-          Enseñar la concordancia de los tiempos verbales

-          Crear un libro “ hablante” sobre el tema, por ejemplo,  “Si pudieras construir una muralla alrededor de tu país ¿a quién(es) o qué dejarías entrar, prohibirías entrar, etc.?”

5

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,.02,.03,

SP1.01.,02,.03,.04,

RE1.02,.05,

WR1.01,.02,.03,
.04,.05

CGE1d,2c,3c,3f,4a,5g,7f

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/

Inquiry

Communication

Application

Pronunciar un discurso

-          Escribir y presentar un discurso sobre un problema social dando soluciones posibles

Unit 5:  ¡Adelante! Explorar la literatura

Time:   24 hours

Unit Description

Through a comparative study of genres, modern Hispanic literature (short stories, plays, novels, and poetry), students gain an appreciation of Hispanic culture around the world. Analysis of the characters, the plot, and the themes allows students to acquire a more thorough understanding of the culture and era under study. Students apply appropriate strategies to read, understand, interpret, and create a short story which contrasts Gospel moral values (e.g., forgiveness, love thy neighbour, etc.). Research is based on a global perspective using technological resources while exercising Christian leadership.

Strand(s):  Communication (Listening, Speaking), Reading, Writing

Unit Overview Chart

Cluster

Learning Expectations

Assessment Categories

Focus/Tasks/Activities

1

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,

SP1.01,.02,

RE1.01,.02,.03,.04,.05

CGE 1d,2b,3c,7f

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Una obra de las tantas

-          Repasar el vocabulario asociado con la literatura

-          Presentar y estudiar varios géneros de literatura, por ejemplo, la novela, el teatro, el cuento y la poesía

2

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.02,.03,

SP1.01,.04,

RE1.03

CGE1d,1j,2c,3b,4g

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Oda a la charla

-          Enseñar el uso del discurso indirecto

-          Presentar unos personajes de una obra literaria estudiada y explicar su interacción en forma de telenovela

3

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REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.01,

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Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

¡Acción!

-          Enseñar los proverbios y dichos

-          Dramatizar/adaptar una obra moderna de teatro hispano

4

REV.01, WRV.01,

RE1.01,.03,.05,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04,.05

CGE1d,2e,3f,5g,7f,7g

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Application

Después de leer

-          Hacer un estudio escrito comparativo sobre géneros de literatura estudiada

5

LIV.01, SPV.01, REV.01, WRV.01,

LI1.02,

SP1.01,.04,

RE1.02,.03,.04,.05,

WR1.01,.02,.03,.04,.05

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5c,6c,7e,7j

Knowledge/
Understanding

Thinking/Inquiry

Communication

Application

Adelante con la imaginación

-          Crear un propio cuentito y presentarlo

Course Evaluation

At the end of this course, teachers have the opportunity to assess the overall effectiveness of their programs. Teachers may utilize a student evaluation form to gather information on how to modify the program for student success. Teachers should review the content and the instructional and assessment strategies of the course in order to revise the Spanish program to improve student achievement of the expectations.

Teaching/Learning Strategies

A wide variety of teaching and learning strategies should be employed to sustain student interest and maximize learning. All types of learning styles should be accommodated. Teaching and learning strategies reflect a balance of independent, collaborative, and teacher-directed activities. Activities are relevant and motivating and allow for student creativity. Resources (Internet, video, and print) must be previewed before use. Information technology has been included for all units in the course overview.

Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement

Teachers should assess what students learn and how well they learn. Teachers should also provide opportunities for students to examine and reflect on their personal values, abilities, and aspirations and on how these influence life’s choices and opportunities. Students need a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. Teachers should use a variety of techniques to assess and to evaluate these performances of learning (e.g., tests, checklists, rubrics, etc.). Teachers should use a repertoire of assessment techniques, including diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment to include student achievement of Ministry and Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations.

Reporting Student Achievement

A final grade is recorded for each Spanish course and a credit is granted for every course in which the student’s grade is 50% or higher.

The final grade is determined as follows:
- 70% of the grade is based on assessments and evaluations throughout the course,
- 30% of the grade is based on a final evaluation in the form of an examination, performance, or other method of evaluation suitable to the course content and administered near the end of the course. It should assess the three strands of Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking), Reading, and Writing.

The final mark should reflect the expectations of the three strands: Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking), Reading, and Writing.

Accommodations

Teachers are expected to be acquainted with students’ Individual Education Plans (IEP), the unique learning characteristics of individual students, and to make the necessary accommodations.

