WORLD LANGUAGES

School Year: 2023-2024  /  Number of Courses: 131

Department Overview

The study of languages is receiving increased emphasis due to today's world of international communication, travel, and the need to better understand our neighbors throughout the world. Study of another language not only provides individuals with the ability to express thoughts and ideas for their own purposes, but also provides them with access to perspectives and knowledge that is only available through the language and culture.The World Languages Department offers courses designed to meet both college entrance requirements and the interests and needs of all students. In sequential courses, spoken communication is given major emphasis. Reading and writing are emphasized at the novice, intermediate and advanced levels. As language competency cannot be separated from the culture and customs of the people who use it, all language courses will cover the history, civilization and customs of the target language in comparison to the learner’s language and culture. The proficiencies acquired through the study of languages and literatures give language learners cognitive, analytical, and communication skills that carry over into many other areas of their academic studies.

 


WL100F SPANISH 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Spanish begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of Spanish culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL100S SPANISH 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Spanish begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of Spanish culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL101F SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite. Basic or intermediate speaking and comprehension skills in Spanish.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed for heritage Spanish speakers. Major emphasis is placed on the development of Spanish literacy. Students will experience extensive study in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL101S SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite. Basic or intermediate speaking and comprehension skills in Spanish.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed for heritage Spanish speakers. Major emphasis is placed on the development of Spanish literacy. Students will experience extensive study in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL103F SPANISH 1 WITH ETHNIC STUDIES
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the Ethnic Studies graduation requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Spanish begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of Spanish culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL103S SPANISH 1 WITH ETHNIC STUDIES
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the Ethnic Studies graduation requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Spanish begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of Spanish culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL110F FRENCH 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of French begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are also started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered enabling students to handle the oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of French culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL110S FRENCH 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of French begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are also started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered enabling students to handle the oral and written language structures. The reading selections provide an overview of French culture with an emphasis on the differences of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL120F KOREAN 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the students fundamental skills in Korean. Students learn Korean letters, reading, writing, and fundamental conversation. Students learn Korean vowels, consonants, and correct language structure for basic conversation. Students can construct a simple essay in Korean. Vocabulary and elementary grammar are introduced. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles are emphasized. The skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the language are the essential elements of the course. The methods of correct pronunciation are emphasized.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL120S KOREAN 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the students fundamental skills in Korean. Students learn Korean letters, reading, writing, and fundamental conversation. Students learn Korean vowels, consonants, and correct language structure for basic conversation. Students can construct a simple essay in Korean. Vocabulary and elementary grammar are introduced. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles are emphasized. The skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the language are the essential elements of the course. The methods of correct pronunciation are emphasized.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL130F JAPANESE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Japanese begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL130S JAPANESE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The study of Japanese begins with emphasis on listening and speaking. The fundamentals of reading and writing are started at Level 1. Basic skills in grammar are covered, thus enabling students to handle oral and written language structures. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL140F ARABIC 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
None
UC - "E" Approved

This course is for non-heritage, non-native speaking students. Learners are provided opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and takes language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. Course topics are related to exploring the Arab world, self-introduction, family, friends, school, daily routine, food, restaurants, markets, clothing, likes and dislikes, directions and more.



WL140S ARABIC 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
None
UC - "E" Approved

This course is for non-heritage, non-native speaking students. Learners are provided opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and takes language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. Course topics are related to exploring the Arab world, self-introduction, family, friends, school, daily routine, food, restaurants, markets, clothing, likes and dislikes, directions and more.



WL141F ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Course is focused on Heritage Arabic Speakers.
UC - "E" Approved

Native Arabic-speaking students will participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. Students will explore the nature of growing up between the two worlds of the Arabic culture and the American culture, the uniqueness of interaction among their families and their community, and the potentials of promising future. Students will address topics related to self and the immediate environment, including family and friends, hobbies and activities, sports, school, social relationships, people in the community, professions and the working world, health, holiday and celebrations, cuisine and recipes, clothing and fashion, and more.



WL141S ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Course is focused on Heritage Arabic Speakers.
UC - "E" Approved

Native Arabic-speaking students will participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. Students will explore the nature of growing up between the two worlds of the Arabic culture and the American culture, the uniqueness of interaction among their families and their community, and the potentials of promising future. Students will address topics related to self and the immediate environment, including family and friends, hobbies and activities, sports, school, social relationships, people in the community, professions and the working world, health, holiday and celebrations, cuisine and recipes, clothing and fashion, and more.



WL150F MANDARIN 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the fundamental skills in Mandarin. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The reading selections provide an overview of Chinese culture.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL150S MANDARIN 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the fundamental skills in Mandarin. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The reading selections provide an overview of Chinese culture.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL160F AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

Students will learn basic signing techniques for the alphabet, numbers, and words. Students will practice dialog and will demonstrate basic comprehension skills through applications of conversation. Students will learn about interpreting as a career option and related certification requirements. Projects are assigned outside the formal classroom setting to provide practice opportunities and to develop proficiency in a real world setting. This course satisfies a year of a world language.



WL160S AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

Students will learn basic signing techniques for the alphabet, numbers, and words. Students will practice dialog and will demonstrate basic comprehension skills through applications of conversation. Students will learn about interpreting as a career option and related certification requirements. Projects are assigned outside the formal classroom setting to provide practice opportunities and to develop proficiency in a real world setting. This course satisfies a year of a world language.



WL170F VIETNAMESE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 1 course is the first year level in a series of four year courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop and appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course will develop student comprehension of the Vietnamese language, customs and traditions as they build their vocabulary and learn to decipher meaning. Students will build on their knowledge base of Vietnamese through vocabulary, grammar, Vietnamese tones, culture and history.



WL170S VIETNAMESE 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 1 course is the first year level in a series of four year courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop and appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course will develop student comprehension of the Vietnamese language, customs and traditions as they build their vocabulary and learn to decipher meaning. Students will build on their knowledge base of Vietnamese through vocabulary, grammar, Vietnamese tones, culture and history.



WL200F SPANISH 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic Spanish grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL200S SPANISH 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic Spanish grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL201F SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 2
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 1 or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an enriched year-long course for heritage Spanish-speaking students and students enrolled in a dual-language setting at the junior high level.. The major emphasis of this course is placed on the development of Spanish speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills at the intermediate level. The study of Hispanic literature and culture is integrated with Spanish Language Arts. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL201S SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 2
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 1 or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an enriched year-long course for heritage Spanish-speaking students and students enrolled in a dual-language setting at the junior high level.. The major emphasis of this course is placed on the development of Spanish speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills at the intermediate level. The study of Hispanic literature and culture is integrated with Spanish Language Arts. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL203F SPANISH 2 ETHNIC STUDIES
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

Ethnic studies is embedded in the Spanish 2 curriculum to improve the students’ language skills. They will participate in projects and assignments that allow them to analyze social justice and work towards equity and inclusivity, while discovering their own cultural identities. Projects will be produced in English and Spanish, following the requirements of the Spanish lessons. Each unit covers particular themes that center the voices of Indigenous/Native American, Black/African American, Chicanx/Latinx and Asian/Asian American and Pacific Islander. The activities will encourage the students to interact with each other and the school to help educate the school community and others about critical issues they encounter while nurturing inclusivity, empathy and student agency.



WL203S SPANISH 2 ETHNIC STUDIES
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

Ethnic studies is embedded in the Spanish 2 curriculum to improve the students’ language skills. They will participate in projects and assignments that allow them to analyze social justice and work towards equity and inclusivity, while discovering their own cultural identities. Projects will be produced in English and Spanish, following the requirements of the Spanish lessons. Each unit covers particular themes that center the voices of Indigenous/Native American, Black/African American, Chicanx/Latinx and Asian/Asian American and Pacific Islander. The activities will encourage the students to interact with each other and the school to help educate the school community and others about critical issues they encounter while nurturing inclusivity, empathy and student agency.



