World Languages

World Languages Department Courses

American Sign Language I   VE856
This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This course provides instruction and practice in vocabulary, sentence structure, elementary conversation, and literature, with an emphasis on visual receptive skills.  This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

American Sign Language II  VE858
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASL I with a C or better, or instructor approval.

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. ASL II introduces students to concept centered vocabulary; classifiers and depicting verbs, as well as the concepts for translating written English into ASL.  This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

American Sign Language III VE859
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASL II with a C or better, or instructor approval. 

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters.  ASL III focuses on expressive skills and translation. Students will improve understanding of signing space, roll shifting, and referencing. ASL III includes conceptual on the creative use of Sign Language as well as interpretation from written English to ASL. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

French I  FL513                                     
This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters.  The course is designed to be an introduction to the French language and the many cultures and civilizations that make up the French speaking world. Students will gain a basic working knowledge of speaking, listening, reading and writing in French. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

French II FL514                                        
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1 with a C or better, or instructor approval.

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters.  Students will gain more experience in French grammar, obtain knowledge of past and future verb tenses and continue cultural exposure to the Francophone world. Vocabulary will be expanded with further development of the four language skills introduced in French I.  The course will also introduce A.P. themes and selections from French world literature. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

French III  FL515                                         
Prerequisite:  Successful completion of French 2 with a C or better, or instructor approval.

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This course focuses on more expanded vocabulary and continued expansion of verb tenses and modes, grammar rules and structure, and culture. This level will also include a thorough concentration in spoken French.  Readings will include selections of literature from around the Francophone world.   Depending on enrollment, this course may be taught concurrently with French IV as an alternating curricular course cycling through two years of advanced French. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

AP French Language and Culture FL518      
Prerequisites:  Must meet three of four requirements:  Successful completion of French III with a B or better, and 2.5. GPA or above.  All students are required to fill out an application along with the teacher recommendation before consideration. 

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. The class will provide the advanced French language learner with the opportunity to use French for active communication in a course that is equivalent to a third-year college course.  This course satisfies the “e” requirement for foreign language.  Students who take this course are strongly advised to take the College Board AP French exam at an approximate cost of $100.00.  For students eligible for fee waiver the cost of the test is $10.00. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

Spanish I  FL502                                      
One year course - two consecutive semesters.  Students are introduced to Spanish by focusing on the  four key areas of literacy:  reading, writing, listening, and speaking.  Study units emphasize vocabulary themes and grammar concepts, listening comprehension, speaking (reading aloud, recording  pronunciation, conversing in pairs/teams), and cultural presentations.  Students will acquire Spanish language skills by practicing foundational vocabulary and grammatical structures in context. The course is aligned to meet the California World Languages Standards and ACTFL.  This course fulfills the “E”  requirement for UC/CSU A-G.

Spanish II  FL503                                     
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I with a C or better or instructor approval.

One year course - two consecutive semesters.  Students continue building their understanding of the  Spanish language.  Students will  increase the level of vocabulary and useful phrases, apply grammatical structures in  writing, listen to interpret native speakers, and speak in class presentations.  Students analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking countries.  Students should expect that the course will be conducted in Spanish 70% of class time.  The course is aligned to meet the California World Languages Standards and ACTFL.  This course fulfills the “E”  requirement for UC/CSU A-G.

Spanish III FL504                                      
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 with a C or better or instructor approval.

One year course - two consecutive semesters.  Students will apply skills acquired in levels 1 and 2 to reinforce their understanding of Spanish language and culture.  The course will emphasize the 5 Cs of language learning: Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities.  Students will incorporate vocabulary and grammatical structures to develop fluency in conversations and presentations.  Students will be introduced to Spanish literature selections - poetry, short essays - and will continue analysis of increasingly complex expository text.  Students should expect that the course will be conducted in Spanish 90% of class time.  The course is aligned to meet the California World Languages Standards and ACTFL.  This course fulfills the “E”  requirement for UC/CSU A-G.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers I FL506     
Prerequisite:  Placement test or instructor approval. 

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This class is geared to native speakers of Spanish.  Emphasis will be placed on writing, reading, speaking, and vocabulary development through the study of literature, culture and authentic experiences.Although they already have the ability  to speak and understand it, they will expand and improve their knowledge of the Spanish Language.  This course meets the World Language requirement. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers II FL507    
Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Spanish Speakers I with a C or better and approval of instructor

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This class is geared to native speakers who are interested in expanding their reading, writing and oral communications skills.  The focus will be on authentic pieces of literature with an introduction to literary analysis, comparison and composition.  This course meets the World Language requirement. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

AP Spanish Language/I.B. S.L./H.L. Y1 FL508
Prerequisites: Must meet two of three requirements: Passing of Spanish III/Spanish Speakers II with “C” or better; minimum 2.5 GPA, minimum SBAC level of Almost Meeting Standard or above in Language Arts. All students are required to fill out an application along with the teacher recommendation before consideration.

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This class will provide the advanced Spanish language learner with the opportunity to use Spanish for active communication in a course that is equivalent to a third-year college course. This course satisfies the Azusa Unified School District’s California universities’ requirement for foreign language. Students who take this course are strongly advised to take the College Board AP Spanish Language exam at an approximate cost of $100.00. For students eligible for fee waiver the cost of the test is $10.00. This class satisfies the requirements for both College Board Advanced Placement and the International Baccalaureate program. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.

AP Spanish Literature/I.B. H.L. Y2  FL509
Prerequisites: Must meet at least two of four requirements: a score of three or better in the AP Spanish Language exam; a grade of B or better in the AP Spanish Language class; minimum of a 2.5 GPA, minimum SBAC level of Almost Meeting Standard or above in Language Arts. All students are required to fill out an application along with the teacher recommendation before consideration.

This is a one year course - two consecutive semesters. This course approximates the introductory literature course taught at the college level. The reading list is an inclusive list, which introduces students to the diverse literature written in Spanish. The readings help them reflect on the many voices and cultures included in Spanish and Latin American literature. Colleges and universities easily identify this course as a third-year college introduction to Hispanic Literature. Students who take this course are strongly advised to take the College Board AP Spanish Literature exam at an approximate cost of $100.00. For students eligible for fee waiver the cost of the test is $10.00. This class satisfies the requirements for both College Board Advanced Placement and the International Baccalaureate program. This course meets the “E” requirement for a-g.