In order to meet the needs of these students, a variety of strategies, techniques, or resources may be used, e.g., use cue cards, pair students according to task, modify written tests. Every attempt is made by the teacher to accommodate students’ individual needs in order to increase their success in the course.

Teachers:

·         consult with Special Education personnel while reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) of students with special needs, noting recommendations and accommodations for all identified students, e.g., gifted, students with physical, behavioural and/or intellectual challenges, and students with learning disabilities;

·         are prepared to offer alternative formats for assignments and presentations. These may include pre-recorded audiocassettes, videotaped conversations, the use of a script, etc.;

·         refer to IEPs for recommendations and accommodations when assessing and evaluating students identified with special needs;

·         arrange on-going extra opportunities for the reinforcement of vocabulary and grammatical structures;

·         sensitively select partners allowing one student’s strengths to compensate for another student’s challenges.

Resources

Specific resources have been included in the course overview for the units and activities. Community resources are also very useful: community organizations, clubs, embassies, consulates, bookstores, travel agencies, newspaper, radio and television stations, theatres, museums, art galleries, local churches, libraries (city, university and college) multimedia resources, and guest speakers from the Hispanic community (or within the schools).

Units in this Course Profile make reference to the use of specific texts, magazines, films, videos, and websites. The teachers need to consult their board policies regarding use of any copyrighted materials. Before reproducing materials for student use from printed publications, teachers need to ensure that their board has a Cancopy licence and that this licence covers the resources they wish to use. Before screening videos/films with their students, teachers need to ensure that their board/school has obtained the appropriate public performance videocassette licence from an authorized distributor, e.g., Audio Cine Films Inc. The teachers are reminded that much of the material on the Internet is protected by copyright. The copyright is usually owned by the person or organization that created the work. Reproduction of any work or substantial part of any work from the Internet is not allowed without the permission of the owner.”

Print

Barlow, Genevieve and William Stivers. Leyendas latinoamericanas. Lincolnwood, Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1996. ISBN 0-8442-7239-6

Barlow, Genevieve and William N. Stivers. Leyendas mexicanas. Lincolnwood, Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1996. ISBN 0-8442-7238-8

Barlow, Genevieve and William N. Stivers. Stories from Spain: Historias de España. Lincolnwood, Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1998. ISBN 0-8442-7241-8

Cabazon, M.J. Nosotros los jóvenes. Toronto, Ontario:Harcourt, 1989. ISBN 0-15-388350-2

Carlson, Lori Marie. You’re On! Seven Plays in English and Spanish. New York: Morrow Junior Books, 1999. ISBN 0-688-16237-1

Chastain, Kenneth. Exploraciones en literatura. Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1994.
ISBN 0-8442-7659-6

Dreke, Michael, Wolfgang Lind, and Margaret Schulbach Rüping. Español en Pareja. Estímulos para hablar en la clase de español comunicativa. Hojas de trabajo para principantes y avanzados. Berlin, Germany: Druckhaus Langenscheidt, 1991. ISBN 3-468-49998-1

Funston, James F. Somos Así ¡Ya!. Saint Paul, Minnesota: EMC Paradigm Publishing, 2000.
ISBN 0-8129-1937-7

Gibaldi, Joseph. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. New York: The Modern Languages Association of America. 1999. ISBN 0-87352-975-8

González, J.R. Literatura Moderna Hispánica. An Anthology. Lincolnwood, Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1995. ISBN 0-8442-7029-6

Iacofano, Judy. Foreign Language Teacher’s Internet Yearbook. Auburn, Hills, MI: Teacher’s Discovery, 1996.

Juntos Dos y Tres. (textbooks) Juntos Magazines. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1997.
ISBN 0-13-838905-5 (Dos) and ISBN 0-13-415761-3 (Tres)

Leigh, Heather. Por correo. England: Longman, 1986. ISBN 0-582-33157-9

Medley, Jr., Frank W., Carolyn L. Hansen, and Gillian D. Paul. ¡Sin Duda! Más lecturas al día. Boston, Massachusetts: Heinle & Heinle Publishers, 1993. ISBN0-8384-2378-7

Muckley, Robert L. and Eduardo E. Vargas. Cuentos puertorriqueñeos. Illinois: National Textbook Company, 1995. ISBN 0-8442-7043-1

Ontario Ministry of Education and Training. You and the Job Market: Quick reference to today’s job market for career counselling and career planning. 1997.