WL204F SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 2 ETHNIC STUDIES
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement. Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 1 or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course embeds ethnic studies in the Spanish II for Spanish Speakers curriculum to improve the students’ language skills within an ethnic studies framework. Students will participate in essay, creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects to have a better understanding of their own identities as well as others’. This course follows the California teaching standards for World Languages and Social Justice Framework.



WL204S SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 2 ETHNIC STUDIES
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement. Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 1 or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course embeds ethnic studies in the Spanish II for Spanish Speakers curriculum to improve the students’ language skills within an ethnic studies framework. Students will participate in essay, creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects to have a better understanding of their own identities as well as others’. This course follows the California teaching standards for World Languages and Social Justice Framework.



WL210F FRENCH 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL210S FRENCH 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL220F KOREAN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade "C" or better in Korean 1 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the fundamental language skills in Korean. Vocabulary and grammar are expanded. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles is emphasized. Students will construct a simple essay form in Korean. Topics include writing letters, diary, entries and descriptive essay. Supplementary reading material is selected in various sources: short story, poem, and modern magazine.



WL220S KOREAN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade "C" or better in Korean 1 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the fundamental language skills in Korean. Vocabulary and grammar are expanded. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles is emphasized. Students will construct a simple essay form in Korean. Topics include writing letters, diary, entries and descriptive essay. Supplementary reading material is selected in various sources: short story, poem, and modern magazine.



WL230F JAPANESE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic Japanese grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL230S JAPANESE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is a continuation of basic Japanese grammar, verb formation, vocabulary study, and listening and speaking exercises. The reading selections provide an overview of a segment of the culture with emphasis on an understanding of lifestyles and living conditions. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL240F ARABIC 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 1 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Learners are provided with opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational activities; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. In the first semester, the students will learn about suburban and rural life in the Arab world; will learn about pets, farm animals, and wild animals in their habitat and how to describe them; and will explore folk tales in the Arab world and how many of them impacted folk tales in the West. In the second semester, the students will learn about the Arabic countries’ locations on the map and the most important landmarks in some of them; will discuss most important holidays and celebrations in the Arab world; and will learn the names of different hobbies and sports and explore the most popular sports in the Arab world.



WL240S ARABIC 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 1 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Learners are provided with opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational activities; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. In the first semester, the students will learn about suburban and rural life in the Arab world; will learn about pets, farm animals, and wild animals in their habitat and how to describe them; and will explore folk tales in the Arab world and how many of them impacted folk tales in the West. In the second semester, the students will learn about the Arabic countries’ locations on the map and the most important landmarks in some of them; will discuss most important holidays and celebrations in the Arab world; and will learn the names of different hobbies and sports and explore the most popular sports in the Arab world.



WL241F ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 1 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Learners are provided with opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational activities; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. In the first semester, the students will learn about significant historical figures in the Arab world in different fields, will explore traditional and contemporary arts in the Arab world, and will learn about the evolution of clothing and fashion across modern ages in the Arab world. In the second semester, the students will explore different hobbies and sports in the Arab world and in the US including non-traditional ones; will discuss major threats to the environment, their causes, and possible solutions; and will examine the evolution and the impact of social media in the past decade and which platforms are the most popular among young people in the Arab world, in the US, and in the entire world.



WL241S ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 1 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Learners are provided with opportunities to participate in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational activities; experience cultural products and practices and reflect on the perspectives that underlie them; acquire knowledge and new perspectives from authentic target language sources; learn about the nature of language and culture and how each manifests itself in human communication; and take language beyond the classroom in real-world interactions. In the first semester, the students will learn about significant historical figures in the Arab world in different fields, will explore traditional and contemporary arts in the Arab world, and will learn about the evolution of clothing and fashion across modern ages in the Arab world. In the second semester, the students will explore different hobbies and sports in the Arab world and in the US including non-traditional ones; will discuss major threats to the environment, their causes, and possible solutions; and will examine the evolution and the impact of social media in the past decade and which platforms are the most popular among young people in the Arab world, in the US, and in the entire world.



WL250F MANDARIN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Mandarin 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with the added component of research and presentation. Research topics of a comparative nature between the Mandarin and the American ways of life are a major focus, and oral presentations are required with the associated research. Reading selections are broader in scope and content, with emphasis in the development of writing styles and reading comprehension.



WL250S MANDARIN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Mandarin 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with the added component of research and presentation. Research topics of a comparative nature between the Mandarin and the American ways of life are a major focus, and oral presentations are required with the associated research. Reading selections are broader in scope and content, with emphasis in the development of writing styles and reading comprehension.



WL260F AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
American Sign Language I with a "C" or better and complete function of at least one hand.
UC - "E" Approved

Students expand vocabulary and signing techniques for the alphabet, numbers, and words. Students will practice dialog and will demonstrate comprehension skills through applications of conversation, storytelling, and interpretation. Students will learn about interpreting as a career option and related certification requirements. Projects are assigned outside the formal classroom setting to provide practice opportunities and to develop proficiency in a real world setting. This course satisfies a year of a world language.



WL260S AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
American Sign Language I with a "C" or better and complete function of at least one hand.
UC - "E" Approved

Students expand vocabulary and signing techniques for the alphabet, numbers, and words. Students will practice dialog and will demonstrate comprehension skills through applications of conversation, storytelling, and interpretation. Students will learn about interpreting as a career option and related certification requirements. Projects are assigned outside the formal classroom setting to provide practice opportunities and to develop proficiency in a real world setting. This course satisfies a year of a world language.



WL270F VIETNAMESE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommended: Successful completion of Vietnamese 1 with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 2 course is the second year level in a series of four year courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students’ opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, and address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course is aligned with the World Language National Standards, the California World Language State Standards, and California Common Core State Standards. Although there is no AP Vietnamese course in existence, this course has been aligned to the AP World Language themes in order to maintain the American Councils of Foreign Language (ACTFL) and the College Board’s World Language Program expectations that Anaheim Union high School District has adopted. All six units have a series of formative assessments to guide teacher practices and performance based summative assessments to evaluate student progression in their language skills in alignment to the ACTFL "Can do" statements.



WL270S VIETNAMESE 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommended: Successful completion of Vietnamese 1 with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 2 course is the second year level in a series of four year courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students’ opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, and address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course is aligned with the World Language National Standards, the California World Language State Standards, and California Common Core State Standards. Although there is no AP Vietnamese course in existence, this course has been aligned to the AP World Language themes in order to maintain the American Councils of Foreign Language (ACTFL) and the College Board’s World Language Program expectations that Anaheim Union high School District has adopted. All six units have a series of formative assessments to guide teacher practices and performance based summative assessments to evaluate student progression in their language skills in alignment to the ACTFL "Can do" statements.



