World Languages

Chinese Courses

Course Information Video

Did you know that Chinese is the most spoken language in the world?

In this class you will learn:

• Listening, speaking (Mandarin), reading and writing Chinese
• Appreciation of Chinese culture through traditions, history, film, cuisine and pop culture
• Chinese calligraphy, poetry, handcrafts
• Cultural exchange project with high school student in Taiwan

UNM Dual Credit is a possibility for those students who meet the requirements of the UNM and CEC Chinese language program.  Qualified students may enroll in the UNM Dual Credit program and earn UNM credit for CHIN 1110 and 1120, CHIN 2110 and 2120, and/or CHIN 301 and 302.

There are two options to earn the State of New Mexico Seal of Bilingualism-Biliteracy in Chinese.  Contact Chinese instructor Ms. Hsu (hsu_r@aps.edu) for more info.

Chinese I / II

Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Recommended: 2.5 GPA for Chinese I; for Spring semester Chinese II, successful completion of Chinese I with C or better.
Additional requirements: For UNM Dual Credit enrollment (occurs in the spring): students must maintain an A average in class for the Fall semester
Fees:  $10 per year
Dual Credit:  Yes - UNM

Chinese I: Introduce students to the basic language skills: listening, speaking (Mandarin), reading, and writing.  Encourage student's appreciation of the Chinese culture and language through traditions, history, film, cuisines and pop culture.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions and personal applications.  Students learn to apply oral, written, communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.

Chinese II: Continue the focus on the basic language skills: listening, speaking (Mandarin), reading, and writing.  Encourage student's appreciation of the Chinese culture and language through traditions, history, film, cuisines and pop culture.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions and personal applications.  Students learn to apply oral, written, communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.

Additional Course Information:  Chinese I and II are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in a Cultural Exchange project via Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation, including a virtual meeting with high school students in Taiwan and more.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Chinese III / IV

Course Information Video

Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: For Chinese III, successful completion of Chinese II with C or better; for Spring semester Chinese IV, successful completion of Chinese III with C or better.
Additional requirements: For UNM Dual Credit enrollment (occurs in the spring): students must maintain an A average in class for the Fall semester
Fees:  $10 per year
Dual Credit:  Yes - UNM

Chinese III:  Expand student's skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  Encourage student's deeper appreciation of Chinese culture and language.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, and personal applications.  The student begins to focus on presentation, dialogue, and creative writing skills in an area of interest.

Chinese IV:  Reinforce student's skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  Encourage student's deeper appreciation of Chinese culture and literary genres.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, and personal applications.  The student begins to focus on presentation, dialogue, and creative writing skills in an area of interest.

Additional Course Information:  Chinese III and IV are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in a Cultural Exchange project via Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation, including a virtual meeting with high school students in Taiwan and more.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Chinese V / VI

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Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: For Chinese V, successful completion of Chinese IV with C or better; for Spring semester Chinese VI, successful completion of Chinese V with C or better.
Additional requirements: For UNM Dual Credit enrollment (occurs in the spring): students must maintain an A average in class for the Fall semester 
Fees:  $10 per year
Dual Credit:  Yes - UNM

For students who are not eligible for AP Chinese class and would like to take Chinese at the advanced level.

Chinese V:  Reinforce and intensify student's language skills.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, and personal applications.  Students focus on presentation, creative writing skills in an area of interest, and participation in local Chinese community activities.

Chinese VI: Reinforce and intensify student's language skills.  Students will explore career opportunities such as linguistics, international relations, tourism and more.  Students focus on presentation, creative writing skills in an area of interest.  In addition to participate in local Chinese community activities, students have the opportunity to interview local Chinese professionals based on their career interests.

