Category: World Language

Middle School French

Written by Christen Cole on June 28, 2023. Posted in Course Catalog, Middle School, World Language.

Course Length:

One-semester course

Course Description:

Middle School French teaches foundational language skills designed to introduce students to French language and culture, and to prepare students for high school language courses. Students learn pronunciation, useful communicative expressions, an introduction to verb conjugation and the principles of gender agreement. Weekly topics include greetings, numbers, age, calendar, the classroom, everyday activities, family, friends, pets, and occupations.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Middle School French Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

A working computer with reliable access to the Internet is required.
Students need to be able to listen to audio, watch video, and record both audio and video. Headphones, a webcam, and a microphone are required. MTDA school facilitators and/or parents can assist you with checking your microphone and listening capabilities.

Recommended:

A digital or traditional paper notebook is advisable – to record and study the class content, consisting of weekly vocabulary and grammar.

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using a computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Students are required to call their teacher during the course of the class. They must have access to a phone and be able to call outside of regular school hours.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: available
Spring: available
Summer: not available

Lead Teacher:

Bryan Whitney, Missoula County Public Schools, bryan.whitney@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

French I A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This beginning, year-long course teaches the basics of the French language. New words and phrases are introduced with pictures, audio clips, and examples. Students have many opportunities to practice what they learn through interactive practice activities in the form of written practice, listening and speaking exercises.

Communication is at the heart of this course. That means in every practice activity, assignment, or project, the underlying goal is to exchange some type of information, no matter how small, with very little focus on grammar, at least in the traditional sense. Instead of memorizing verb charts or sentence structures, the focus will be on the meaning of the words and phrases students are learning. This is an engaging, natural, and meaningful way to acquire French. The material is comprehensible, nicely paced, and prepares and reassures you with I-CAN statements at the beginning and end of each unit.

Students also explore the cultures of France, Canada, and other French-speaking regions by learning about geography, foods, celebrations, and traditions from each place.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Course Guide:

French I Course Guide

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: A semester available
Spring: B semester available
Summer: Not available
Course is not available to join at semester without permission from MTDA Curriculum Director and Instructor. Students must pass the A semester to qualify for enrollment in the B semester.

Lead Teacher:

Amy VanDam, Helena Capital High School, amy.vandam@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

French II A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This course builds on the vocabulary and grammar skills learned in French I. Language skills are developed through pictures, audio clips, examples and listening to native speakers. Students have many opportunities to practice what they learn through interactive practice activities in the form of games, written practice, and listening and speaking exercises. Culture is introduced through videos, readings and vocabulary.

Prerequisites:

French I

Comprehensive Syllabus:

French II Public Syllabus link

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Stephanie Hill, Glacier High School, stephanie.hill@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

French III A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This course will continue to use language skills learned in French I and II to focus on reading, conversation, and writing skills. Advanced grammar is taught on a regular basis. The student will continue to improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through activities that are based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction such as reading a short novel and short stories. Grammar is introduced and practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind. Exposure to the culture of France and French-speaking countries can be found throughout the course in order to help students understand French in its context, as a truly dynamic language used for communication by millions of people throughout the world.

Prerequisites:

French I, French II

Comprehensive Syllabus:

French III Public Syllabus link

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Stephanie Hill, Glacier High School, stephanie.hill@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

Spanish I A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

In Spanish I, you will learn the basics of speaking, reading, writing, and listening to the Spanish language. You will learn basic vocabulary including greetings, feelings, school, family, and more. You will develop a basic understanding of the simple Spanish language and learn about the customs and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Spanish I Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Students are required to call their teacher during the course of the class. They must have access to a phone and be able to call outside of regular school hours.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Adam Harbaugh, Kalispell Public Schools, adam.harbaugh@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

Spanish II A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

In Spanish 2, you will build upon the basics you learned in Spanish 1. You will further develop your speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in the Spanish language. You will learn intermediate vocabulary including personal routine words, automobile words, health words, and much more. You will develop a strong understanding of simple and intermediate Spanish language structures and learn about the customs and cultures of many Spanish-speaking countries.

Prerequisites:

Spanish I

Comprehensive Syllabus:

http://mtda.link/spanish2

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Students are required to call their teacher during the course of the class. They must have access to a phone and be able to call outside of regular school hours.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Aaron Denney, Kalispell Public Schools, aaron.denney@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

Spanish III A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

Spanish III provides mastery and expansion of skills acquired by the students in Spanish 2. Students have many opportunities to use the Spanish they already know as well as to expand their vocabulary, knowledge of grammar, and experiences with Spanish-speaking countries. The purpose of this course is to provide many experiences where students can use Spanish. Completely immersed in Spanish, students speak, listen, read, write and collaborate with other students in Spanish in this course. They also gain knowledge and perspectives about Spanish-speaking countries and from Spanish-speaking people. Spanish 3 is a rigorous course. Students will be challenged and need to have 8 hours per week designated to be successful.

Prerequisites:

Successful completion of Spanish I and Spanish II

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Spanish III Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

A notebook and a printer for hard copies and notes
A flash drive or a folder on your hard drive to save assignments
A microphone and speakers or a headset

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Sarah VanStry, Capital High School, sarah.vanstry@montanadigitalacademy.org

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German I A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This beginning, year-long course teaches the basics of the German language. New words and phrases are introduced with pictures, audio/video clips, and examples. Students have multiple opportunities to practice what they learn through interactive practice activities in the form of games, written practice, and listening and speaking exercises.

Students also explore the cultures of German-speaking countries by learning about geography, foods, celebrations, and traditions.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

German I Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

This course has limited enrollment availability and is first come, first serve. This limit is firm.

Fall: A semester available with limited enrollment availability
Spring: B semester available with limited enrollment availability
Summer: Not available
The course is not available to join at semester without permission from MTDA Curriculum Director and Instructor. Students must pass the A semester to qualify for enrollment in the B semester.

Lead Teacher:

Irina Mills, Great Falls Public Schools, irina.mills@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

German II A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This is an intermediate-level course that will introduce the student to a variety of areas of language learning. In this course, the student will continue to learn listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through activities that are based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction.

Culture is sprinkled throughout the course in an attempt to help the learner focus on the German-speaking world and their culture, people, geographical locations, and histories.

The course is aligned with the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language standards.

Prerequisites:

German I

Course Guide:

German II Syllabus link

Required Materials:

notebook, pens, access to a printer

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

This course has limited enrollment availability and is first-come, first-serve. This limit is firm.

Fall: A semester available with limited enrollment availability
Spring: B semester available with limited enrollment availability
Summer: Not available
Course is not available to join at semester without permission from MTDA Curriculum Director and Instructor. Students must pass the A semester to qualify for enrollment in the B semester.

Lead Teacher:

Brooke Gardner, Kalispell School District, brooke.gardner@montanadigitalacademy.org

PLEASE SEE YOUR LOCAL COUNSELOR TO REGISTER FOR MTDA COURSES

Irish Language A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 21, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, OC, World Language.

This class is taught in partnership with the University of Montana Irish Studies program.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

This course introduces students to the rudiments of the Irish language, including phonemes and pronunciation, syntactical structure, and verbal conjugations. In addition, a history of the language is provided, as well as a general introduction to Irish culture, including discussions of family and place names. Students are encouraged to begin speaking with basic sentence structures.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Irish Language Studies Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

All world language courses require the ability to record oral language using the computer. A headset and microphone are required.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Lead Teacher:

Language Institute