WL300F SPANISH 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

One of the major goals of Spanish 3 is to be able to communicate more ideas and carry on a conversation in Spanish on a variety of topics. Reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Besides studying short articles from magazines and newspapers, students are introduced to the novel, the short story, and poetry. The studying of grammar forms and vocabulary are essential at this level. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL300S SPANISH 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

One of the major goals of Spanish 3 is to be able to communicate more ideas and carry on a conversation in Spanish on a variety of topics. Reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Besides studying short articles from magazines and newspapers, students are introduced to the novel, the short story, and poetry. The studying of grammar forms and vocabulary are essential at this level. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL301F SPANISH 3 MEDICAL SPANISH
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of a level 2 Spanish course or teacher recommendation. World language course for students enrolled in a Medical Pathway.
UC - "E" Approved

Spanish 3 Medical Spanish is an intermediate Spanish course in which students develop language skills that will prepare them to be college and career ready. Students will develop Spanish fluency through authentic and engaging uses of language – both oral and written – and through strategically crafted opportunities to practice newly learned language structures with different contexts. The course will include the following components: 1) Engagement of students in learning tasks that will promote Spanish language development with a focus on medical terminology and contexts. 2) Intentional use of structured oral academic conversations between students that develops their ability to elaborate, and to use medical terminology accurately in the target language. 3) Students will explore cultural topics that include: use of herbal medication in Spanish speaking cultures; the fear of the medical profession in Spanish speaking cultures; the role of family; language barriers; contrasting colloquial versus professional Spanish; and understanding educational background differences with Spanish speaking people in California. 4) Culminating written and oral projects that engage students in research.



WL301S SPANISH 3 MEDICAL SPANISH
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of a level 2 Spanish course or teacher recommendation. World language course for students enrolled in a Medical Pathway.
UC - "E" Approved

Spanish 3 Medical Spanish is an intermediate Spanish course in which students develop language skills that will prepare them to be college and career ready. Students will develop Spanish fluency through authentic and engaging uses of language – both oral and written – and through strategically crafted opportunities to practice newly learned language structures with different contexts. The course will include the following components: 1) Engagement of students in learning tasks that will promote Spanish language development with a focus on medical terminology and contexts. 2) Intentional use of structured oral academic conversations between students that develops their ability to elaborate, and to use medical terminology accurately in the target language. 3) Students will explore cultural topics that include: use of herbal medication in Spanish speaking cultures; the fear of the medical profession in Spanish speaking cultures; the role of family; language barriers; contrasting colloquial versus professional Spanish; and understanding educational background differences with Spanish speaking people in California. 4) Culminating written and oral projects that engage students in research.



WL302F SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 and/or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an enriched year-long course for heritage Spanish-speaking students and students enrolled in a dual-language setting at the junior high level.. The major emphasis of this course is the development of Spanish speaking, reading, listening, and writing at an advanced level. The study of Hispanic literature and culture is integrated with Spanish Language Arts. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL302S SPANISH FOR SPAN SPEAKERS 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 and/or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an enriched year-long course for heritage Spanish-speaking students and students enrolled in a dual-language setting at the junior high level.. The major emphasis of this course is the development of Spanish speaking, reading, listening, and writing at an advanced level. The study of Hispanic literature and culture is integrated with Spanish Language Arts. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL303F SPANISH SPEAKERS 3/ CHICANX CULTURE & IDENTITY
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 and/or teacher recommendation. This course satisfied the Ethnic Studies graduation requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The Chicanx Culture and Identity course will explore the marginalization of minority groups in the Spanish Speaking countries and the United States, paying particular attention to how the literature explores racism, discrimination, and rises above oppression. As students read, they will analyze how racism and discrimination has shaped the identity of the writer and their culture. By participating in class discussions students will see how racism and discrimination are still present today and how this affects them. By reading different genres of literature, students will examine the experiences and conditions of each minority group covered in the course and their push towards equality while maintaining their identity. Students will also participate in essay, creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects, which will allow them to think about their own cultural identity as well as others. Each unit will cover a variety of themes that will allow students to engage in critical scholarship, in order to embrace their cultural identity and that of others.



WL303S SPANISH SPEAKERS 3/ CHICANX CULTURE & IDENTITY
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 and/or teacher recommendation. This course satisfied the Ethnic Studies graduation requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The Chicanx Culture and Identity course will explore the marginalization of minority groups in the Spanish Speaking countries and the United States, paying particular attention to how the literature explores racism, discrimination, and rises above oppression. As students read, they will analyze how racism and discrimination has shaped the identity of the writer and their culture. By participating in class discussions students will see how racism and discrimination are still present today and how this affects them. By reading different genres of literature, students will examine the experiences and conditions of each minority group covered in the course and their push towards equality while maintaining their identity. Students will also participate in essay, creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects, which will allow them to think about their own cultural identity as well as others. Each unit will cover a variety of themes that will allow students to engage in critical scholarship, in order to embrace their cultural identity and that of others.



WL304F SPANISH 3- ETHNIC STUDIES/ LATINO STUDIES
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The course embeds Ethnic Studies in the Spanish III curriculum to improve the students language skills and provide them with an understanding of racism and discrimination and their impacts on individuals and the societies in which they live. Students will participate in essay and creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects that allow them to think about their own cultural identity as well as others. Each unit will cover a variety of themes related to Latinx communities that will allow students to engage in critical scholarship in order to embrace their cultural identity and that of others.



WL304S SPANISH 3- ETHNIC STUDIES/ LATINO STUDIES
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
This course meets the AUHSD Ethnic Studies Graduation Requirement.
UC - "E" Approved

The course embeds Ethnic Studies in the Spanish III curriculum to improve the students language skills and provide them with an understanding of racism and discrimination and their impacts on individuals and the societies in which they live. Students will participate in essay and creative and reflective writing, discussions, and projects that allow them to think about their own cultural identity as well as others. Each unit will cover a variety of themes related to Latinx communities that will allow students to engage in critical scholarship in order to embrace their cultural identity and that of others.



WL310F FRENCH 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

One of the major goals of French 3 is to be able to communicate more complex ideas and carry on a conversation in French on a wide variety of topics. Reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral and listening exercises. Besides studying shorter articles from magazines and newspapers, students are introduced to the novel, short stories, and poetry. The study of grammar forms and vocabulary are essential at this level.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL310S FRENCH 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

One of the major goals of French 3 is to be able to communicate more complex ideas and carry on a conversation in French on a wide variety of topics. Reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral and listening exercises. Besides studying shorter articles from magazines and newspapers, students are introduced to the novel, short stories, and poetry. The study of grammar forms and vocabulary are essential at this level.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL320F KOREAN 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade of "C" or better in Korean 2 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course supports students' increased mastery in Korean. Vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Students are able to communicate ideas and converse in Korean. Students are exposed to the various Korean cultures including a study of geography, history, cultural traditions, art, and daily life. Reading selections are taken from magazines, newspapers, and literary works.



WL320S KOREAN 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade of "C" or better in Korean 2 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course supports students' increased mastery in Korean. Vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Students are able to communicate ideas and converse in Korean. Students are exposed to the various Korean cultures including a study of geography, history, cultural traditions, art, and daily life. Reading selections are taken from magazines, newspapers, and literary works.



WL330F JAPANESE 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to support students in increased mastery of Japanese. Students increase their vocabulary, their control of grammatical structures, and their cultural awareness. The skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are expanded. Students will learn to read and write an increased number of kanji. The course uses readings of current topics relevant to Japan or the study of Japanese as the basis for continued study of the language's vocabulary, grammar, expressions, and thought. Students practice such language functions as indicating desires, referring to past experiences and things one has heard, expressing intentions and subjective judgments, among others.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL330S JAPANESE 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 2, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to support students in increased mastery of Japanese. Students increase their vocabulary, their control of grammatical structures, and their cultural awareness. The skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are expanded. Students will learn to read and write an increased number of kanji. The course uses readings of current topics relevant to Japan or the study of Japanese as the basis for continued study of the language's vocabulary, grammar, expressions, and thought. Students practice such language functions as indicating desires, referring to past experiences and things one has heard, expressing intentions and subjective judgments, among others.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL340F ARABIC 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Arabic 2 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Arabic 3 P is a third-year Intermediate level course to help students continue to develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Arabic language, in accordance to the cultural practices of the Arab world. Arabic 3 P helps students to build upon their learning from Arabic 2 P. The main purpose of the Arabic 3 P courses is to continue to develop student proficiency in communication, building upon their learning in Arabic 2 P, by using the Arabic language according to the cultural practices of the Arabic-speaking world. Arabic 3 P takes students with novice-med level to intermediate-low level across listening, speaking, reading, and writing, per ACTFL Performances Guidelines. Arabic 3 P also serves to continue to develop an awareness of the history, geography, and cultural products of the Arabic-speaking world. Students deepen their investigation of community, festivities, cultural norms, practices, and traditions (e.g., gender roles). In addition, Arabic 2 P connects language learning between Arabic, English and the student's home language, if applicable. Upon completion on Arabic 3 P, students will be able to generate questions and responses in Arabic and communicate with people within and beyond the school setting.