Olivello de Castello, Matilde. ¡Ya Comprendo! A Communicative Course in Spanish. New York: Macmillan Publishing Co., 1990. ISBN 0-02-320151-7

Plue, Leo, Warren Palmer, and Cheryl Karakokkinos. Careers Today and Tomorrow. Toronto, Canada: Irwin Publishing Ltd., 2000. ISBN 0-7725-2852-7

Reid, Elizabeth. Spanish Lingo for the Savy Gringo. Round Rock, TX: In One Ear Publications, 2000. ISBN 1-881791-08-04

Repaso. A Complete Review Workbook for Grammar, Communication, and Culture. NTC: Illinois, 1997. ISBN 0-8442-7412-7

Rouve, Sonia and Ray Symons. Direct from Spain Authentic Materials for Reading and Conversation for Advanced-Beginning and Intermediate Students. Lincolnwood, Illinois: NTC, 1994. ISBN 0-8442-7355-4

Possible Readers

(Students are expected to read a minimum of 200 pages of text: 100 intensive and 100 extensive as required for International Languages, Level 4 University.)

Aldecoa, Ignacio. Cuentos. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-283-3

Andrade, Marcel C. El Cid - An adaptation in prose for intermediate students. Illinois: NTC, 1992.
ISBN 0-8442-7119-5

Andrade, Marcel C. Lazarillo de Tormes (Adapted for Intermediate Students). Illinois: NTC, 2000.
ISBN 0-658-00570-7

Asturias. Leyendas de Guatemala. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-88436-290-6

Axtaga. Lista de locos y otros alfabetos. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1863-X

Baroja, Pio. Las inquietudes de Shantí Andía. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-062-8

Blasco, Ibáñez. Sangre Y Arena. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 84-294-3439-92436-062-8

Buñuel, Miguel. Las tres de la madrugada. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-88436-061-X

Cela, Camilo José. Y el planeta en punto. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1206-2

Cervantes, Miguel de. Don Quijote de la Mancha. Primera Parte y Segunda Parte. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-056-3 and ISBN 0-88436-887-4

Díez, Luis Mateo. Tres cuentos. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1209-7

EMC Corporation. ¡A la aventura! (readers: levels 1-4) La guitarra misteriosa. Los secretos de familia. Un grabado de Goya. El penitente elusivo. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-88436-858-0

Fabiola, Franco. El novio robado. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-0062-5 (complete kit: audiocassettes, textbook, workbook & teacher’s guide)

Fabiola, Franco. El concierto siniestro. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-0063-3 (complete kit: audiocassettes, textbook, workbook & teacher’s guide)

Gaite. Caperucita en Manhattan. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1861-3

Gaite. Las ataduras. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1057-4

Galdós, Benito Perez. Tristana. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-88436-279-5

Llamazares, Julio. Mi tío Mario. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001.
ISBN 0-8219-1473-1

Manuel. El Conde Lucanor. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-917-X

Matute, Ana María. Historias de la Artámila. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-889-0

Millás. Papel Mojado. Toronto, Ontario: Irwin Publishing-EMC Corp., 2001. ISBN 0-88436-999-4

Neruda, Pablo. Neruda’s Garden: An Anthology of Odes. Pennsylvania: Latin American Literary Review Press 1995. ISBN0-935480-68-4

Prentice Hall Choices in Literature (Anthology). Selecciones Literarias (Copper, Bronze, Silver). New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 1997. ISBN 0-113-418047-X (Bronze), 0-13-418039-9 (Copper)

Sanchez-Silva, José María. Marcelino Pan y Vino. Dinamarca: Grafisk Forlag A/S, 1975.
ISBN 87-429-7731-2

Varona-Lacey, Gladys M. Introducción a la literatura Hispano-Americana: de la conquista al siglo XX. Illinois: NTC 1997. ISBN 0-8442-7679-0

Valette, Rebecca. Album: Cuentos del Mundo Hispánico. Toronto, Ontario: Heath, 1984.
ISBN 0-669-0678-2

Zorilla. Don Juan Tenorio. Ottawa, Ontario: Girol Books Inc., 1998. ISBN 84-2944048-8

Magazines

Chicos, Muchachos, Todos Amigos. ELI Distributors, The Resource Centre, P.O. Box 190 Waterloo, Ontario N2J 3Z9 Tel. (519) 885-0826, Fax (519) 747-5629

Ediciones Paulinas 3022 Dufferin, Toronto, Ontario M6B 375 (416) 781-9131 (Religious materials)

Liapunou, M. Juntos Dos Magazines. Toronto: Marangr, 1997. ISBN 0-13-4115704-04

Technological

Batalla de palabras. Roanoke: Gessler Publishing Co., Inc., 1987. (software)

