IB French 5 (SL), IB Spanish 5 (SL)

This is an Advanced level course designed to strengthen fluency and proficiency in both oral and written world languages and to prepare students for the IB Language B Exam. The student will be able to speak the language with sufficient accuracy to participate in formal and informal conversations with ease. The student will be able to appreciate, discuss and comment (orally and in writing) on various literary forms. The in-depth study of literary works, contemporary articles and the review of complex linguistic structures will substantiate the course. Compositions will be on literary and issue-oriented themes. Self-expression will be encouraged through individual and group activities, oral presentations, and writing assignments.