WL340S ARABIC 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Arabic 2 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Arabic 3 P is a third-year Intermediate level course to help students continue to develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Arabic language, in accordance to the cultural practices of the Arab world. Arabic 3 P helps students to build upon their learning from Arabic 2 P. The main purpose of the Arabic 3 P courses is to continue to develop student proficiency in communication, building upon their learning in Arabic 2 P, by using the Arabic language according to the cultural practices of the Arabic-speaking world. Arabic 3 P takes students with novice-med level to intermediate-low level across listening, speaking, reading, and writing, per ACTFL Performances Guidelines. Arabic 3 P also serves to continue to develop an awareness of the history, geography, and cultural products of the Arabic-speaking world. Students deepen their investigation of community, festivities, cultural norms, practices, and traditions (e.g., gender roles). In addition, Arabic 2 P connects language learning between Arabic, English and the student's home language, if applicable. Upon completion on Arabic 3 P, students will be able to generate questions and responses in Arabic and communicate with people within and beyond the school setting.



WL341F ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic for Arabic Speakers 2 P with a "C" or better.
UC - "E" Approved

Students will learn about some important events in the modern history of the Arab World on the level of politics, economy, and societies. In addition, students will investigate the refugees’ crisis in the entire world in general and in the Arab World in specific. Students will explore different aspects of technology progress and its effects on human lives. They will assess negative versus positive consequences of technology on physical and mental health, social lives, education, career, daily lives, and our future. Students will also explore different domains of community services and volunteer work within the United States and overseas in different fields such as education, health, environment, animal rescue, etc. Students will explore the most important characteristics of and the most famous dishes in the Arabic cuisine across the Arab World and will compare popular foods in the American culture. Finally, students will explore media, television, radio, and movies in the Arab World, will compare the characteristics of media under a democratic system versus the characteristics of media under an autocratic system, and will investigate how media is capable of shaping societies.



WL341S ARABIC FOR ARABIC SPEAKERS 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic for Arabic Speakers 2 P with a "C" or better.
UC - "E" Approved

Students will learn about some important events in the modern history of the Arab World on the level of politics, economy, and societies. In addition, students will investigate the refugees’ crisis in the entire world in general and in the Arab World in specific. Students will explore different aspects of technology progress and its effects on human lives. They will assess negative versus positive consequences of technology on physical and mental health, social lives, education, career, daily lives, and our future. Students will also explore different domains of community services and volunteer work within the United States and overseas in different fields such as education, health, environment, animal rescue, etc. Students will explore the most important characteristics of and the most famous dishes in the Arabic cuisine across the Arab World and will compare popular foods in the American culture. Finally, students will explore media, television, radio, and movies in the Arab World, will compare the characteristics of media under a democratic system versus the characteristics of media under an autocratic system, and will investigate how media is capable of shaping societies.



WL350F MANDARIN 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Mandarin 2.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to further increase students' proficiency and competency in understanding, listening, speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin. More sophisticated grammatical structures will be introduced at this level.



WL350S MANDARIN 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Mandarin 2.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to further increase students' proficiency and competency in understanding, listening, speaking, reading and writing in Mandarin. More sophisticated grammatical structures will be introduced at this level.



WL360F AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
American Sign Language II with a "C" or better and complete function of at least one hand.
UC - "E" Approved

This course expands emphasis on American Sign Language (ASL) grammatical features such as location classifiers, quantifiers, temporal aspect inflection and spatial agreement and the ability to demonstrate abstract ideas and concepts, vocabulary development, Deaf culture, interpreting as a career option, and certification requirements. Advanced application in dialogue, short stories, narratives, and short conversation, both receptive and expressive, are featured throughout the course. In addition to written assignments, reports, and projects, students will also be required to attend three Deaf events, and turn in lab activities. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary for entry-level employment.



WL360S AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
American Sign Language II with a "C" or better and complete function of at least one hand.
UC - "E" Approved

This course expands emphasis on American Sign Language (ASL) grammatical features such as location classifiers, quantifiers, temporal aspect inflection and spatial agreement and the ability to demonstrate abstract ideas and concepts, vocabulary development, Deaf culture, interpreting as a career option, and certification requirements. Advanced application in dialogue, short stories, narratives, and short conversation, both receptive and expressive, are featured throughout the course. In addition to written assignments, reports, and projects, students will also be required to attend three Deaf events, and turn in lab activities. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary for entry-level employment.



WL370F VIETNAMESE 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Vietnamese 2 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 3 course is the third year level in series of four years courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target languages in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students’ opportunities to acquires information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, and address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course is aligned with the World Language National Standards, the California World Language State Standards and California Common Core State Standards. Although there is no AP Vietnamese course in existence, this course has been aligned to the AP World Language themes in order to maintain the American Councils of Foreign Language (ACTFL) and the College Board’s World Languages Program expectations that Anaheim Union High School District has adopted. All six units have a series of formative assessments to guide teacher practices and a performance based summative to evaluate students progression in their language skills in alignment to the ACTFL "Can do" statements.



WL370S VIETNAMESE 3
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Vietnamese 2 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Vietnamese 3 course is the third year level in series of four years courses designed to teach students how to communicate in the target languages in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students’ opportunities to acquires information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further their knowledge of other disciplines, and address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course is aligned with the World Language National Standards, the California World Language State Standards and California Common Core State Standards. Although there is no AP Vietnamese course in existence, this course has been aligned to the AP World Language themes in order to maintain the American Councils of Foreign Language (ACTFL) and the College Board’s World Languages Program expectations that Anaheim Union High School District has adopted. All six units have a series of formative assessments to guide teacher practices and a performance based summative to evaluate students progression in their language skills in alignment to the ACTFL "Can do" statements.



WL400F SPANISH 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 3 and/or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL400S SPANISH 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 3 and/or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL401F SPANISH 4 HONORS
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of a Spanish 3 or Spanish 3 (HP)
UC - "E" Approved

This is a rigorous college-prep course taught exclusively in the target language that requires students to improve their proficiency in speaking, writing, reading and listening. The course integrates authentic print, audio and audiovisual resources as well as traditional literature, essays, poetry and published news/current events articles. Students communicate using rich, advanced vocabulary and linguistic structures, building proficiency in all areas of language production and comprehension.



WL401S SPANISH 4 HONORS
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of a Spanish 3 or Spanish 3 (HP)
UC - "E" Approved

This is a rigorous college-prep course taught exclusively in the target language that requires students to improve their proficiency in speaking, writing, reading and listening. The course integrates authentic print, audio and audiovisual resources as well as traditional literature, essays, poetry and published news/current events articles. Students communicate using rich, advanced vocabulary and linguistic structures, building proficiency in all areas of language production and comprehension.