Gaiero, Robert D. Spanish Bit by Bit 1, 2, 3. St. Catherines: Tutor Enterprises, 1996. (software)

Spanish for Everyone. Cambridge: The Learning Company, 1997. ISBN 0-7630-1489-3 (CD-ROM)

Video, A Piece of the Puzzle (Guidance Department or contact Fairmeadow Centre, Toronto District School Board, 416-395-4920)

Films

Arrow Film Distributors – www.arrowfilms.co.uk

FilmArobics, Inc. Vernon Hills, Illinois. Webpage – www.filmarobics.com Fax: 1-847-367-5669

Films for the Humanities and Sciences. P.O. Box 1051, Fort Erie, ON L2A5N8 1-800-257-5126, Webpage – www.films.com (vast selection of Spanish/Latin American film and videos of artists, writers, history and culture). Acts of Faith: Jewish Civilization in Spain. (English, 52 minutes, colour)
ISBN #ECX3989, Christians, Jews, and Moslems in Medieval Spain. (English, 33 minutes, colour)
ISBN # ECX1958, Ignacio de Loyola (Spanish, 60 min. colour), ISBN # ECX11378, The Religions of the Book (English, 48 min. colour), ISBN # ECX8387, La Isla de Las Almas. (Spanish with English subtitles) ISBN # ECX9112

Teacher’s Video Company, a division of Global Video, LLC, P.O. Box 4455-1F108 Scottsdale, Arizona, 1-800-262-8837 www.teachersvideo.com Romero.Teacher’s Video Company, (English, PG-13, 105 minutes), Item # R0S

Internet

The URLs for the websites were verified by the writers prior to publication. Given the frequency with which these designations change, teachers should always verify the websites prior to assigning them for student use.

Yahoo – Spanish

Lycos – Spanish

www.yahoo.com

www.lycos.es

Excite – Spanish

AltaVista – English

www.excite.es

www.altavista.com

Canadian space guide
            www.spacejobs.com/index.html

An elegant multi-lingual searchengine
            www.google.com

OMLTA

Modern Language Association of America

webhome.idirect.com/~omlta/

www.mla.org/

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages

La Tuna

www.actfl.org/

tuna.upv.es/

Biblia

Latin Music Company

www.catolicos.org/biblias.htm

www.fonovisa.com/

Sí, Spain

Ancient History

www.SiSpain/english/index.html

http://www.classics.Isa.Umich.edu

Documentos de Santos

Folk Dancing in Mexico

www.catolicos.org/documentossantos.htm

www.alegria.org

Countries Online

Links to Latin American Sites

www.altapedia.com/online/contents.htm

www.latinolink.com

A World of Information

Mexico Online

www.emulateme.com

www.mexicool.com

Madrid Monthly

Spain’s Office of Tourism

www.softdoc.es/

http:www.okspain.org

Latin America

Cyber Spain

latinworld.com

www.cyberspain.com/

Virtual Spain

Chile

www.clark.net/pub/jumpsam/index.html

sunsite.dcc.uchile.cl/chile/chile.html

Tour Spain

Dictionaries

www.spaintour.com/indexe.html

www.onelook.com

Mexico City

More Spanish Resources

www.mexicocity.com.mx

www.cfls.ndhq.dnd.ca/spa.html

Guatemala

Videos

www.eecs.wsu.edu/~pomero/literatura/guatemala.html

www.madridman.com/

Peru

Spain’s Foremost Newspaper

www.peru-info.com/

www.elpais.es

Familias Católicas

Bilingual Magazine

www.catolicos.org/familias.htm

www.enespanol.com/home.html

Language Translation

Spanish Literature Links

www.logos.it dictionaries.travlang.com

www.geocities.com/~lagringa/litspn.html

Grammar Worksheets

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

http://php.indiana.edu/~jsoto/ejercicios.html

http://www.gale.com/freresrc/chh/

Self-Check Exercises

PBS Teacher Source: Hispanic Heritage

mld.ursinus.edu/~jarana/Ejercicios/self_check.html

http://www.pbs.org/teachersource/thismonth/sept00/index.shtm

Newspaper – El Popular

noticias.ole.es

Hispanic Heritage Awards

http://www.hispanicawards.org/

Costa Rican Newspaper

Classroom Connect

www.nacion.co.org

http://www.classroom.com

Virtual Tourist

Spanish Language and Culture

www.vtourist.com/

http://globegate.utm.edu/spanish/span.html

Magazines Galore

City Net-Cities and Countries

www.enews.com

http://www.city.net/countries/

CNN en español

Páginas Amarillas

www.cnnenespanol.com

www.amarillas.com

National Geographic Society Online

Films

www.nationalgeographic.com

http://www.voicegroup.com/

Latin American Studies Virtual Library

Media

www.lanic.utexas.edu/las.html

http://www.pluribusmedia.com/

Electronic Embassy

Spanish Media

www.embassy/org/

http://unt.edu/flli/spanish6htm

Univision (television station from Miami)