Additional Course Information:  Chinese V and VI are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in a Cultural Exchange project via Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation, including a virtual meeting with high school students in Taiwan and more.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

AP Chinese

Course Information Video

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Chinese IV with a B or better. 
Additional requirements: Strongly Recommended: Students take the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam at the end of the year. Chinese heritage learners who have not taken CEC Chinese classes may register for AP Chinese upon Chinese instructor's approval.  The Chinese instructor will contact AP applicants in the spring for an interview. Interested students may contact Ms. Hsu at CEC for more information.
Fees:  $10
Dual Credit:  Yes - UNM

Prepare students to reach the high-intermediate /pre-advanced proficiency level as defined by American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).  The course is also comparable to a fourth semester college course in Mandarin Chinese, or when the student completes approximately 250 hours of college level classroom instruction.

The College Board officially authorizes CEC AP Chinese courses.  Areas of study include six themes: Families in Different Societies, the Influence of Language and Culture on Identity, Influences of Beauty and Art, How Science and Technology Affect Our Lives, Factors that Impact the Quality of Life, Environmental, Political, and Societal Challenges.  Emphasis is placed on independent study in Chinese.  Leadership and mentorship are practiced in the class.

Additional Course Information:  Students will have opportunities to take language proficiency tests such as AAPPL and STAMP before taking the AP Chinese exam.  When students pass the proficiency test and meet credit requirements, they may earn the NM State Bilingual seal for Chinese.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Chinese Bilingual Seal Support

Grade: 12th
Prerequisites: Pass AAPPL, STAMP or AP Chinese exam as required by APS
Additional requirements: Approval by instructor to take the class
Fees:  N/A
Dual Credit:  No

This course will provide support for students who intend to earn their New Mexico State Bilingual Seal.  This course is for students who DO NOT have 4 Chinese credits but have passed a Chinese language proficiency test, and want to pursue the state bilingual seal for Chinese.  Students also need to have 15 hours of community service in EACH English and Chinese communities.

Additional Course Information:  Need to complete "Portfolio Presentation" as required by APS Language, Culture and Equity office. Teacher will discuss with parent and/or student where and how to volunteer for local Chinese community.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

French I / II

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: French I: CNM DSP score.  French II: Grade of C or better in French 1110 (French I)
Additional requirements: Must be able to register with CNM's Dual-Credit Program.
Fees:  none
Dual Credit:  Yes - CNM

Did you know that 30-60% of English vocabulary comes from French? 

In this class you will:

• Read, write, speak, and listen to French
• Watch films in French
• Have the opportunity to learn about the various places around the world where French is spoken

Language acquisition is a developmental process.  Over time these learners attain the ability to write and speak in a meaningful and appropriate manner.

French I: Intended for students with no previous exposure to French, this course develops basic listening, speaking, reading, and writings skills aiming toward the ACTFL novice-high level.  This is an introductory course designed to teach the student to communicate in French in everyday situations and to develop an understanding of French and Francophone cultures through the identification of cultural products and practices, of cultural perspectives, and the ability to function at a survival level in an authentic cultural content.  This course will also develop the student’s sense of personal and social responsibility through the identification of social issues.

French II: A continuation of French I, students will develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first semester, including understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French aiming towards the ACTFL intermediate-low level.  This course is designed to increase student fluency in French and Francophone products, practices, and perspectives, identifying common cultural patterns, describing basic cultural viewpoints, and further developing their sense of personal and social responsibility through the investigation of cultural issues.

Additional Course Information:  French I and II are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  CNM FREN 1110/1120.  CNM Dual Credit may be available, but is not guaranteed.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages
 

French III / IV

Grades: 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: For French III, grade of C or better in French 1110 (French I) and French 1120 (French II); for Spring semester French IV, grade of C or better in French 2110 (French III).
Additional requirements: Must be able to register with CNM's Dual-Credit Program.
Fees:  none
Dual Credit:  Yes - CNM

Language acquisition is a developmental process aimed at the ultimate goal of communication.  Over time the student develops the ability to write and speak in a meaningful and appropriate manner.