WL402F AP SPANISH LANGUAGE/CULTURE
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 3 or 4, Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 or 3, or teacher recommendation (note: AP Spanish courses may be reversed in order or taken simultaneously if a student’s schedule allows).
UC - "E" Approved

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. This course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. This course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music , laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL402S AP SPANISH LANGUAGE/CULTURE
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 3 or 4, Spanish For Spanish Speakers 2 or 3, or teacher recommendation (note: AP Spanish courses may be reversed in order or taken simultaneously if a student’s schedule allows).
UC - "E" Approved

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. This course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. This course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music , laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL403F AP SPANISH LITERATURE/CULTURE
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 4, Spanish for Spanish Speakers 3, or AP Spanish Language and Culture, or teacher recommendation (note: AP Spanish courses may be reversed in order or taken simultaneously if a student’s schedule allows).
UC - "E" Approved

The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts (short stories, novels, poetry, and essays) from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and United States Hispanic literature. Students develop proficiencies across the full range of communication modes (interpersonal, presentational, and interpretive), thereby honing their critical reading and analytical writing skills. Literature is examined within the context of its time and place, as students reflect on the many voices and cultures present in the required readings. The course also includes a strong focus on cultural connections and comparisons, including exploration of various media (e.g., art, film, articles, literary criticism). This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL403S AP SPANISH LITERATURE/CULTURE
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Spanish 4, Spanish for Spanish Speakers 3, or AP Spanish Language and Culture, or teacher recommendation (note: AP Spanish courses may be reversed in order or taken simultaneously if a student’s schedule allows).
UC - "E" Approved

The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts (short stories, novels, poetry, and essays) from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and United States Hispanic literature. Students develop proficiencies across the full range of communication modes (interpersonal, presentational, and interpretive), thereby honing their critical reading and analytical writing skills. Literature is examined within the context of its time and place, as students reflect on the many voices and cultures present in the required readings. The course also includes a strong focus on cultural connections and comparisons, including exploration of various media (e.g., art, film, articles, literary criticism). This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL404F SPANISH 5/SPANISH & LATIN AMER CULTURE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of an AP Spanish Language course or Teacher Recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

Too often in Spanish courses the focus is grammar, literature, and writing. The history of these nations and a deeper analysis of the culture is often overlooked. This rich history is rarely taught in U.S. history and Ethnic studies focuses on Chicano history, not Latin America as a whole. This history is deserving of an entire course that will delve into the rich history of the many countries that make up Latino culture. Spanish and Latin American Culture is the study of the culture of the people of Spain and Latin American inheritance, with a major focus on Mexican Americans. This includes the study of history, geography and culture, including art, architecture, food, literature and music. Authors, artists, historical figures and social development will be discussed. Students will continue to develop fluency and accuracy in writing and speaking by accessing many primary sources, such as newspapers and magazine articles. They will increase the breadth and richness of their vocabulary and the control and accuracy of structure and idioms. The course is taught entirely in Spanish.



WL404S SPANISH 5/SPANISH & LATIN AMER CULTURE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of an AP Spanish Language course or Teacher Recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

Too often in Spanish courses the focus is grammar, literature, and writing. The history of these nations and a deeper analysis of the culture is often overlooked. This rich history is rarely taught in U.S. history and Ethnic studies focuses on Chicano history, not Latin America as a whole. This history is deserving of an entire course that will delve into the rich history of the many countries that make up Latino culture. Spanish and Latin American Culture is the study of the culture of the people of Spain and Latin American inheritance, with a major focus on Mexican Americans. This includes the study of history, geography and culture, including art, architecture, food, literature and music. Authors, artists, historical figures and social development will be discussed. Students will continue to develop fluency and accuracy in writing and speaking by accessing many primary sources, such as newspapers and magazine articles. They will increase the breadth and richness of their vocabulary and the control and accuracy of structure and idioms. The course is taught entirely in Spanish.



WL405F SPANISH 5/SPANISH FILM & LITERATURE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Spanish Speakers 3 or AP Spanish Language and Culture/Literature with a B or higher.
UC - "E" Approved

In this advanced Spanish course, students will further develop their language, literary and critical thinking skills through the study of Spanish and Latin American films. Each unit will focus on one of the AP Themes (developed by the College Board for AP Spanish Language and Culture 2016) and their recommended concepts for communicating about real-life issues and make connections to their own life experiences, as they watch and analyze the films and literature. Students will read film analyses, literature based on the films; learn about the historical background; develop and present their opinion and research, in written and oral presentations. Students will also collaborate in creative projects using technology and will make connections to other cultures on the themes studied in class. Students will be also given opportunities to review grammar and vocabulary concepts studied in previous courses. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish.



WL405S SPANISH 5/SPANISH FILM & LITERATURE
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Spanish Speakers 3 or AP Spanish Language and Culture/Literature with a B or higher.
UC - "E" Approved

In this advanced Spanish course, students will further develop their language, literary and critical thinking skills through the study of Spanish and Latin American films. Each unit will focus on one of the AP Themes (developed by the College Board for AP Spanish Language and Culture 2016) and their recommended concepts for communicating about real-life issues and make connections to their own life experiences, as they watch and analyze the films and literature. Students will read film analyses, literature based on the films; learn about the historical background; develop and present their opinion and research, in written and oral presentations. Students will also collaborate in creative projects using technology and will make connections to other cultures on the themes studied in class. Students will be also given opportunities to review grammar and vocabulary concepts studied in previous courses. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish.



WL410F FRENCH 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals, and novels; writing original work and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL410S FRENCH 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals, and novels; writing original work and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL411F FRENCH 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

French 4 Honors is a rigorous, enriching course that will help to strengthen and develop advanced proficiency in oral and written French as well as reading and listening comprehension in preparation for completion of the requirements for the Seal of Biliteracy. This course includes conversation practice, vocabulary acquisition, grammar exercises, email as well as essay writing in the context of 4 cultural themes. Students explore works of literature (autobiographical/sociological/fiction/poetry/fairy tales/etc.), movies, and current events to sharpen their critical thinking skills and understand the cultural and social contexts of the francophone countries. French 4 Honors focuses on the development of a greater appreciation for the culture of the francophone world as well as understanding its historical, socio economical, and contemporary civilizations. In addition, there is increased emphasis on advanced-level reading, writing and audio comprehension. The students will watch and/or listen to French/Francophone movies, short videos, news broadcasts, interviews and popular songs.



WL411S FRENCH 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

French 4 Honors is a rigorous, enriching course that will help to strengthen and develop advanced proficiency in oral and written French as well as reading and listening comprehension in preparation for completion of the requirements for the Seal of Biliteracy. This course includes conversation practice, vocabulary acquisition, grammar exercises, email as well as essay writing in the context of 4 cultural themes. Students explore works of literature (autobiographical/sociological/fiction/poetry/fairy tales/etc.), movies, and current events to sharpen their critical thinking skills and understand the cultural and social contexts of the francophone countries. French 4 Honors focuses on the development of a greater appreciation for the culture of the francophone world as well as understanding its historical, socio economical, and contemporary civilizations. In addition, there is increased emphasis on advanced-level reading, writing and audio comprehension. The students will watch and/or listen to French/Francophone movies, short videos, news broadcasts, interviews and popular songs.