News from Columbia

www.univision.net/startpage.html

www.elheraldo.com.co

Jobs/Careers/Tradeswww.monster.com

Flamenco Dancing

www.jobdirect.com

www.andalucia.com/flamenco/home/htm

careers.yahoo.com

Worldwide Newspapers

www.jobsleuth.com

www.all-links.com/newscentral

www.employmentspot.com

Canadian Museum of Civilization
            http://www.civilization.ca

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Historical Mini-articles

Canadian universities

http://www.somosprimos.com/heritage.htm#Mini-articles

Myfuture.ca

Hyperhistory

El Oteador

www.hyperhistory.com

http://cvc.cervantes.es/oteador

History Links

United Nations

www.ukans.edu/history/VL

http://www.pbs.org/tal/un

OSS Policy Considerations

Teachers refer to The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, Classical Studies and International Languages, 2000. It is the responsibility of the teacher to review the necessary language structures in order to give students the basis for a successful learning experience. [Any resources to support anti-discrimination education, equity/social justice issues, career goals/cooperative education, community partnerships, and faith development support many of the Ontario Secondary School Policies as well as The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations.] Teachers are to be familiar with Ontario Secondary Schools, Grades 9 to 12: Program and Diploma Requirements, 1999.

 


Appendix 1A

Profesiones y carreras

el abogado

el actor

el arquitecto

el artista

el astronauta

el bibliotecario

el bombero

el camionero

el carnicero

el carpintero

el cartero

el científico

el contador

el dentista

el electricista

el enfermero

el granjero

el marino

el mecánico

el médico

el periodista

el pescador

el piloto

el plomero

el policía

el profesor

el soldado

el taxista

el veterinario

 

Appendix 1B

Creating a Presentation from Scratch using Computer Software

 

Required Materials: Computer slide presentation software, teacher librarian (if available), and a computer disk for each student in order to save work

Steps:

1.   Review basic concepts regarding computer slide presentation: slide, layout, views, (normal, outline, etc.).

2.   Review toolbars and icons needed to complete the assignment: standard, formatting, common tasks, etc.

3.   Start software and have students create a blank presentation.

4.   Students select the first highlighted slide using the New Slide dialogue box.

5.   Students key in Name and Course.

6.   Students create a second slide by clicking the New Slide Icon.

7.   Students select Auto layout Number 2.

8.   Students enter the title of their choice, then add 3 bulleted lines of text to complement the title.

9.   Students create a third slide by clicking the New Slide Icon.

10.  Students select the Auto layout slide that contains clip art on the left and bulleted text on the right.

11.  Students add an appropriate title, insert a clip art on the left and bulleted text to complement the image.

12.  Students create a fourth slide by clicking the New Slide Icon.

13.  Students use the Auto layout slide that contains the Title and Text (slide 2).

14.  Students create a concluding/closing slide of their information (students are to use the Promote and Demote button with this slide).

15.  Students use the menu bar to add a design template. The design template must be consistent with the information in the slides.

16.  Students save the presentation.

17.  Students print two copies: one for evaluation and one for their portfolio.

Appendix 2A

El ambiente político

el voto

el pasaporte

la visa

el emigrante

el inmigrante

la justicia

el senado

el presidente

el público

el ejército

el ministro

La Cruz Roja

la benevolencia

el/la policía

la autoridad

la seguridad

la elección

la democracia

el comunismo

el socialismo

el dictador

el líder

el comisario

las víctimas

los soldados

el juez

la república

los prisioneros

la guerra

el odio

el embajador

la economía

los detenidos

el majistrado

la paz

el amor

el terror

la estabilidad


Appendix 2B

Estudio de Página Web

 

Nombre ________________________________                              Fecha ____________________

 

Identifique un tema (un asunto) tomado de la página Web (escogido por su profesor). Use el siguiente esquema para evaluar la página Web en términos de facilidad de navegación y de contenido.