French III: In this third semester course, students will continue to develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first year, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing French aiming toward the ACTFL intermediate-mid level.  This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in areas of personal interest and in everyday situations.  Students will engage in and analyze various French and Francophone products, practices, and perspectives, as well as continue to develop their sense of personal and social responsibility through comparison and contrast of cultural perspectives.

French IV: In this fourth semester course, students will continue to broaden and refine skills gained during previous semesters, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing French aiming at the ACTFL intermediate-high level.  This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in situations that go beyond the everyday.  Students will evaluate various French and Francophone products, practices, and create ways to demonstrate their sense of personal and social responsibility through participation in cultural interaction. 

Additional Course Information:  French III and IV are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  CNM FREN 2110/2120. CNM Dual Credit may be available, but is not guaranteed.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

German Courses

Did you know that English is a Germanic language?

In this class, you will:

• Read, write, sing, and cook in German.
• Watch films in German.
• Have the opportunity to travel to Germany.

Class video for more info!

German I / II

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: none
Additional requirements: none
Fees:  $10 per year
Dual Credit:  No

What's the best way to learn a new language?  Language acquisition is a developmental process.  First, the student should be surrounded by the sounds and the words of that language as much as possible.  Second, the student needs to understand everything they are hearing and reading.  It's kind of how we all learned to speak our first language and this is how I teach German at CEC.  In class you will hear German all day long.  You will read German every day.  And I will make sure that you understand all of it.  In addition, we will sing, cook, and play games.

German I introduces students to listening, speaking, reading and writing, and to the basic structures of German.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, language functions, connections and personal applications.

German II continues the focus on basic skills, and encourages deeper appreciation of German culture and language.

Additional Course Information:  German 1 and 2 are taught in the fall and spring respectively.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

German III / IV

Grades: 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: C or better in German I/II
Additional requirements: none
Fees:  $10 per year
Dual Credit:  No

German III and IV will continue to focus on acquisition driven instruction.  Students will read longer German novels, engage in deeper level discussions, and write longer essays.  Students will be exposed to more complex ways of expressing themselves in German.  But the emphasis will remain on ensuring that students comprehend all that they are exposed to and acquire the language in the most natural way possible.

German III reinforces and intensifies language skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing – as well as encourages deeper appreciation of German culture and language.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, language functions, connections, and personal applications.  Emphasis is placed on applying oral and written communication skills to personal, academic and cultural knowledge.

German IV students will be exposed to career opportunities, literary experiences and embedded language exploration of food, music and culture.

Additional Course Information:  German 3 and 4 are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Japanese Courses

Do you want to learn the language of the country, which brought anime and video games to the world? The class is fun and exciting, but also challenging, so prepare to study seriously (a lot of memorization required). In this class, we will: Listen, speak, read, and write Japanese Discover the culture through various media Engage in activities such as songs, calligraphy, and “manga” creation

Homework: We do many writing exercises in Japanese class.  Students who are unable to finish their work during the period must complete it at home.  The homework must be turned in at the beginning of the next class for full credit.  There will also be weekly quizzes.  Students are expected to demonstrate good study habits and study regularly.

Japanese I / II

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Recommended: 2.5 cumulative GPA
Additional requirements: none
Fees:  Lab Fee: $10
Dual Credit:  No

Japanese I introduces students to the basic skills – listening, speaking, reading, and writing – and to the basic structures of Japanese taught within the cultural context.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications.  Emphasis is placed on oral, written, communication skills, and cultural activities.

Japanese II continues the focus on the basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as encouraging a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture and language.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications.  Emphasis is placed on applying oral, written, communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.

Additional Course Information:  Japanese I and II are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  Japanese II: Due to the nature of this class, students who have less than a C in Japanese I at semester end will be advised not to continue with Japanese II.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Japanese III / IV

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese I and II with C or better. 
Additional requirements: Students who have less than a C in Japanese III will be advised not to continue with Japanese IV.  Students who are native and/or heritage speakers and who pass an entrance test at the beginning of the fall semester may take Japanese III.
Additional Time Commitment: 2-3 hours of outside work per week
Fees:  $10
Dual Credit:  No

Japanese III reinforces and intensifies language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as encouraging a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture and language.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications.  Emphasis is placed on applying oral and written communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.