WL412F AP FRENCH LANGUAGE/CULTURE
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3 or 4 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The AP French Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. This course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in French. This course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions).This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL412S AP FRENCH LANGUAGE/CULTURE
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of French 3 or 4 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The AP French Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. This course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in French. This course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions).This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL420F KOREAN 4
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL420S KOREAN 4
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL421F KOREAN 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Korean 4 Honors course was developed to adhere to the California World Language Standard Stage IV for Advanced Level for Korean Language learners. The Korean 4 Honors course will build students formal, informal and academic language in the target language. The students will further their literacy skills and content knowledge to become proficient in the Korean language. The Korean 4 Honors course will strategically and intentionally emphasize second language development, structured oral and written practice, reading comprehension, and writing skills. A culturally and linguistically rich course of study will provide students with the foundation necessary to use the language in social and academic settings. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL421S KOREAN 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Korean 4 Honors course was developed to adhere to the California World Language Standard Stage IV for Advanced Level for Korean Language learners. The Korean 4 Honors course will build students formal, informal and academic language in the target language. The students will further their literacy skills and content knowledge to become proficient in the Korean language. The Korean 4 Honors course will strategically and intentionally emphasize second language development, structured oral and written practice, reading comprehension, and writing skills. A culturally and linguistically rich course of study will provide students with the foundation necessary to use the language in social and academic settings. This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL424F KOREAN 5/KOREAN AMERICAN CULTURE HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 4 H, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Too often in Korean courses, the focus is grammar, literature, and writing. The history of the nation and a deeper analysis of the culture is often overlooked. This rich history is rarely taught in U.S. history and Ethnic studies focuses on Korean history, not Korea as a whole. This history is deserving of an entire course that will delve into the rich history of the many countries that make up Korean culture. Korean and Korean American Culture is the study of the culture of the people of Korea and Korean American inheritance, with a major focus on Korean Americans. This includes the study of history, geography and culturUnit 1 Title: Gojoseone, including art, architecture, food, literature and music. Authors, artists, historical figures and social development will be discussed. Students will continue to develop fluency and accuracy in writing and speaking by accessing many primary sources, such as newspapers and magazine articles. They will increase the breadth and richness of their vocabulary and the control and accuracy of structure and idioms. The course is taught entirely in Korean.



WL424S KOREAN 5/KOREAN AMERICAN CULTURE HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 4 H, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Too often in Korean courses, the focus is grammar, literature, and writing. The history of the nation and a deeper analysis of the culture is often overlooked. This rich history is rarely taught in U.S. history and Ethnic studies focuses on Korean history, not Korea as a whole. This history is deserving of an entire course that will delve into the rich history of the many countries that make up Korean culture. Korean and Korean American Culture is the study of the culture of the people of Korea and Korean American inheritance, with a major focus on Korean Americans. This includes the study of history, geography and culturUnit 1 Title: Gojoseone, including art, architecture, food, literature and music. Authors, artists, historical figures and social development will be discussed. Students will continue to develop fluency and accuracy in writing and speaking by accessing many primary sources, such as newspapers and magazine articles. They will increase the breadth and richness of their vocabulary and the control and accuracy of structure and idioms. The course is taught entirely in Korean.



WL425F KOREAN 6/KOREAN FILM & LIT HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 4 H, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

In this advanced Korean course, students will further develop their language, literary and critical thinking skills through the study of Korean drama, documentary, film, Each usit will focus on one of the NEWLK (AP College Board Endorsed) and IKEN (International Korean Educators Network) Themes concepts for communicating about real-life issues and make connections to their own life experiences, as they watch and analyze the drama, films, and literature. Students will read drama, film analysis, literature based on the films; learn about the historical background; develop and present their opinion and research, in written and oral presentations. Students will also collaborate in creative projects using technology and will make connections to other cultures in the theme studies class.Students will also be given opportunities to review grammar and vocabulary concepts studied in previous courses. This course will be conducted entirely in Korean.



WL425S KOREAN 6/KOREAN FILM & LIT HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 4 H, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

In this advanced Korean course, students will further develop their language, literary and critical thinking skills through the study of Korean drama, documentary, film, Each usit will focus on one of the NEWLK (AP College Board Endorsed) and IKEN (International Korean Educators Network) Themes concepts for communicating about real-life issues and make connections to their own life experiences, as they watch and analyze the drama, films, and literature. Students will read drama, film analysis, literature based on the films; learn about the historical background; develop and present their opinion and research, in written and oral presentations. Students will also collaborate in creative projects using technology and will make connections to other cultures in the theme studies class.Students will also be given opportunities to review grammar and vocabulary concepts studied in previous courses. This course will be conducted entirely in Korean.



WL430F JAPANESE 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 3 and teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL430S JAPANESE 4
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Japanese 3 and teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL431F JAPANESE 5 HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Japanese 4 P or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

By successful completion of high school Japanese 5 Honors, students will, with increasing proficiency, continue to: Communicate in Languages Other Than English - engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions. - understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. - present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. Gain Knowledge and Understanding of Other Cultures - demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. - demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. Connect with Other Disciplines and Acquire information - reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language. - acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the foreign language and its cultures. Through Comparisons Develop Insight into the Nature of Language and Culture - demonstrate understanding of the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own. - demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the cultures studied and their own. Participate in Multilingual Communities at Home and Around the World - use the language both within and beyond the school setting. - show evidence of becoming life-long learners by using the language for personal enjoyment and enrichment.



WL431S JAPANESE 5 HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Successful completion of Japanese 4 P or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

By successful completion of high school Japanese 5 Honors, students will, with increasing proficiency, continue to: Communicate in Languages Other Than English - engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions. - understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics. - present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. Gain Knowledge and Understanding of Other Cultures - demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the culture studied. - demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the products and perspectives of the culture studied. Connect with Other Disciplines and Acquire information - reinforce and further their knowledge of other disciplines through the foreign language. - acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the foreign language and its cultures. Through Comparisons Develop Insight into the Nature of Language and Culture - demonstrate understanding of the nature of language through comparisons of the language studied and their own. - demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of the cultures studied and their own. Participate in Multilingual Communities at Home and Around the World - use the language both within and beyond the school setting. - show evidence of becoming life-long learners by using the language for personal enjoyment and enrichment.



WL440F ARABIC 4
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Arabic 3 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to provide students with additional opportunities to develop their linguistic and cultural proficiencies. This class will focus on consolidating the skills gained in the previous three levels while improving the ability of students to conserve more accurately and conduct themselves in the Arabic mores. Reading skills are enhanced by exposure to more sophisticated examples of literature, topic of culture, politics, and society. A primary objective of the course is the development of writing skills through free composition exercise in topics of interest to individual students. This course will be offered in hybrid version of students who choose to study online. All activities, Instruction and assessments will be offered through an online course designed by the Arabic AUHSD teachers’ team. This is a two semester course for students with at least three years of Arabic. The structured activities will enable students to perform successfully in formal, academic and other real world situations. In addition, systemic support will increase student control of formal language necessary to function in the broadest range of situations. Grammar is consistently integrated with the content of the reading. Learners are provided with meaningful and personalized activities, which motivate them to improve the quality of the language they produce in speech and writing. In addition to all the requirements for Arabic 4, the honors course will distinguished from Arabic 4 offering more advanced grammar that will be integrated with the content of the readings, Moreover, students will read two Arabic literature work from Naguib Mahfouz novel One Thousand Night (Singbad the Sailor-man). Students at this level are expected to write and present a reflection essay, and develop and illustrated powerpoint presentation as their culminating project. Students are expected to get a minimum of 80% equivalent of B in this course and an oral proficiency of intermediate Med or higher as measured by ACTFL OPI( American Council on Teaching Foreign Language Oral Proficiency Interview)