Búsqueda de un tema que Usted conoce bien/poco.                     Tema escogido ____________________

Enlaces Claves

La Navegación

q    Medios establecidos _____________________________________________________________

q    Conexiones anotados ____________________________________________________________

q    Página inicial fácil de conseguir ____________________________________________________

q    Elementos o colores comunes ______________________________________________________

q    Dirección del sitio Web siempre disponible ___________________________________________

q    Máximo dos enlaces necesarios para encontrar la información necesaria ___________________

Contenido

q    Preguntas frecuentemente hechas ____________________________________________________

q    Preciso y bien investigado __________________________________________________________

q    Comprensivo y de alta calidad _______________________________________________________

q    Corriente (al día) _________________________________________________________________

q    Fuentes documentadas _____________________________________________________________

q    Lecturas adicionales disponibles _____________________________________________________

Comentarios:

___________________________________________________________________________________

 

¿Cómo evaluaría Ud. el sitio en cuanto a la información disponible y su utilidad? Dé evidencia para justificar sus conclusiones. Escriba un párrafo en forma de reportaje evaluando la calidad total de la página Web.

Appendix 5A

Comparación de personajes literarios

 

Nombre __________________________                                          Fecha____________________

 

Complete el siguiente esquema para planear un ensayo de comparación de personajes literarios.

Obra literaria______________________         Elementos que quiero comparar___________________

 

Semejanzas

Diferencias

Primer punto de comparación

 

 

Segundo punto de comparación

 

 

Tercer punto de comparación

 

 


Appendix 5B

Analizar un ensayo literario

 

Nombre _________________________________                            Fecha ____________________

 

Use el siguiente espacio para evaluar el ensayo.

A/ Tesis – Escriba la declaración de la tesis.

_____________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

 

B/ Organización – Use el siguiente esquema para hacer apuntes del resumen del ensayo en el cual Ud. indicará la información más importante de cada párrafo.

 

Párrafo

Contenido

1

 

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

 

1.   ¿El autor ha usado la forma de bloque o de punto a punto?

 

2.   ¿El uso de comparación/metáforas, etc. ha sido una manera efectiva en comprobar la tesis? Explique.

 

C/ Conclusión -

1.   Evalue la eficacia de la conclusión con una nota de 1 a 5. 1 para una conclusión débil y 5 para una conclusión excelente. Nota _____

 

2.   Explique las razones de su evaluación.

 


Appendix 5C

Rúbrica para la destreza escrita

* This rubric is intended as formative/summative instrument to enable the student to acquire the highest achievement level.

Categoría/ Expectativas

Nivel 1
(50-59%)

Nivel 2
(60-69%)

Nivel 3
(70-79%)

Nivel 4
(80-100%)

Knowledge/ Understanding

Conocimiento de convenciones lingüísticas y de estructuras gramaticales (ej. tiempo de los verbos, ortografía, punctuación, vocabulario)

Conocimiento del contenido y del estilo de escritura

- demeustra conocimiento y exactitud limitado del uso de las convenciones lingüísticas y de las estructuras gramaticales

 

 

- demuestra una comprensión limitada en el desarrollo de un buen ensayo

- demeustra poco conocimiento  y exactitud del uso de las convenciones lingüísticas y de las estructuras gramaticales

 

 

- demuestra poca comprensión en el desarrollo de un buen ensayo

- demeustra un conocimiento y exactitud considerable del uso de las convenciones lingüísticas y de las estructuras gramaticales

 

- demuestra una comprensión considerable en el desarrollo de un buen ensayo

- demeustra un conocimiento y exactitud excelente del uso de las convenciones lingüísticas y de las estructuras gramáticales

 

- demuestra una comprensión excelente en el desarrollo de un buen ensayo

Thinking/Inquiry

Organización

 

 

 

 

 

 

Creatividad lingüística

- demuestra una destreza limitada en las transiones entre las ideas y hay una variedad mínima

 

 

- escribe siguiendo un modelo

- demuestra un poco de destreza  en las transiones entre las ideas y hay poca variedad

 

 

 

- escribe cambiando un poco el modelo que sigue

- demuestra una destreza considerable en las transiones entre las ideas y hay una variedad suficiente

 

- escribe cambiando suficientemente el modelo que sigue

- demuestra una destreza excelente en las transiones entre las ideas y hay una variedad enorme

 

 

- escribe creando su proprio estilo

Communication

Contenido/ Enfoque en el tema (ej. idea principal, desarollo de ideas, uso de información, etc.)

Secuencia (ej. organización, uso del lenguaje, uso de detalles, etc.)