Japanese IV reinforces and intensifies language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing as well as encouraging a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture, language, and literary genres.  Students will be exposed to career opportunities such as linguists and diplomats as well.  Areas of study include expression, comprehension, language and culture, cultures, language functions, connections, and personal applications.  Emphasis is placed on applying oral and written communication skills to personal, academic, and cultural activities.

Additional Course Information:  Japanese III and IV are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  Due to the nature of this class, students who have less than a C in Japanese III may be advised not to continue with Japanese IV.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

AP Japanese

Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese IV with a grade of B or better or equivalent language assessment (the student must consult with the teacher prior to registering for AP Japanese.
Additional requirements: Students who have less than a C in Japanese IV will be advised not to continue with AP Japanese.  Students who are native and/or heritage speakers and who pass an entrance test at the beginning of the fall semester may take AP Japanese.
Additional Time Commitment: 4 hours of outside work per week
Fees:  $10
Dual Credit:  No

AP Japanese: follows guidelines of the AP Japanese Language and Culture course created by the College Board.  Various authentic materials are used in order to polish the students’ linguistic skills.  The class is conducted exclusively in Japanese (except for some rare instances where complicated grammatical explanations are given) to expand and reinforce students’ productive and receptive language skills.  The class is fast paced and the students are required to work vigorously at home as well as in the classroom.  The students are encouraged, but are not required, to take the AP exam at the end of the school year.

Additional Course Information:  Due to the nature of this class, students who have less than a C in AP Japanese at the end of Fall semester may be advised not to continue with the course in Spring.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Spanish I / II

Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Accuplacer Next-Generation: Reading score 257 or higher OR Accuplacer Next-Generation: WritePlacer Score score 6 or higher OR DSP score
Additional requirements: Must be able to register with CNM's Dual-Credit Program.
Fees:  $5.00 
Dual Credit:  Yes - CNM

Spanish I: Designed for students with little exposure to Spanish, this course develops basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and basic intercultural competence in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational modes of communication at the Novice Level of proficiency based on ACTFL guidelines.  During this course, students perform better and stronger in the Novice Mid level while some abilities emerge in the Novice High range.  This is an introductory course aimed at helping the student to communicate in Spanish in everyday familiar situations via recognition and production of practiced or memorized words, phrases, and simple sentences.

Spanish II: Designed for students with some degree of exposure to Spanish in high school and/or at home, this course continues to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and basic intercultural competence in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational modes of communication based at the Novice High Level of proficiency based on ACTFL guidelines, although a few abilities may emerge in the Intermediate Low Level.  Students in this course communicate in Spanish in familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

Class video for more info!

Additional Course Information:  Spanish I and II are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  CNM SPAN 1110/1120.  CNM Dual Credit may be available, but is not guaranteed.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages

Spanish III / IV

Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisites: Spanish III: Successful completion of Spanish 1120 (Spanish 2) or the Spanish placement test.  Failure to meet a prerequisite may result in student being dropped from the class at any time during the term.  Spanish IV: Pass Spanish III with a C or higher.
Additional requirements: Must be able to register with CNM's Dual-Credit Program.
Fees:  $5 
Dual Credit:  Yes - CNM

This course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication at the Intermediate Low Level of proficiency based on ACTFL guidelines.  Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with the target culture(s).  This is an intermediate course aimed at helping the student to communicate in Spanish on familiar topics about self, others and everyday life at the same time that they recognize and handle short social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering a variety of questions.

Class video for more info!

Additional Course Information:  Spanish III and IV are taught in the Fall and Spring respectively.  CNM SPAN 2110/2120.  CNM Dual Credit may be available, but is not guaranteed.

NMPED Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: World Languages