WL440S ARABIC 4
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Arabic 3 P with a "C" or better or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course is designed to provide students with additional opportunities to develop their linguistic and cultural proficiencies. This class will focus on consolidating the skills gained in the previous three levels while improving the ability of students to conserve more accurately and conduct themselves in the Arabic mores. Reading skills are enhanced by exposure to more sophisticated examples of literature, topic of culture, politics, and society. A primary objective of the course is the development of writing skills through free composition exercise in topics of interest to individual students. This course will be offered in hybrid version of students who choose to study online. All activities, Instruction and assessments will be offered through an online course designed by the Arabic AUHSD teachers’ team. This is a two semester course for students with at least three years of Arabic. The structured activities will enable students to perform successfully in formal, academic and other real world situations. In addition, systemic support will increase student control of formal language necessary to function in the broadest range of situations. Grammar is consistently integrated with the content of the reading. Learners are provided with meaningful and personalized activities, which motivate them to improve the quality of the language they produce in speech and writing. In addition to all the requirements for Arabic 4, the honors course will distinguished from Arabic 4 offering more advanced grammar that will be integrated with the content of the readings, Moreover, students will read two Arabic literature work from Naguib Mahfouz novel One Thousand Night (Singbad the Sailor-man). Students at this level are expected to write and present a reflection essay, and develop and illustrated powerpoint presentation as their culminating project. Students are expected to get a minimum of 80% equivalent of B in this course and an oral proficiency of intermediate Med or higher as measured by ACTFL OPI( American Council on Teaching Foreign Language Oral Proficiency Interview)



WL445F ARABIC 5/ARABIC FILM & LITERATURE HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 3 or equivalent or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Advanced Arabic course, Topics in Advanced Arabic Honors, aims to guide students in the development of communication skills in Arabic in all three interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. Designed for students who have successfully completed Arabic III or Arabic IV, this course not only seeks to build on thematic knowledge, but also cultural competency, textual analysis, and collaborative skills. Through the deep study of different Arabic Speaking countries films, documentaries and other media in their historical and cultural context. Throughout this course students make cultural comparisons, develop critical thinking skills and sophisticated expression in Arabic language. In the process of their viewing, reading and discussions, students will gain insight into the distinct cultures, histories and perspectives of the Arabic Speaking world. In addition to six themes that covers mostly general topics taught in AP or college prep courses.



WL445S ARABIC 5/ARABIC FILM & LITERATURE HONORS
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Arabic 3 or equivalent or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Advanced Arabic course, Topics in Advanced Arabic Honors, aims to guide students in the development of communication skills in Arabic in all three interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. Designed for students who have successfully completed Arabic III or Arabic IV, this course not only seeks to build on thematic knowledge, but also cultural competency, textual analysis, and collaborative skills. Through the deep study of different Arabic Speaking countries films, documentaries and other media in their historical and cultural context. Throughout this course students make cultural comparisons, develop critical thinking skills and sophisticated expression in Arabic language. In the process of their viewing, reading and discussions, students will gain insight into the distinct cultures, histories and perspectives of the Arabic Speaking world. In addition to six themes that covers mostly general topics taught in AP or college prep courses.



WL450F MANDARIN 4
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Mandarin 3 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Mandarin 4 P is an advanced level course that is offered to all eligible students who have successfully completed the previous level 3 course. Throughout the year, students will continue content-based learning through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course will prepare students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency based on real-life topics, issues, and current affairs. Students in this level will keep expanding their vocabulary and the complexity of the sentence patterns by developing their language proficiencies across interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills. Developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture is another essential theme of the course. By reading or watching Chinese websites, newspapers, documentaries, and magazines, this course will lead students to more exploration of Chinese historical and contemporary culture. Students will reach a higher level of cultural competence, and make connections with broader communities with usage of the language.



WL450S MANDARIN 4
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Mandarin 3 P or equivalent.
UC - "E" Approved

Mandarin 4 P is an advanced level course that is offered to all eligible students who have successfully completed the previous level 3 course. Throughout the year, students will continue content-based learning through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This course will prepare students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency based on real-life topics, issues, and current affairs. Students in this level will keep expanding their vocabulary and the complexity of the sentence patterns by developing their language proficiencies across interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills. Developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture is another essential theme of the course. By reading or watching Chinese websites, newspapers, documentaries, and magazines, this course will lead students to more exploration of Chinese historical and contemporary culture. Students will reach a higher level of cultural competence, and make connections with broader communities with usage of the language.



WL460F AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 4
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of American Sign Language III P with a "C" or better.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an advanced study of American Sign Language. This course introduces the principles, concepts and theories of interpreting and introduces the processes, skills and techniques of interpreting from English to American Sign Language, and American Sign Language to English. Both consecutive and simultaneous methods of interpreting will be explored. Emphasis on development of skills required to accurately interpret a spoken message into sign language, and a signed message into English. Students develop expressive and receptive fluency acquiring advanced vocabulary.



WL460S AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 4
11th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of American Sign Language III P with a "C" or better.
UC - "E" Approved

This is an advanced study of American Sign Language. This course introduces the principles, concepts and theories of interpreting and introduces the processes, skills and techniques of interpreting from English to American Sign Language, and American Sign Language to English. Both consecutive and simultaneous methods of interpreting will be explored. Emphasis on development of skills required to accurately interpret a spoken message into sign language, and a signed message into English. Students develop expressive and receptive fluency acquiring advanced vocabulary.



WL471F VIETNAMESE 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Vietnamese 3 or equivalent or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Honors Vietnamese 4 course is the fourth year level course in a series of four years courses. This course focuses on complex Vietnamese language grammar and deep cultural awareness. The course is designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further knowledge of other disciplines, address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course will develop student comprehension of the Vietnamese language, customs and traditions as they build their vocabulary and to learn to decipher meaning. Students will build on their knowledge base of Vietnamese through vocabulary, grammar, Vietnamese tones, culture and history. This course is designed to help students acquire listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at an advanced level. In this course, students will have opportunities to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of the Vietnamese culture and literature through a broad range of topics and literary genres. This course will also provide students with essential cross cultural knowledge needed for students' life and higher educational levels. Students in this course will be required to participate in a variety of cultural activities within and beyond the school.



WL471S VIETNAMESE 4 HONORS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Completion of Vietnamese 3 or equivalent or by teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The Honors Vietnamese 4 course is the fourth year level course in a series of four years courses. This course focuses on complex Vietnamese language grammar and deep cultural awareness. The course is designed to teach students how to communicate in the target language in all three modes of communication and help them develop an appreciation of the rich Vietnamese cultural perspectives, practices and products. The course provides students opportunities to acquire information, recognize distinctive viewpoints, further knowledge of other disciplines, address discrete elements of daily life, address topics of self and their immediate environment. This course will develop student comprehension of the Vietnamese language, customs and traditions as they build their vocabulary and to learn to decipher meaning. Students will build on their knowledge base of Vietnamese through vocabulary, grammar, Vietnamese tones, culture and history. This course is designed to help students acquire listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at an advanced level. In this course, students will have opportunities to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of the Vietnamese culture and literature through a broad range of topics and literary genres. This course will also provide students with essential cross cultural knowledge needed for students' life and higher educational levels. Students in this course will be required to participate in a variety of cultural activities within and beyond the school.



WL472F VIETNAMESE 5 HONORS-ADV VIET HEALTH/ENG CAREERS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation/Prerequisite: Successful completion of Vietnamese 4HP or teacher recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

This course is an advanced Vietnamese course. Students will develop language skills that focus on the foundational knowledge and soft skills in engineering and healthcare careers. The objective of this course is to prepare students to be both college and career ready to enter the global workforce. Students will explore how their interests and talents fit into the engineering and healthcare fields. Students also will learn about theories, skills, backgrounds and professions within a framework utilizing an expected level of Vietnamese language structure, accuracy and fluency as well as come to understand, develop and implement soft skills in these fields. The course integrates technology, cultural awareness, real-world practice, and the fundamental linguistic competencies derived from the interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication modes framework for World Language learning. Students will demonstrate the 5 C’s, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Compassion/Character, through different projects in this course.