- comunica las ideas e información de una manera limitada y confusa

 

 

 

- usa el lenguaje y los detalles de una manera limitada y vaga y necesita mucha organización y revisión

- comunica las ideas con poca organización y claridad y necesita más información de apoyo

 

 

- usa el lenguaje y los detalles de una manera original y necesita más organización y revisión

- comunica las ideas con suficiente información y claridad pero la información de apoyo es general

 

- usa el lenguaje y los detalles bastante bien y hay suficiente evidencia de organización y de revisión

- comunica las ideas con muchísima información detallada, con claridad y con confianza

 

- usa el lenguaje y los detalles de una manera excelente y hay una gran evidencia de organización y de revisión


Appendix 5C  (Continued)

 

Application

Introducción

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuentes para las citas y los hechos

 

 

 

 

Uso del proceso de escritura en nuevos contextos (ej. estructura gramaticales, introducción, conclusión, etc.)

- se limita en la organización y en la manera como introduce el tema principal así que la introducción ne es clara

 

- demuestra una destreza limitada en el uso correcto de fuentes para las citas y los hechos

 

- demuestra una habilidad limitada usando las estructuras gramaticales en el contexto de un ensayo

- introduce el tema de una manera general y poco clara

 

 

 

 

- demuestra poca destreza en el uso correcto de fuentes para las citas y los hechos

 

- demuestra poca habilidad usando las estructuras gramaticales correctamente en el contexto de un ensayo

- introduce el tema principal considerablemente bien así que la introducción es bastante clara y efectiva

 

- usa correctamente la mayor parte de fuentes para las citas y los hechos

 

- demuestra una habilidad considerable usando las estructuras gramaticales en el contexto de un ensayo

- introduce el tema principal de una manera excelente y la plantea de una manera creativa y muy clara

 

 

- demuestra una destreza excelente en el uso correcto de fuentes para las citas y los hechos

 

- demuestra una habilidad excelente usando las estructuras gramaticales correctamente y efectivamente en el contexto de un ensayo

Note: A student whose achievement is below Level 1 (50%) has not met the expectations for this assignment or activity.

 


Coded Expectations, International Languages, Level 4,
University Preparation, LBADU-LYXDU

Oral Communication: Listening

Overall Expectation

LIV.01 · demonstrate an understanding of a variety of oral messages, communicated in various situations and for a variety of purposes.

Specific Expectations

LI1.01 – demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level by responding appropriately to a variety of oral messages and identifying key ideas and information (e.g., comment on views expressed in conversations and discussions);

LI1.02 – demonstrate the ability to extract information from complex oral messages conveyed through various media and formal presentations (e.g., prepare a synopsis of a radio or television documentary that focuses on current issues);

LI1.03 – demonstrate an understanding of cultural aspects of the international language by identifying regional differences in language as well as different levels of language.

Oral Communication: Speaking

Overall Expectation

SPV.01 · communicate orally in various situations and for a variety of purposes, using language appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

SP1.01 – use standard pronunciation and intonation in the international language with accuracy and fluency;

SP1.02 – participate in conversations and group discussions using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., take part in a debate on desirable careers);

SP1.03 – express personal opinions and explain ideas in a variety of prepared and open-ended conversations (e.g., participate in a video conference with students from another school);

SP1.04 – demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of creative activities (e.g., dramatize a literary work).

Reading

Overall Expectation

REV.01 · read age- and language-appropriate passages from different sources for a variety of purposes.

Specific Expectations

RE1.01 – read, for comprehension of main ideas and supporting details, selections from a variety of texts,* including a minimum of three genres (e.g., novels, plays, film scripts);
*Note: students are expected to read at least 200 pages of text (100 intensive, 100 extensive) at this level.

RE1.02 – read aloud with accuracy and fluency;

RE1.03 – demonstrate the ability to make inferences and predictions concerning characters and events in   short stories and novels, as well as connections between ideas and facts in non-fiction works;

RE1.04 – respond to a range of texts in a variety of media by relating the ideas and themes to contemporary issues and personal experiences;

RE1.05 – demonstrate an understanding of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in a variety of complex and well-researched projects (e.g., prepare a presentation on a historical or cultural topic using a variety of print resources).

Writing

Overall Expectation

WRV.01 · write for a variety of purposes and audiences, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level.

Specific Expectations

WR1.01 – write reports and compositions, using vocabulary and language structures appropriate to the level (e.g., write a book or film review);

WR1.02 – express ideas and feelings in writing, using increasingly complex forms (e.g., write short essays and narrative, descriptive, and expository passages);

WR1.03 – revise and edit their work for accuracy of content and logical organization of ideas, with input from peers and the teacher;

WR1.04 – edit and proofread their work, with attention to accuracy in the use of vocabulary and language structures, using input from peers and the teacher as well as a variety of other resources (e.g., print and electronic dictionaries, spell-check and grammar features of software programs);

WR1.05 – demonstrate knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken in well-researched reports and essays (e.g., write an essay on the literature, music, or art of a country where the language is spoken).


Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations

 

The graduate is expected to be:

 

A Discerning Believer Formed in the Catholic Faith Community  who

CGE1a    -illustrates a basic understanding of the saving story of our Christian faith;

CGE1b    -participates in the sacramental life of the church and demonstrates an understanding of the centrality of the Eucharist to our Catholic story;

CGE1c    -actively reflects on God’s Word as communicated through the Hebrew and Christian scriptures;

CGE1d    -develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good;

CGE1e    -speaks the language of life... “recognizing that life is an unearned gift and that a person entrusted with life does not own it but that one is called to protect and cherish it.” (Witnesses to Faith);

CGE1f     -seeks intimacy with God and celebrates communion with God, others and creation through prayer and worship;

CGE1g    -understands that one’s purpose or call in life comes from God and strives to discern and live out this call throughout life’s journey;

CGE1h    -respects the faith traditions, world religions and the life-journeys of all people of good will;

CGE1i     -integrates faith with life;

CGE1j     -recognizes that “sin, human weakness, conflict and forgiveness are part of the human journey” and that the cross, the ultimate sign of forgiveness is at the heart of redemption. (Witnesses to Faith)

 

An Effective Communicator   who

CGE2a    -listens actively and critically to understand and learn in light of gospel values;

CGE2b    -reads, understands and uses written materials effectively;

CGE2c    -presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others;

CGE2d    -writes and speaks fluently one or both of Canada’s official languages;

CGE2e    -uses and integrates the Catholic faith tradition, in the critical analysis of the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance the quality of life.

 

A Reflective and Creative Thinker   who

CGE3a    -recognizes there is more grace in our world than sin and that hope is essential in facing all challenges;

CGE3b    -creates, adapts, evaluates new ideas in light of the common good;

CGE3c    -thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;

CGE3d    -makes decisions in light of gospel values with an informed moral conscience;

CGE3e    -adopts a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from various subject areas and experience;

CGE3f     -examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent systems (physical, political, ethical, socio-economic and ecological) for the development of a just and compassionate society.

 

A Self-Directed, Responsible, Life Long Learner who

CGE4a    -demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others;

CGE4b    -demonstrates flexibility and adaptability;

CGE4c    -takes initiative and demonstrates Christian leadership;

CGE4d    -responds to, manages and constructively influences change in a discerning manner;

CGE4e    -sets appropriate goals and priorities in school, work and personal life;

CGE4f     -applies effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time and resource management skills;

CGE4g    -examines and reflects on one’s personal values, abilities and aspirations influencing life’s choices and opportunities;

CGE4h    -participates in leisure and fitness activities for a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

 

A Collaborative Contributor who

CGE5a    -works effectively as an interdependent team member;

CGE5b    -thinks critically about the meaning and purpose of work;

CGE5c    -develops one’s God-given potential and makes a meaningful contribution to society;

CGE5d    -finds meaning, dignity, fulfillment and vocation in work which contributes to the common good;

CGE5e    -respects the rights, responsibilities and contributions of self and others;

CGE5f     -exercises Christian leadership in the achievement of individual and group goals;

CGE5g    -achieves excellence, originality, and integrity in one’s own work and supports these qualities in the work of others;

CGE5h    -applies skills for employability, self-employment and entrepreneurship relative to Christian vocation.

 

A Caring Family Member who

CGE6a    -relates to family members in a loving, compassionate and respectful manner;

CGE6b    -recognizes human intimacy and sexuality as God given gifts, to be used as the creator intended;

CGE6c    -values and honours the important role of the family in society;

CGE6d    -values and nurtures opportunities for family prayer;

CGE6e    -ministers to the family, school, parish, and wider community through service.

 

A Responsible Citizen who

CGE7a    -acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic traditions;

CGE7b    -accepts accountability for one’s own actions;

CGE7c    -seeks and grants forgiveness;

CGE7d    -promotes the sacredness of life;

CGE7e    -witnesses Catholic social teaching by promoting equality, democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful and compassionate society;

CGE7f     -respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of the world’s peoples and cultures;

CGE7g    -respects and understands the history, cultural heritage and pluralism of today’s contemporary society;

CGE7h    -exercises the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship;

CGE7i     -respects the environment and uses resources wisely;

CGE7j     -contributes to the common good.

 

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