WL472S VIETNAMESE 5 HONORS-ADV VIET HEALTH/ENG CAREERS
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation/Prerequisite: Successful completion of Vietnamese 4HP or teacher recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

This course is an advanced Vietnamese course. Students will develop language skills that focus on the foundational knowledge and soft skills in engineering and healthcare careers. The objective of this course is to prepare students to be both college and career ready to enter the global workforce. Students will explore how their interests and talents fit into the engineering and healthcare fields. Students also will learn about theories, skills, backgrounds and professions within a framework utilizing an expected level of Vietnamese language structure, accuracy and fluency as well as come to understand, develop and implement soft skills in these fields. The course integrates technology, cultural awareness, real-world practice, and the fundamental linguistic competencies derived from the interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication modes framework for World Language learning. Students will demonstrate the 5 C’s, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Compassion/Character, through different projects in this course.



WL473F VIETNAMESE 6 HONORS-LITERATURE
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation/Prerequisite: Successful completion of Vietnamese 4HP or teacher recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

This course is an advanced Vietnamese course. Students will develop language skills that focus on the foundational knowledge and soft skills in engineering and healthcare careers. The objective of this course is to prepare students to be both college and career ready to enter the global workforce. Students will explore how their interests and talents fit into the engineering and healthcare fields. Students also will learn about theories, skills, backgrounds and professions within a framework utilizing an expected level of Vietnamese language structure, accuracy and fluency as well as come to understand, develop and implement soft skills in these fields. The course integrates technology, cultural awareness, real-world practice, and the fundamental linguistic competencies derived from the interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication modes framework for World Language learning. Students will demonstrate the 5 C’s, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Compassion/Character, through different projects in this course.



WL473S VIETNAMESE 6 HONORS-LITERATURE
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation/Prerequisite: Successful completion of Vietnamese 4HP or teacher recommendation
UC - "E" Approved

This course is an advanced Vietnamese course. Students will develop language skills that focus on the foundational knowledge and soft skills in engineering and healthcare careers. The objective of this course is to prepare students to be both college and career ready to enter the global workforce. Students will explore how their interests and talents fit into the engineering and healthcare fields. Students also will learn about theories, skills, backgrounds and professions within a framework utilizing an expected level of Vietnamese language structure, accuracy and fluency as well as come to understand, develop and implement soft skills in these fields. The course integrates technology, cultural awareness, real-world practice, and the fundamental linguistic competencies derived from the interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication modes framework for World Language learning. Students will demonstrate the 5 C’s, Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Compassion/Character, through different projects in this course.



WL910F KOREAN 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the students fundamental skills in Korean. Students learn Korean letters, reading, writing, and fundamental conversation. Students learn Korean vowels, consonants, and correct language structure for basic conversation. Students can construct a simple essay in Korean. Vocabulary and elementary grammar are introduced. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles are emphasized. The skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the language are the essential elements of the course. The methods of correct pronunciation are emphasized.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL910P KOREAN 1
7th - 12th
10.0 credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the students fundamental skills in Korean. Students learn Korean letters, reading, writing, and fundamental conversation. Students learn Korean vowels, consonants, and correct language structure for basic conversation. Students can construct a simple essay in Korean. Vocabulary and elementary grammar are introduced. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles are emphasized. The skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the language are the essential elements of the course. The methods of correct pronunciation are emphasized.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL910S KOREAN 1
7th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the students fundamental skills in Korean. Students learn Korean letters, reading, writing, and fundamental conversation. Students learn Korean vowels, consonants, and correct language structure for basic conversation. Students can construct a simple essay in Korean. Vocabulary and elementary grammar are introduced. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles are emphasized. The skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the language are the essential elements of the course. The methods of correct pronunciation are emphasized.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL911F MANDARIN 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
eLearning
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the fundamental skills in Mandarin. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The reading selections provide an overview of Chinese culture.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL911P MANDARIN 1
8th - 12th
10.0 credits
eLearning


This course teaches the fundamental skills in Mandarin. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The reading selections provide an overview of Chinese culture.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL911S MANDARIN 1
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
eLearning
UC - "E" Approved

This course teaches the fundamental skills in Mandarin. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. The reading selections provide an overview of Chinese culture.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL920F KOREAN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade "C" or better in Korean 1 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the fundamental language skills in Korean. Vocabulary and grammar are expanded. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles is emphasized. Students will construct a simple essay form in Korean. Topics include writing letters, diary, entries and descriptive essay. Supplementary reading material is selected in various sources: short story, poem, and modern magazine.



WL920P KOREAN 2
8th - 12th
10.0 credits
Recommendation: A grade "C" or better in Korean 1 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the fundamental language skills in Korean. Vocabulary and grammar are expanded. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles is emphasized. Students will construct a simple essay form in Korean. Topics include writing letters, diary, entries and descriptive essay. Supplementary reading material is selected in various sources: short story, poem, and modern magazine.



WL920S KOREAN 2
8th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade "C" or better in Korean 1 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

Students continue to develop the fundamental language skills in Korean. Vocabulary and grammar are expanded. Syntax study including the usage of conjugation and particles is emphasized. Students will construct a simple essay form in Korean. Topics include writing letters, diary, entries and descriptive essay. Supplementary reading material is selected in various sources: short story, poem, and modern magazine.



WL921P MANDARIN 2
8th - 12th
10.0 credits
Recommendation: Successful completion of Mandarin 1, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

(eLearning) Students continue to develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with the added component of research and presentation. Research topics of a comparative nature between the Mandarin and the American ways of life are a major focus, and oral presentations are required with the associated research. Reading selections are broader in scope and content, with emphasis in the development of writing styles and reading comprehension.



WL930F KOREAN 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade of "C" or better in Korean 2 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course supports students' increased mastery in Korean. Vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Students are able to communicate ideas and converse in Korean. Students are exposed to the various Korean cultures including a study of geography, history, cultural traditions, art, and daily life. Reading selections are taken from magazines, newspapers, and literary works.



WL930P KOREAN 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade of "C" or better in Korean 2 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course supports students' increased mastery in Korean. Vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Students are able to communicate ideas and converse in Korean. Students are exposed to the various Korean cultures including a study of geography, history, cultural traditions, art, and daily life. Reading selections are taken from magazines, newspapers, and literary works.



WL930S KOREAN 3
10th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: A grade of "C" or better in Korean 2 or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

This course supports students' increased mastery in Korean. Vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing are emphasized along with the oral/aural exercises. Students are able to communicate ideas and converse in Korean. Students are exposed to the various Korean cultures including a study of geography, history, cultural traditions, art, and daily life. Reading selections are taken from magazines, newspapers, and literary works.



WL940P KOREAN 4
11th - 12th
10.0 credits
eLearning Recommendation: Successful completion of Korean 3, or teacher recommendation.
UC - "E" Approved

The major emphasis of this course is to provide activities to develop proficiency in all communication skills. A high degree of skill is developed in the following areas: listening and reacting to the target language; discussing contemporary problems and culture; presenting reports expressing points of view; reading short stories, plays, periodicals and novels; writing original works and developing note-taking skills in the target language.This course meets the approved "E" requirement for UC A-G.



WL999 WORLD LANGUAGE ELECTIVE
9th - 12th
5.0 semester credits
High School


This course code number is used to designate credit for world language courses taken outside the District and not offered in the Anaheim Union High School District.


World language sequencing chart